As creatures of habit, we like our world…and work…to be predictable. Change can have positive effects on everything from job satisfaction to the financial rewards for employees and employers alike. But even the most positive changes can be uncomfortable. Is resistance to change holding you or your company back? Here are some ways to mitigate… Read More »
Maybe you need to be home to get your kids off to school, or maybe you just want to avoid endless stop and go traffic on your way to work. There are actually many benefits of shift work. With an alternative shift, you might also be able to: Choose a shift that fits your schedule… Read More »
Mistakes on the job can be easily fixed – or they can be catastrophic. Either way, you’d probably rather they not happen! There’s a new way to train that takes the risk out of newbie mistakes – virtual reality. Since we learn best by doing, and sometimes on-the-job mistakes aren’t an option, more companies are… Read More »
What you receive is directly related to what you give. When the value of what you give is greater than what someone has to give up to receive it, they are motivated to give more back to you. Employers are no exception! Great employees are valuable to their employers. They tend to want to give… Read More »
Is time management affecting your work-life balance? If you’re like most, you like to have control of your time. When you do, studies show you are happier, more productive, and less stressed. Not feeling like you’ve achieved that elusive work-life balance? According to the New York Times, your attachment style may be to blame. … Read More »
Are you ready for a behavioral interview? Maybe you’ve already experienced one and fumbled your answers. A question like “Tell me about a time when you solved a customer problem without help”, can be a stumbling block if you aren’t prepared. Indeed offers a short video and in-depth tips to help. How to Prepare for… Read More »
America’s staffing companies hire nearly 15 million temporary and contract employees a year. One-third are offered a permanent jobs where they work on an assignment. – American Staffing Association According to Forbes Next Avenue contributor Penny Locey, “These roles are a great way for unemployed workers to get back to employment and are strong… Read More »
Do you WANT to work there? By: KD Drye Research is one way to prepare to have your best possible interview. Not only will you perform better in the interview, but you will be informed on if it is an industry or type of company you WANT to work for. Overall, you should be happy… Read More »
Compiled by KD — Great Work’s Recruiter and Social Media guru. Check out our YouTube page for more tips! Email may seem simple to the untrained eye but utilizing email correctly can be like speaking an entirely new language. Check out THESE 10 TIPS that will be sure to take your email etiquette to new… Read More »
Copied below is a redacted copy of an actual resume emailed to us for work. Let me be clear, I WANT to contact this applicant. The work history looks like it would match the skills needed for our open position. If I looked at just work history, this candidate would at least get a phone… Read More »