How to Interview for Leadership Skills

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  Whether it’s a mid-level manager or your organization’s next CFO, the leader you hire for your team can have a significant impact on company success. But leadership skills and abilities can be notoriously hard to screen for. After all, so many of them are intangible. Not only that, but high-level candidates are savvy at… Read More »

4 Awesome Apps for Administrative Professionals

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  Administrative professionals are expected to wear a lot of hats in the workplace. From scheduling meetings to planning travel — even managing social media accounts — it can be tough to keep everything organized. The good news is, there are multiple apps that can help you better manage your responsibilities. Here’s a look at 4… Read More »

Differences Between Corporate Recruiters and Agency Recruiters

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  In the recruiting world, there are two different types of recruiters: Corporate Recruiters and Agency Recruiters. Corporate Recruiters are employed by a company to find candidates for their open positions. Agency Recruiters are employed by a staffing agency. When a company needs to fill a position, they partner with a staffing agency to find… Read More »

4 Things You Should Do Every Day as a Manager

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  Being a great manager certainly isn’t easy. You have a lot on your plate on any given day with many unexpected fires that come your way. But that doesn’t mean you can drop the ball when it comes to improving. In fact, there are four things every manager should do – every day –… Read More »

Does Your Company Culture Promote These Workplace Woes?

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  Despite the latest technology, top-of-the-line amenities, and flex scheduling policies, today’s workplaces are riddled with issues like stress and burnout. In fact, according to a 2018 Gallup study of nearly 7,500 full-time employees, 23% reported feeling burned out at work “very often” or “always.” An additional 44% reported feeling burned out “sometimes.” That’s a… Read More »

Create Opportunities, Not Just Jobs

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In today’s competitive hiring landscape, top candidates have options. They’re searching out employers who offer more than just good pay and benefits. They want to work at places where they feel rewarded in a culture that’s a fit for their personality and lifestyle. That’s why companies need to take stock of what they’re offering candidates… Read More »

Is Your Employment Brand Killing Your Recruiting Results?

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  Your employment brand is more than just a marketing buzzword. It plays a significant part in how both active and passive candidates perceive your company. It can therefore help (or hinder) your recruiting and hiring efforts in a big way. Here’s how: Supports recruiting and retention efforts. When employees are passionate about your brand… Read More »

Assessing If a Candidate Is a Fit for Your Team

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  The candidate looks great on paper. Their references are all positive. But how can you tell if they’re going to mesh with your team so that everyone can thrive? Ask yourself these questions: Has their past experience prepared them to be a part of our team? As the saying goes, “Past performance is the… Read More »

Need to Hire in the Kansas City Area this Summer? Here’s What to Do

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  Despite careful planning and forecasting, you’re struggling to find the right-fit talent for your job openings. Sound familiar? If it does, you’re certainly not alone. As a Kansas City staffing agency, it’s an issue we see time and again with local organizations. The good news is that there are steps you can take to… Read More »

How to Tell if a Candidate Will Be a Good Fit for Your Team

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  You likely know an effective hiring process is an essential component of every successful organization. But did you also know there’s an easy way for you to hone in on the best candidates for your team during the process? It’s called the Big Five – and it’s the gold standard of personality models. According to the… Read More »