Summer is almost here. And if you rely on temporary workers during this busy season, then your roster of employees is getting ready to grow. But just because you hire someone on a temporary basis doesn’t mean you shouldn’t make an effort to get and keep them engaged. In fact, doing so can help you… Read More »
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5 Ways to Boost Employee Motivation
As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, keeping your employees motivated can be a challenge. As a leader in your organization, you need to develop techniques to boost employee motivation in order to keep your employees productive and ensure the success of your team. Not only will motivated employees produce high-quality… Read More »
Hot IT Skills to Hire for in 2016
IT skills are in demand. It’s no surprise. But what are the hot skills to be on the lookout for in 2016 when you’re hiring? According to Computerworld’s Forecast 2016 survey, here are the 10 top skills: 1. IT architecture New to the list this year. 2. Programming/application development 40% of respondents with hiring plans… Read More »
4 Soft Skills Employers Want in a New Hire
Your resume contains information about your education and experience, but does it talk enough about your soft skills? If not, it should. An overwhelming majority of employers — 77 percent — think that soft skills are as important as hard skills, according to a CareerBuilder survey. And when evaluating job candidates, they are giving… Read More »
The Candidate is Not on Any Social Networks…Should I Worry?
Imagine this scenario: A candidate applies for a job at your company. They look great on paper and have all the right skills and experience. The trouble is, when you Google their name or search for them on LinkedIn, you come up empty-handed. Zilch. Nada. Nothing online about them. Should you be concerned? Well, it… Read More »
4 Quick Ways to Improve Your Resume
Any open job receives an average of 120 applications, and only 20 percent of them get offered an interview. In this highly-competitive job market, you need a stellar resume to really stand out. Chances are, you already have a resume. But is it the best it can be? If you are having a hard… Read More »
Get the Most from a Kansas City Career Fair
Career fairs can seem more like cattle calls for candidates. However, as one of the leading Kansas City employment agencies, Morgan Hunter knows if you take the right approach, you can stand out and get noticed by hiring managers. Here are 6 tips to help you get the most from your next Kansas City career fair: Tip #1. Do… Read More »
6 Things You Should Never Say in a Job Interview
Believe it or not, landing an interview is the easy part of job hunting. The hard part is convincing the hiring manager that you are — above all other candidates — the best person for the job. Most job seekers will prepare and practice answers to common interview questions. Equally as important is knowing… Read More »
Find and Hire Passive IT Candidates
The term passive candidate is a bit of a misnomer. The word “passive” conjures up images of someone who’s submissive and lacks ambition. And yet, a passive candidate could be your next star employee. Really, passive candidates should be looked at simply as those who are gainfully employed, yet not currently seeking out a… Read More »
Survey: Managers More Likely Than Subordinates to Participate in March Madness Office Pools
You might not have to hide your bracket when your boss comes by your desk. A new survey by CareerBuilder found that managers are more likely to participate in office March Madness pools than professional staff and technical employees. The survey found that 27 percent of executives, directors and managers participate in March Madness office… Read More »