This is part eight of a 12-part series. Creating a successful and productive team starts with finding great employees who fit your organizational culture. And while you may receive hundreds of job applications and interested parties, narrowing down the talent pool to hire the right candidate for the job goes beyond what hiring managers can […]
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Get ready to be captivated, spellbound, and motivated to make safety on the job your top priority! Express Employment Professionals is honored to present a complimentary virtual event featuring Brad Livingston as he shares his workplace accident survival story. Join Brad Livingston as he shares his amazing true story of how he beat the odds, […]
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It’s no secret that rising inflation, supply chain issues, and lower consumer spending is dealing a blow to businesses in most industries across North America. And as the U.S. experienced two consecutive quarters with contracting GDP, these trends may seem to last at least for the near future. In a recent survey by The Harris […]
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With record low unemployment, yet millions of job openings across North America, it can be difficult for hiring managers to find the right candidates for the job. From rising inflation to remote opportunities to unrealistic job expectations, the barriers to employment for job seekers run the gamut. So we want to know what reasons are […]
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U.S. companies are struggling to get relief for overworked employees as 60% of businesses say they need more employees to manage their workload but do not have the capacity to hire. This is according to a recent survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. This sentiment is felt most among larger companies, […]
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Temperatures are rising and people across North America are rushing for a respite from the scorching summer heat. And one of our favorite pastimes during the warmest time of the year is escaping the heat by immersing ourselves in the cold environment and exciting entertainment of the local movie theater. And while many may be […]
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The Great Resignation drove millions of workers to leave their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic but now, some workers are returning to the companies they left garnering the nickname “boomerang employees.” Employees returning to the jobs they quit or were let go from isn’t a new concept, but the trend is gaining traction. If you want to […]
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Effectively managing a workforce can be a challenging endeavor. From lack of motivation and miscommunication to struggling with delegation and micromanagement, the key to being a great leader lies in avoiding the most common leadership mistakes. Check out this infographic from Venngage to see pitfalls to avoid and learn tips to manage your staff with […]
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Over the past several months, prices at the pump have risen exponentially. Now, gas prices are the highest they’ve been in history, and workers are feeling the pinch in their daily commutes. In June, we asked our readers how the higher gas prices have impacted their commutes. The results may surprise you. With 39%, the […]
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In a recent study, 57% of American companies indicate they will forge ahead with hiring despite a looming recession, highlighting a stark departure from the Great Recession of 2008 when unemployment hit 10%. This is according to a recent survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. As consumer sentiment fades along with […]
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As the UK heads towards yet another recession, the common mistakes business leaders make are the knee-jerk reactions of lowering headcount, freezing hiring, and sticking our heads in the sand when it comes to finances. All of which are a sure way to hinder future business growth and undermine overarching business goals. Of course, human…
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Many organizations claim they support diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI). Some, however, have yet to grasp that ensuring DEI is part of the hiring process is one of the keys to success. What is DEI? Effective diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies involve taking active steps to ensure that people with different ethnicities, genders, abilities,…
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As one of the ‘original’ social media platforms, Facebook broke the mold when it came to market in 2004. Initially, a place for friends and family to connect – while that’s still the case – many businesses are noticing how effective it can be when engaging a relevant audience. And for organizations and HR teams…
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While both older and younger generations have suffered the effects of ageism in the workplace, those that sit within older age groups seem to have borne the brunt of this harmful way of thinking in recent years. The ageism trend has only been accelerated by the repercussions of Covid-19. After the pandemic, Baby Boomers and…
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Ball Corporation is a leading figure in the aluminum manufacturing industry: It manufactures 50% of aluminum cans in North America, along with household products and aerospace technology. However, it hasn’t released a new customer-facing product in 25 years. That’s changing with the launch of its new, infinitely recyclable aluminum cup. This new product offers an…
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By the year 2030, the number of Gen Z employees globally is expected to triple, meaning that those born between 1995 and 2015 will soon make up as much as 30 percent of the workforce worldwide. With increasing numbers of Gen Z joining the workforce, it is inevitable that they will play a vital role…
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When your employer value proposition is to “build for everyone,” you need an employer brand strategy that centers on authenticity. Leading employer brand at one of the world’s tech titans means grappling with a reputation of legendary proportions, supporting a network of 120,000 employees around the globe, and staying sensitive to the needs of one…
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When a business changes, its employer brand must evolve as well, as this professional services brand is learning as it recruits from an increasingly diverse talent pool. What does “adaptability” look like when you’re one of the largest professional services companies in the world? This is the challenge facing Erin Maxin, Global Employer Brand Leader…
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If you are a professional that works from your home office, you may need to spice things up a bit. Take a good look around your office and ask yourself if you need a change of scenery. Do you find the walls of your home office closing in on you as you repeat the same…
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