What Are Hiring Managers Looking For But Don’t Ask About?

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Ever wonder what is it exactly that the hiring manager is looking for, but isn’t asking during an interview? If only you had a crystal ball that could give you the rights actions and words that would inspire them to hire you on the spot, this would be a dream come true!   The truth […]

Your Employees are Important – Remind Them!

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One of the most important things all managers must remember is that their employees are very important to the operational success of the business. PEOPLE are the reason the company succeeds  and they are the reason outsiders want to do business with or work for the company. Companies must remind their employees on a regular […]

Can You Trust Your Candidates? Nonverbal Cues to Watch Out For

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Companies that are in the middle of filling open jobs want to complete the process fairly quickly so everyone already on the payroll can continue to perform their required duties. Sometimes, a company will cut corners to fill an open position and miss nonverbal cues of job candidates during a job interview. Not all candidates […]

Management Skills: Are You a Leader or a Boss?

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It can be difficult for managers to traverse the divide between being a leader and being a boss. For some, it can be very easy to do. If you are a manager or supervisor, it does not matter how many people work under you, it is imperative that you can differentiate between being a leader […]

8 Things to Include in Your Temp Onboarding Kit

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Making the decision to use a temporary workforce can be a positive one, but once you have done so, it takes some time to implement this workforce into your company. Having a consistent process helps to get the most return on investment from your temp workers. Onboarding is the way to orient and ramp up […]

How the ACA Affects Illinois Temp Employers

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Health care reform is on the mind of many working people, especially those in the Chicago IL and other cities across America. The Affordable Care Act of 2010, also known as the ACA, has transformed the way that individuals think about their personal health. It has also changed the way that companies manage benefits administration […]

Why You Could Be Losing Temp Workers: Importance of Feedback

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Hiring temporary workers is a common practice for thousands of businesses across the country. There are benefits of temporary work on both sides – from the business side and the employee side. Businesses use temporary workers to receive quality work from skilled laborers in a flexible contract that cuts down on recruitment costs. Temp employees […]

Average Temp Wages in Illinois – Where Do You Stand as an Employer?

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With the news that multiple states would see an increase in the federal minimum wage for 2014, many employers in Illinois have been looking for ways to attract the best candidates to their doors with an improved compensation strategy. Although Illinois has one of the highest minimum wages, higher than the national average, there is […]

How to Improve Profit with Temps

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As a well-managed organization, you have probably already realized some of the initial benefits of using temporary staffing services to maintain your human resources. It can be convenient to hire temps for entry level assignments, to fill in for employees who are on leave, or to staff for large projects. But, how well are you […]

3 Books to Read to Improve Your Management Skills | Manager Jobs Chicago

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People who hold management positions come in two forms; those who are satisfied with how they run their team and those who are never satisfied with how they run their team. For those of you in the second group, there are plenty of management books on the market today that can provide you with advice, […]