According to Clockify, while most employees deem time off important, about 46% of American workers do not utilize their paid time off (PTO). Why is this? Many workers feel a sense of guilt for using their time off to go on a trip, relax, or spend time with loved ones. Fortunately, how our society views [...]
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is one of the most important parts of growing companies today. Many teams are expanding their DEI initiatives through hiring. Many job seekers may also look for teams that already have this framework in place. Let's take a look at why this is so important when hiring through staffing agencies. [...]
As a business owner, you understand the importance of productivity and how its consistency in your workplace bolsters your company's success. However, non-stop working is not sustainable, and it might be a detractor for those interested in joining your workforce. Here's why leaving space for your employees to wind down during the day fosters a [...]
The job market has constantly fluctuated since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. In fact, the National Association of Manufacturers reports that, even though the industry recouped 63% of jobs lost from the pandemic, there were still 570,000 positions left vacant after 2020. This shift in the job market and the rise of work-from-home and [...]
In recent years, the hiring process has undergone significant changes, and artificial intelligence has begun making its impact. While it has certainly brought about more efficiency and accuracy, it may also pose potential ethical concerns throughout the industry. A modern staffing agency uses many tools to find the best recruit for any particular job, and [...]
More and more companies are beginning to understand the importance of diversity in the workplace. For example, did you know that companies with an ethnically diverse workforce outcompete other companies by 35% when it comes to earnings in their industry, according to Capterra? Additionally, three out of four employees prefer to work for a diverse [...]
According to the National Association of Manufacturers, 77% of manufacturers say they will have ongoing difficulties in attracting as well as retaining workers in 2021 and into the future. If you operate a mechanical engineering company, then you may be facing a similar dilemma. Here are a few ways that professional mechanical engineering headhunters can [...]
With an ever-changing hiring world, you may see a change in recruiting from the agency you trust. It's important to stay ahead of the changes to ensure you're getting everything out of hiring. Let's take a look at what you can expect in the coming years. An Increase in Diversity One of the many things [...]
As a top manufacturing recruiter in Philadelphia, it is our job to stay on top of trends in the industry. This gives our firm sufficient knowledge about what skills and experience to look for when interviewing candidates for manufacturing firms like yours. Here are some of the manufacturing trends we'll consider when hiring this fall. [...]
Are you interested in hiring more team members? You may look for candidates who qualify for your open position, but it's also important to keep the soft skills they have in mind. Let’s take a look at the most common soft skills a staffing agency looks for. 1. Strong Communication No matter what industry you’re [...]
