"Getting Real with Roses" ~ A Staffing Industry Blog by SKC VP Roses Ammon

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Job Seeker and Job Recruiter Partnership


Thursday, October 03, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Job Seekers' Preferred Method of Contact

Job Seekers – LinkedIn is Not Dead!


Wednesday, September 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM
LinkedIn Profile Tips

Celebrating National Staffing Employee Week


Wednesday, September 18, 2019 12:00:00 AM
We Appreciate & Celebrate Our Staffing Rockstars

Sharing the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Job Roles


Friday, September 13, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Ask the Tough Questions

Making FMLA Policies Compatible with the Changing Times


Thursday, September 05, 2019 12:00:00 AM
FMLA

Tips for Crushing those Tricky Job Interview Questions


Wednesday, August 28, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Crush those Interview Questions

Missouri Employers Take Note: What you can and can’t ask about salary


Thursday, August 22, 2019 12:00:00 AM
New Rules for Missouri Employers

Hiring the Right Job Candidate Doesn’t Have to Be a Game of Chance


Wednesday, August 14, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Hire the Right Person the First Time

Getting the Most Out of an Exit Interview


Thursday, August 08, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Exit Interviews Tell an Important Story

A Flexible Employment Package Will Attract Highly Recruited Job Candidates


Wednesday, July 31, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Finding the Right Candidate is Just the Beginning

What do Past and Current Employees Say about Your Company?


Wednesday, July 24, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Employees are Brand Messengers

The Solution to Attracting and Hiring the Best Job Candidates


Wednesday, July 17, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Don't Leave Hiring to Chance

Tweaking the Hiring Process by Looking Within the Organization First


Wednesday, July 10, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Internal Candidates are the Hidden Gold

Grow Your Professional Network by Building Trust


Thursday, June 27, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Share a Recommendation and Build Your Own Personal, Professional and Social Network

Combating the Dreaded “Fear of Missing Out” or FOMO


Thursday, June 20, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Your Life, Your Dream

A Day in The Life of a Recruiter


Wednesday, June 12, 2019 12:00:00 AM
A Day in The Life of a Recruiter: Marie Phelan, Associate VP of Recruiting, Staffing Kansas City

Helping Teachers and Students Find Summer Work


Tuesday, June 04, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Don't Miss Out On The Summer Talent

Micromanagement Leads to Loss of Trust and High Turnover


Wednesday, May 29, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Micromanagers Push Top Performers Out

“Personnel Services with a Personal Touch” in the Age of Technology


Wednesday, May 22, 2019 12:00:00 AM
The Evolution of Hiring

The Behavior Called Ghosting Can Have Unintended Consequences


Wednesday, May 15, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Ghosting is a two-way street and burns bridges on both sides

Cultivating Teams and Team Players


Thursday, May 09, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Together Everyone Achieves More

Building Your Career Network


Wednesday, May 01, 2019 12:00:00 AM
In-Person Conversations are Key to Building a Powerful Network

Feedback for Career and Life Success


Thursday, April 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Are you a good coach/mentor for your employees?

Commit to Building a Team


Wednesday, April 17, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Make Team Building Events a Priority

Making Room for the Do-Over in Job Interviews


Wednesday, April 10, 2019 12:00:00 AM
It's The Recovery That Matters

Entering the Career World


Thursday, April 04, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Graduation to Career

Save the Ghosting for Halloween


Wednesday, March 27, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Communication is Key

Getting Prepared for Job Fairs


Wednesday, March 20, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Be Prepared at Job Fairs

Treating Temporary Workers as Employees


Tuesday, March 19, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Do You Recognize Your Temporary Employees

Prioritize Communication to Keep Employees Engaged


Wednesday, March 06, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Recognize, Reward & Retain

Don’t Lose Your Top Performers


Thursday, February 28, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Keep Good Employees Long Term

Has Finding Employment Been Difficult For You?


Wednesday, February 20, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Put Yourself Ahead of the Crowd

What to wear for the Job Interview?


Wednesday, February 13, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Seven Seconds to Make a First Impression

Find the Right Job Candidate the First Time


Wednesday, February 06, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Permanent Hires

A Company’s Core Values are its Foundation


Wednesday, January 30, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Company Core Values

The Hiring Landscape Continues to Look Positive in 2019


Wednesday, January 23, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Hiring Continues And So Do The Challenges

What Job Openings Do You Have?


Tuesday, January 15, 2019 12:00:00 AM
What Job Openings Do You Have and Are They Real Job Orders?

What’s the Process for Working with a Staffing Recruiter?


Tuesday, January 08, 2019 12:00:00 AM
Increase Job Opportunities - Work with a Staffing Recruiter

What’s a Contract-to-Hire Placement?


