Fast food workers will start to see higher numbers in their paychecks thanks to a landmark move aimed at improving labor rights and addressing income disparities in California. The minimum wage for fast-food workers in quick-service restaurants with over 60 locations nationwide is set to increase to $20 per hour, up from the current $15.50, starting in April 2024.  The new wage law specifically targets fast food workers and marks a significant step forward in the fight for fair compensation and improved working conditions in the fast food industry. The legislation, officially known ..read more

Warehouses are a crucial part of our economy and serve as a link between producers and consumers. It’s critical that warehouses across the country are safe and efficient places to work, and that there are strategies in place to keep workers safe. Warehouse managers can invest in training and safety equipment, but if they don’t establish an open line of communication with their workers, there will still be accidents. Here are 4 reasons why communication is the key to keeping your warehouse safe, and a few ways to open up the line of communication: Communication Promotes Safety & Prevents Ac ..read more

Sometimes looking for a job can feel like a full-time job. If you’re seriously and actively looking for new employment, it's advised to submit 2-3 job applications each day, and spend an additional hour brushing up on the skills you’ll need to land a new job. Here are a few ways you can stay organized when applying for multiple jobs on multiple platforms: Keep Track Of Where You’ve Applied For Jobs Before you start your job search, create a spreadsheet or application log that you can easily access while you are applying for jobs. If you’re familiar with Excel, use this tool to create an intera ..read more

Recruiters play an important role in the structure of the economy and the stability of the job market. Some of their responsibilities include application screening, conducting interviews, curating/selecting interview materials, and reviewing resumes. They connect growing businesses with qualified employees, fill vacancies, and contribute to the continuous outflow of goods and services that make our economy run smoothly. When the economy is strong, growing businesses rely on the talent and resources of a recruiter to help them fill vacancies with qualified candidates. But what happens during a ..read more

If you’re looking for a job in the manufacturing industry, there’s one thing you can put on your resume that will set you apart from other candidates: a forklift certification. ,To start the certification process you must meet the following requirements: Be a U.S. Citizen, or have evidence of a lawful presence You must be at least 18 years of age or older You must have limited or no visual impairments, or any physical disabilities that would prevent the safe operation of the vehicle. What does the forklift certification training cover? If you meet the requirements you can move on to the next ..read more

It seems like once a month we're seeing news of big corporations announcing mass layoffs, leaving thousands of people without jobs and companies scrambling to fill vacancies. 150,000 people were terminated last year in the ,tech industry alone, leaving many employers wondering what to do next after a sudden and dramatic shift. When people get laid off, most don’t have the luxury of waiting around to find something else. With so many families living paycheck to paycheck, it’s common to see someone terminated on a Friday and ,actively seeking new employment over the weekend. One of the most comm ..read more

One of the first things you learn when running a business is that time is money. Hiring a workforce fast can be essential when meeting the demands of a project or order. Business owners are always looking for ways to maximize their time, speed up their processes, and ,make their strategies more efficient. When it comes to hiring, the same rules apply. When your company doesn't have enough people or doesn’t have the right people, production slows down and customer service declines. To avoid this, companies rush to hire people without carefully considering the long-term effects. This rush to fil ..read more

Inflation makes it more expensive to do just about everything. Prices are up on everything from groceries and office supplies to plane tickets, eggs, gas, and household goods. During inflation, typical American families need to be a little bit smarter about how much money they spend. ,63% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, and inflation makes it challenging to live comfortably. If you're looking for ways to stretch your paycheck during inflation, try some of these life hacks: Write Down Your Income & Expenses Many people don't have a clear understanding of how much money they're bring ..read more

Many of us have been taught that we don’t talk about how much we make in the workplace, that it’s unprofessional and can cause issues amongst co-workers. But this ideology has been up for debate as to whether or not it is in-line with promoting a fair and equitable workplace. Under the ,Equal Pay Act, “an employer may not justify any pay difference between employees of the opposite sex, or employees of different race or ethnicity based on an employee's prior salary.” This amendment includes men and women who are doing substantially equal work. The pay is based on the content of the work comple ..read more

,A temporary staffing recruiter spends their day connecting job seekers with companies that are hiring for long or short term job assignments. They build relationships with companies to learn more about the positions they need to fill and the type of candidate they’re looking for. They also work closely with job seekers to learn about their strengths and talents and use this information to find job placements. Every recruiter organizes their day a little differently, depending on the location of the agency, the industries they represent, their experience in the industry, and how many job seeke ..read more