[…]searching for hand sanitizer and puzzles are in short supply. In week three, everyone has moved on to searching for baking supplies like yeast and flour. Now, sales are up for in-home beauty items, like hair cutting supplies and hair coloring. What will it be next week? If the topic was not so serious, it’s kind of fun to think about. If we are all stuck at home for one more week, what can’t we go without? Consider our trash removal services: we are producing more trash at home than we ever have before, yet our trash company charges us the same […]
[…]some of your questions may have been answered during the interview process. This is why it is good to come prepared with multiple questions so you aren’t stuck at the end with questions that have already been answered. One of the questions you can ask to end the interview is about the next steps, so you will be prepared for what is needed and can leave the interview on a strong note. Reasons Why Questions Are Important Questions show that you are interested in the job. If you are taking the time to develop questions then you have spent time thinking […]
[…]so do what you can to contribute an amount that provides the maximum match because it is “free” money. If your employer does not have to match, it’s still in your best interest to contribute whatever your budget allows. If your employer does not have a retirement plan, I encourage starting a Roth IRA and invest each month automatically. Sam: What are some easy tips that anyone can use to help them save money? Mark: No surprise here – create a budget as it’s your best way to “keep score” of your money. Then set a goal with a timeframe […]
[…]know what to expect. What software or applications will I be using? To make sure you are comfortable with & prepared for the technical aspects of the job. What do you believe is the most challenging part of this role? To ease any fears by preparing for “the worst.” If there are no current temp opportunities that are a fit for you, here are some things to ask the Staffing Specialist: Should I call to check in or will you call me when a position is available? How often do you have openings that may be a fit for me? Are there certain […]
[…]that you’d like to explore. It’s important that the interview feels more like a comfortable dialogue than an interrogation for both you and the interviewer. One way to turn your question into a conversation is to ask the interviewer something that affirms your knowledge of the industry while inquiring about the specific goals you would like to see yourself achieve within the role. A good rule of thumb is to NOT ask questions that could be answered with a quick Google search or a couple clicks on the company’s webpage. Think about something you did really well in your last […]
[…]or be happy to act as your referees. Be open about the hours you are free to work It is always recommended that you be honest about this. A temp vacancy that you come across might be exciting, but you also need to see if the hours they want you to work matches with what you can spare. If you have other commitments, it is only a matter of time before you leave your job to attend to them. And that doesn’t look good on your resume. Update your skills to get the job After you have determined your areas of […]
[…]or listen when the other person tells us theirs. When actions are small, we usually don’t stop to really consider the impact of them. But if there’s one thing that the Outside Insights community knows, it’s that change happens in small steps. Habits are formed. In terms of being a good teammate, garbage in equals garbage out. For the most part, people are smart, knowledgeable, capable, productive – but these attributes alone do not make you a great teammate. Here are a few behaviors and characteristics that I’ve learned make great someone a better teammate: 1) Are you considerate? Do […]
[…]every single interview and yet it still seems to secretly tie the shoelaces of even the most prepared candidates. We often find that when we are preparing candidates for interviews they ask for advice on how to answer, “Do you have any questions for me about the role?” It’s important to remember that an interview is meant to be more of a conversation and not an interrogation. Asking questions is the best way to demonstrate that you understand the company and their challenges while showing how you can bring value to their organization. We compiled this list of 7 questions […]
[…]the agency is up to date on all labor and employee laws. What are your rates? This is the most common and obvious question. Viewing different service levels and their prices will help you find the right solution that fits your company’s hiring needs. Do you have employee materials? Since the temporary candidate would be an employee of the staffing firm, it’s a good idea to review any materials they distribute during the on boarding process to see what kind of policies are in place. Ask to receive a copy of the employee handbook to ensure that both your company and the […]
