The U.S. recession may have ended in 2009, but is it still affecting your business? Companies scaled back and doubled up positions during the recession. Some of these roles have continued to do twice the work. This impacts employee retention and overall company revenue. Employees who are stuck picking up the slack can have high rates of burnout and increased health risks. Does this describe your company? Caring for your employees needs to be a top priority for your business to survive. If … [Read more...]
Avoid Job Search Scams: Know these Signs
While a tool like LinkedIn is a great place to heighten your personal brand for a job search, it is important to watch out for online hiring scams. Freelancers, graphic designers, and virtual assistants are among the most vulnerable to these scams. But executive level positions can also be victims. Scam artists can be enticing. It’s flattering to get an email from someone who says they found your LinkedIn profile and think you’re the right fit for their company. But know what signs to … [Read more...]
The Difference Between a Manager and a Leader
Many of the job seekers we work with are looking for positions with the title of manager, director, or CEO. Experience at these levels in a company is the number one thing employers are going to look for. But having a title of manager doesn’t necessarily mean someone is a great leader. Managers light a fire under people; leaders light a fire in people. ~ Kathy Austin Leaders are influencers no matter the title after a name. Characteristics such as good communication and empathy are … [Read more...]
Find Contract Workers With a Recruiter
Is your business in the market for contract workers? More and more companies are hiring contract workers, particularly after they’ve met their annual budget cap for staffing. Contracting is a smart way to gain the talent you need on your teams for short or long-term positions. Use a Recruiter to Find Contract Workers One of the first questions you may ask yourself when considering contract work is, “How much time and energy will this add to our workload?” This is where Step Up … [Read more...]
What is a Recruiter and How Do I Find One?
Even with the improving economy, job hunting can still be difficult as more and more employers have very specific requirements for jobs. Just applying for positions and following up may not be enough. If you are struggling in your job search, consider using a recruiter. What is a Recruiter? A Recruiter is someone who assists in your job search by using their network to help you find opportunities. They also act as a liaison between you and the employer. Many times recruiters are … [Read more...]
Why Hire An Agency Recruiter?
The hiring process is a big undertaking. Writing job descriptions, scheduling interviews, and onboarding are time consuming and take a special skill set. This is especially true if you’re hiring multiple people within the same time period. Take a step back and evaluate the best way to approach the process for your company. Consider whether an agency recruiter or in-house recruiter is the right fit. If you have multiple hires or you lack the personnel to lead the recruitment … [Read more...]
How to Pitch Yourself in an Interview: No Sales Experience Required!
Have you heard the mantra, “Don’t sell the product, sell the benefits”? This may be an age-old sales technique, but it could be your golden ticket in a job interview. Instead of convincing a company to hire you because of what you’re good at, show them how you can solve particular problems for them. Selling the benefits of what you can do for them is exactly what they want to know. Let’s look at some other practical examples to help you prepare a pitch for your next interview. Take some … [Read more...]
Announcement: Lisa VanWyk to Attend Emerging Leaders Program
We are thrilled to announce that our very own, Lisa VanWyk, has been accepted to attend the Emerging Leaders Program offered by the US Small Business Administration. It is an intensive executive-level series for high-potential small businesses in America’s underserved cities. This opportunity will give Step Up Recruiting the tools to help more people in the community searching for jobs, while giving us the edge with employers. Lisa founded Step Up Recruiting with the belief in making the best … [Read more...]
Old Fashioned Interview Techniques That Never Go Out of Style
Interviewing can be overwhelming whether you’re a seasoned professional or not. Have you found yourself madly researching new techniques to ensure you’re on top of all the latest job interview trends? Relax, you can rely on some of the oldies but goodies. Tips like researching the company and interviewers, practicing commonly asked questions, and being prepared with examples of your work are all still important. But there are also some techniques that haven’t received as much air play in … [Read more...]
Hiring Remote Employees: What’s Different?
Hiring associates who work remotely is becoming more and more common. Many of our clients are choosing a remote workforce for certain positions. What’s different about the hiring process, and what’s the same? Same as it ever was. Much of the hiring process is exactly the same, no matter where your employee will be working. You want experienced, productive, and accomplished people working for your company. Those are requirements that don’t change! You’ll want to use a recruiter with … [Read more...]
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