Tuesday, December 18, 2018 12:00:00 AM
What’s a Contract-to-Hire Placement?

Making the Most of Winter Break


Tuesday, December 11, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Put a little money in your pocket and experience to your resume.

How Did My Interview Go?


Tuesday, December 04, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Interview Do's and Don'ts

Is There a Fee for Working with a Recruiter?


Tuesday, November 27, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Companies pay the fee, not job seekers

Is Using a Staffing Agency Cost-Effective for My Company?


Tuesday, November 13, 2018 12:00:00 AM
For Cost-Effective Hiring Utilize Staffing KC

Can You Help Us with Our Employee Handbook?


Tuesday, November 06, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Staffing KC has HR Industry Resources

Why Are Our Employees Leaving?


Tuesday, October 30, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Retaining Top Performers

How Quickly Can We Hire Someone?


Tuesday, October 23, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Staffing Kansas City Recruits 24/7

What’s Your Candidate Screening Process?


Wednesday, October 17, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Job Seeker Screening Process

Gen Z to Surpass the Millennial Generation in 2019


Tuesday, October 09, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Gen Z will soon make up 7.7 billion of the global population

Privacy Expectations of Email at Work


Tuesday, October 02, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Are personal emails sent over a work device confidential?

The Current Hiring Environment is Benefiting Job Seekers


Wednesday, September 26, 2018 12:00:00 AM
It's a Banner Year for Jobseekers

Prepare for the Interview and Respect the Hiring Process


Tuesday, September 18, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Here's a Roadmap to Direct Your Way

Think Twice Before Accepting a Counteroffer


Wednesday, September 05, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Counteroffer - Two Options, Different Outcomes

Always Resign From a Job on Good Terms


Tuesday, August 21, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Depart With Grace and Gratitude

Make Vacation a Priority for Employees


Tuesday, August 14, 2018 12:00:00 AM
The Benefits of Vacation Time

The Importance of Staying Labor Law Compliant


Tuesday, August 07, 2018 12:00:00 AM
One-Size-Fits-All Approach Does Not Work

Employee Engagement Can Lead to Increased Profitability


Tuesday, July 31, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Engaged Employees are Happier and More Productive

Building a Successful Relationship Between Employer and Staffing Agency


Tuesday, July 24, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Simple Steps to Building a Successful Relationship Between Employer and Staffing Agency

Tips to Increasing Your Value in the Workplace


Tuesday, July 17, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Are You Demonstrating Your Value?

Benefits that Will Attract Millennials


Wednesday, July 11, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Benefits for the New Workforce

Three Signs it’s Time to Begin the Hiring Process


Tuesday, June 26, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Is it Time to Hire?

Retaining Employees and The Evolving Benefits Equation


Wednesday, June 20, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Employee Satisfaction Package - Benefits & Retirement Security

Finding and Retaining Quality Talent in 2018


Tuesday, June 12, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Finding and Retaining Quality Talent in 2018

What You Need to Know About the “Ban the Box” Ordinance


Tuesday, June 05, 2018 12:00:00 AM
What You Need to Know About the “Ban the Box” Ordinance

Do You Love Your Job?


Thursday, May 31, 2018 12:00:00 AM
“If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life!"

Transitioning from Summer Employment to Permanent Placement


Tuesday, May 22, 2018 12:00:00 AM
A Bridge to Permanent Employment

Business Solutions for Summer Staffing


Tuesday, May 15, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Need Summer Help?

Celebrating the Contributions of Small Businesses


Tuesday, May 08, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Small Businesses and the Impact They Have on the Economy and Community

The Advantage Staffing Agency Recruiters Have Over Internal Recruiting


Tuesday, May 01, 2018 12:00:00 AM
How is Your Time Best Spent?

Previous Compensation – Is it Still Relevant in Hiring?


Tuesday, April 24, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Is it Still a Valid Question?

Ensuring Employee Compensation is on Track


Tuesday, April 17, 2018 12:00:00 AM
It's Time to Review Employee Compensations

Facebook: The Newest Job Search Site


Wednesday, April 04, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Facebook for Jobs?

Paving the Path to Promotion


Tuesday, April 03, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Steps to Landing a Promotion

Minimize the Effects of a Bad Hire in Your Organization


Tuesday, March 27, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Are You Hiring the Wrong People?

Why the Human Element Remains Critical to Employment Recruiting


Tuesday, March 20, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Human Element Critical to Recruiting

Forget Resume Keywords and Embrace Transferable Skills When Hiring


Tuesday, March 13, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Employees have more transferable skills than ever

Reasons to Consider Employment With Small to Mid-Size Companies


Tuesday, March 06, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Small Businesses Employed More than Half the Workforce in the KC Area.

