Workforce professionals are here with HR tips for employers and career advice for anyone looking to find a job, keep your job or get a better job.
Exploring options for seasonal employment.
Hello loyal job seekers! It’s the season for seasonal employment. I couldn’t believe my eyes as I wandered through the Galleria last week and saw the holiday decorations quickly finding their new homes. After talking to employers, I know many are ready to begin hiring seasonal workers for various positions. Continue reading ‘I Have SO Been an Elf…Now What?’
After the 2001 recession, the national unemployment rate climbed to 5.8 percent in 2002, and peaked at 6.3 percent in 2003 before falling back to 4.6 percent for 2006 and 2007. Most economists agree that we may never see employment numbers this low again. Continue reading ‘Preparing for the New Normal’
When I grow up, I want to be…
I attend various career fairs throughout the year to source candidates and introduce others to Workforce Solutions. Quite often these career fairs draw job seekers who are on the verge of making the transition from college student to career professional. In one of my previous blogs, I affectionately referred to these types of candidates as “fresh meat.” Continue reading ‘Dream Big…Think Real’
Following directions will lead you to employment.
In a former life, I worked as a recruiter. Now, I supervise a wonderful team of people who recruit daily to help people get to work. What I hear about recruiting now is consistent with my experience as a recruiter. People who want to get hired know how to follow directions. Continue reading ‘The Job is in the Details’
