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Unlock the Power of Productive Meetings in 2025
Meetings are often the backbone of collaboration in companies. When done right, they can be drivers of success, but when done poorly, they are some of the biggest time wasters in an organization.
Research shows that 70% of employees believe their job satisfaction would improve with fewer meetings, and 65% feel frequent meetings hurt their productivity.
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Hiring Referrals
We hear it all the time, ‘It’s who you know’. When it comes to getting a job or hiring your next employee there seems to be nothing as powerful as a referral from a trusted source. Oftentimes, a referral is so influential it leads employers to overlook more qualified candidates in favour of the familiar ‘vetted’ choice.
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Hiring Referrals
We hear it all the time, ‘It’s who you know’. When it comes to getting a job or hiring your next employee there seems to be nothing as powerful as a referral from a trusted source. Oftentimes, a referral is so influential it leads employers to overlook more qualified candidates in favour of the familiar ‘vetted’ choice.
Building Confidence In Your Hiring Decisions
Struggling to make confident hiring decisions? We discuss the consequences that a wrong hire can have and how we can help you make smart hiring decisions!
Are You Over-Networking?
Networking is the cornerstone of professional growth and success. It’s how we build connections, discover opportunities, and exchange valuable information with like-minded people. However, in our mission to expand our professional circles, we have noticed people tipping into “Over Networking”.
How to Respond to Unrealistic Salary Expectations
A significant challenge we have been observing for a while now is the growing disconnect between the salary expectations of potential employees and what employers are prepared to offer.
How To Keep The Employees You Love
If you love (disclaimer, not literally, or touchy/feely), or even like your team this is the month (February) to show them you care! But any month works great.
Does It Really Matter How You Dress For A Job Interview?
In job interviews, first impressions carry a lot of weight. At About Staffing, we've observed a shift in acceptable interview attire over time. While the professional landscape is evolving, the importance of dressing for success remains timeless.
How to Evaluate Employment Gaps on a Resume
In today’s dynamic job market, we must ditch the one-size-fits-all approach and dig deeper into a candidate’s resume gaps. Understanding the nuances of employment gaps is crucial to avoid missing out on great candidates!
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