The True Value of a Staffing Agency


Tuesday, February 27, 2018 12:00:00 AM
What's Your Time Worth?

Debunking the Myth: Staffing Firms Only Place the Unemployed


Tuesday, February 13, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Staffing Myths 1

Beyond the Basics of Interview Preparation


Wednesday, January 31, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Interview Preparation

Selling Job Candidates on a Prospective Supervisor


Tuesday, January 23, 2018 12:00:00 AM
The Importance of Matching Management with Employees

Learning from Your Job Interviews


Tuesday, January 16, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Improve Your Interviews

Hack the Resolution in 2018


Tuesday, January 09, 2018 12:00:00 AM
2018 Resolution - Change is Hard

Are You Ready for Hiring in 2018?


Wednesday, January 03, 2018 12:00:00 AM
Human Element is Critical in Recruiting

Coaching Generation Z for Job Success


Wednesday, December 27, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Gen Z - Introducing some changes of their own

Tips for Getting Your Resume Noticed


Tuesday, December 19, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Keywords that flag your resume

Navigating the Holiday Party


Tuesday, December 12, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Holiday Party 101

Staying Productive During the Holiday Hustle


Tuesday, December 05, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Staying Productive During the Holiday Hustle

The Right and Wrong Way to Call in Sick


Tuesday, November 28, 2017 12:00:00 AM
When to Call in Sick

Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude


Tuesday, November 14, 2017 12:00:00 AM
A Time To Be Grateful

The Importance of Building a Strong Reputation


Tuesday, November 07, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Reputation is Key to Success or Failure

Why it’s Smart to Job Hunt During the Holidays


Tuesday, October 31, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Companies Hire Year-Round

Finding the Right Candidates


Tuesday, October 24, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Hire the Experts

What to Expect When Interviewing with a Staffing Firm


Wednesday, October 18, 2017 12:00:00 AM
What Really Happens in the Job Interview

Why it Pays to Use a Staffing Firm


Tuesday, October 10, 2017 12:00:00 AM
"Personnel Services with a Personal Touch"

Stay Tech-Savvy to Stay Employable


Tuesday, October 03, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Technology waits for no one

Demonstrate Company Culture for Better Hiring


Tuesday, September 26, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Skills Are Critical, Culture Fit is a Must

Phone Interview Etiquette


Tuesday, September 19, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Phone Interview Tips

Defining the Gig Economy and Players


Tuesday, September 12, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Gig Economy

Beat the End-of-Summer Blues


Wednesday, September 06, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Post Summer Renewal

How Much Do Perceptions Matter?


Tuesday, August 29, 2017 12:00:00 AM
How Much Do Perceptions Matter?

Tackling Conflict Step by Step


Tuesday, August 22, 2017 12:00:00 AM
How Do You Handle Conflict?

Does the Length of Your Interview Determine the Outcome?


Tuesday, August 15, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Is Time Spent in an Interview Relevant?

Building a Resilient Team


Tuesday, August 08, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Team Dynamics

Finding the Right Job Path


Tuesday, August 01, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Happiness Comes in Many Forms

Reasons to Pause Before Posting


Tuesday, July 25, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Is That Online Review Accurate?

Interviewing 101: Know Who You Are


Tuesday, July 18, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Interviewing 101: Know Who You Are

What it Takes to Like Your job and Love Your Life


Wednesday, July 12, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Celebrate the Little Things

The "Why" of Creating a Morning Routine


Tuesday, June 27, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Do you Have a Morning Routine?

The Important Courtesy of Showing Up on Time


Tuesday, June 20, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Showing Up on Time to Work Everyday

Sourcing Talent with a Personal Approach


Tuesday, June 13, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Sourcing Talent

The Right Way to Ask for Time Off


Tuesday, June 06, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Are You Asking for Time Off?

Navigating the Current State of Hiring


Wednesday, May 31, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Navigating the Current State of Hiring

Employers Should Chart a Career Path


Tuesday, May 23, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Chart a Career Path

Swift Action Required in a Candidate’s Market


Tuesday, May 16, 2017 12:00:00 AM
It's a Candidate's Market

What you Wear to Work Does Matter


Tuesday, May 09, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Appropriate Attire Does Matter

Getting the Jump on Summer Employment


Tuesday, May 02, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Summer Employment

Turning Job Interviews into Job Offers


Tuesday, April 18, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Interviews to Offers

Transitioning from College to Career


Tuesday, April 11, 2017 12:00:00 AM
From College to Career

Find Your Flow


Wednesday, March 22, 2017 12:00:00 AM
In a Job or In Life, Find Your Flow

Choosing the Right Salary to Attract the Right Talent


Thursday, March 16, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Right Salary, Right Talent

The Many Reasons for Using PTO


Tuesday, March 07, 2017 12:00:00 AM
It's Time to Take Time

It’s Worthwhile to Create an Org Chart for your Company


Tuesday, February 28, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Who is Driving the Bus?

