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Why Use a Temp Agency for High-Level Employees?

by wpengine on December 30, 2014 in Staffing, Workforce

 

When employers look to temporary agencies to help search for talent, they are commonly filling short-term assignments or roles that do not require an expanded skill set. However, it is often overlooked that temp agencies can also help fill temporary positions needed for higher-level and more specific roles. We spoke to our recruiters and compiled a list […]

3rd Annual Holiday Infographic

by wpengine on December 11, 2014 in Culture, News

 

Happy Holidays from Placers & the Outside-In® Companies! We looked back on our year through mint, gold & rose colored glasses. Take a look at our year in numbers through our 3rd Annual Holiday Infographic! [iframe src=”http://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/embed_code/42063867″ height=”4059″ width=”672″ frameborder=”0″ marginwidth=”0″ marginheight=”0″ scrolling=”no”]  

Dress to Impress: What to Wear to a Job Interview

by wpengine on December 10, 2014 in Job Search Tips

 

First impressions are key when landing a job. We are often asked how to dress for a job interview because society isn’t as formal as it once was. Our Placers team compiled this list of tips and tricks when it comes to presenting yourself for an interview and putting your best foot forward: Do some […]

Placers Adopts a Family This Holiday Season

by wpengine on December 4, 2014 in News

 

As an Outside-In® Company, we strive to make a difference in the lives of those around us in our community and provide them with peace of mind. One way that we extend our Service to the Nth Degree value is by adopting a family every holiday season. Each year, we partner with Delaware Social Service’s […]

The War on Talent: Tempting the Temp

by wpengine on December 2, 2014 in Culture, Staffing, Workforce

 

In recent blogs, we discussed both the War on Talent and How to Attract & Engage Contingent Workers and shared how now more than ever, staffing firms and employers need to appeal to qualified candidates. The way in which you market your brand, as well as your clients brand, can either make or break your […]

‘Tis the Season: 5 Tips for Landing a Temporary Job

by wpengine on November 19, 2014 in Job Search Tips, Workforce

 

It’s that time of year again—seasonal positions are open and waiting! Whether you’re looking for a temporary job or a part-time gig to supplement your income, seasonal roles are a great opportunity to build your resume and learn some new skills. As large companies hire hundreds to thousands of employees for the upcoming holiday season […]

Join Us 12/11: Engaging a Multicultural Displaced Workforce

by wpengine on November 18, 2014 in News

 

Please join us on Thursday December 11th (7:30-9AM) for our Outside-In® Talent Seminar featuring guest speaker, John Tooher. John is currently a Managing Partner at HeadRoom LLC, and will share his experiences as President and General Manager at YellAdworks, a 3,000 person global advertising agency. Companies today have many factors to think about to engage […]

How Do You List an Employment Agency on Your Resume?

by wpengine on November 11, 2014 in Job Search Tips, Workforce

 

Many are turning to temporary positions to build their skillsets and hone in on new experience. However, it’s often difficult and frustrating to decide how to represent both the employer and the staffing industry on a resume. Here we have outlined several different scenarios with examples to help set you up for success when listing […]

How Can You Attract & Engage Contingent Workers?

by wpengine on November 4, 2014 in Staffing, Workforce

 

In a previous blog, we discussed the war on talent and how it affects both employers and employees. With contingent work on the rise, how can employers attract and engage temps to ensure the best experience possible on both sides? With more open jobs than there are workers, it’s important to market your company and […]

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