5 Job Search Tips While You’re Currently Employed

  Looking for a new job while you’re still employed has its pros and cons. On one hand, currently employed candidates are more desirable to recruiters and hiring managers because they are perceived as more “in-demand.” Plus, job searching is much less stressful when you still have a steady paycheck. On the other hand, if… Read More »

30th Anniversary: the Early Years of Morgan Hunter

In the fall of 1986, Jerry Hellebusch rented space in the Financial Plaza building at Metcalf Ave. and College Blvd., pushed 3 desks together and started making sales calls. Thirty years later, Morgan Hunter has become one of the largest, oldest, and most recognized recruiting firms in Kansas City. “We started off with three people,”… Read More »

6 Steps for Nailing Your Phone Interview

  In order to save time and money, companies are increasingly conducting phone interviews in order to screen job applicants before they bring them in for an in-person interview. How do you nail your next phone interview so you can make it to the next step in the interview process? Follow these 6 tips:  … Read More »

2016 Staffing Plan for Kansas City Companies: Part 1

With the end of the year, comes many tasks. One of those responsibilities is auditing your annual staffing plan to ensure it’s been effective in addressing staffing issues and needs throughout the year. First, let’s take a look at what your strategic staffing plan should entail. Your staffing plan should include defining staffing levels and capabilities… Read More »

How to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile for Your Job Search

  Don’t think LinkedIn matters? Consider this: 94 percent of recruiters utilize the professional online network to find and vet candidates. And with over 400 million users worldwide, LinkedIn has become one of the most important tools for job seekers. Employers use LinkedIn for a number of things when searching for their next hire: Locate… Read More »

How to Conduct an Audit of Your Strategic Staffing Plan

Creating the right strategic staffing plan is an important first step in managing your workforce. However, don’t view it as a one-time process. As a leading Kansas City staffing agency, Morgan Hunter can tell you it won’t be of any help if you don’t regularly audit it and change course as needed. In fact, planning your workforce… Read More »

Hiring Trends For Fall 2014

As a leading Kansas City staffing agency, Morgan Hunter knows that with fall in high gear, it’s a busy time for companies looking to bring fresh faces on board. What’s new when it comes to trends in hiring? Here’s a quick look: Part-time hiring continues to grow. There are many factors influencing this trend, but the… Read More »

How to Sell Your Company (and Position!) in Job Interviews

  As a leading Kansas City staffing agency, Morgan Hunter knows many employers look at interviews as a one-sided prospect: It’s up to the candidate to sell themselves and make a convincing argument as to why they should be hired. But really, when you’re looking to hire high-quality candidates, you need to entice the best people… Read More »

Mid-Year Checkpoint – Is Your 2014 Hiring on Track?

It’s hard to believe that 2014 is halfway over already. As a leading Kansas City staffing agency, Morgan Hunter can tell you this point of the year is always a good time to step back and evaluate organizational goals, such as hiring for the year. For instance, is your hiring on track? What goals have been… Read More »

Six Tips for Keeping Employees Engaged and Productive

As a leading Kansas City staffing agency, Morgan Hunter knows “engagement” is more than just a buzzword. It has a significant impact on your business in areas ranging from retention to profits. Not only do engaged employees feel more passionate about and connected to their employers, but they’re also more productive as a result. Follow these… Read More »