Build a Culture of Praise and Recognition


Tuesday, February 21, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Are Praise and Recognition part of your culture?

Clarifying Confusing Employment Terms


Tuesday, February 14, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Are employment terms confusing to you?

Are you a Bad Boss?


Tuesday, February 07, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Are you a Bad Boss?

Where do you Rank Retention in your Organization?


Tuesday, January 31, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Is Retention High on Your List?

Are You Justifying a Gut Hiring Decision?


Tuesday, January 24, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Logic or Gut Hiring

Translating Dress for Success


Tuesday, January 17, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Influence More People

Staffing’s Role in Continuing Economic Growth


Wednesday, January 11, 2017 12:00:00 AM
Staffing and Economic Growth

The Catch-22 of Using Big Data for Hiring


Tuesday, January 03, 2017 12:00:00 AM
The Catch-22 of Using Big Data for Hiring

Tips to Impress a Recruiter in 2017


Wednesday, December 28, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Impress Recruiters

Using In-House Content to Build Employee Engagement


Wednesday, December 21, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Plan for Success - Build Employee Engagement

Will Facebook Become the New Recruiting Game-Changer?


Tuesday, December 13, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Facebook and Recruiting - Is your Page Ready?

Assimilating Millennial Workers


Wednesday, December 07, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Working with Millennials

Zeroing in on Authenticity


Tuesday, November 29, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Cultivate Your EQ

How to Benefit Most from “Coachable” Moments


Wednesday, November 16, 2016 12:00:00 AM
"Coachable" Moments

Understanding Why You Want a Job Change


Wednesday, November 09, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Why the job change?

Reasons to Develop a Side Hustle


Tuesday, November 01, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Bored with your job? Need extra cash? How about a fun side job?

Writing a Resume Cover Letter that Grabs Attention


Tuesday, October 25, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Does Your Cover Letter Grab Attention?

Would you Quit your Job for $2K-$5K?


Wednesday, October 19, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Do you enjoy the work you do?

Interpreting Attributes: When a Positive Becomes a Negative


Wednesday, October 12, 2016 12:00:00 AM
When a Positive Becomes a Negative

The Connection between Good Grammar, Hiring and Promotion


Wednesday, October 05, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Good Grammar, Hiring and Promotion Connection

The Benefits of EQ versus IQ


Wednesday, September 28, 2016 12:00:00 AM
EQ versus IQ

Decoding Millennial Hiring Practices


Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Millennial Hiring Practices

How to Successfully Job Search while Still Employed


Tuesday, September 13, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Successfully Job Search while Still Employed

How to Become a Better Listener and Communicator


Wednesday, September 07, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Become a Better Listener and Communicator

Breaking the Habit of Chronic Lateness


Monday, August 29, 2016 12:00:00 AM
"Sorry, I am Late"

Conveying Respect through the Proper Interview Attire


Tuesday, August 16, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Proper Interview Attire

Salary vs. OT: Understanding New DOL Guidelines


Wednesday, August 10, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Understanding New DOL Guidelines

It is Not Personal, It is Business


Tuesday, August 02, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Interview Process is Not Personal

Are Your Interview Practices In-Line with The Times?


Tuesday, July 26, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Interview practices

Navigating the People Element at Work


Thursday, July 21, 2016 12:00:00 AM
The People Element at Work

Negotiating The Work-Life Balance


Tuesday, July 12, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Work-Life Balance

Staffing that Incorporates the Human Element


Thursday, July 07, 2016 12:00:00 AM
"Personnel Services with a Personal Touch"

Why a Customer or Client Referral Means So Much


Tuesday, June 28, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Referrals are the Highest Form of a Compliment

Staffing KC Sponsors Upcoming Due West Therapeutic Riding Center Tournament


Thursday, June 23, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Due West Therapeutic Riding Center Benefit Golf Tournament

You’re Never Too Busy to Engage a Staffing Specialist


Tuesday, June 21, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Engage a Staffing Specialist

Tips for Gaining the Best Staffing Talent


Tuesday, June 14, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Staffing Specialists For You

Improving the Odds of a Job Search


Tuesday, June 07, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Increase the Odds in Your Job Search

Following Employment Application Directions


Tuesday, May 24, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Blank sections on applications leave staffing recruiters and applicants at a significant disadvantage.

The Flexibility of using a Staffing Agency


Tuesday, May 10, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Staffing 101

Staffing for the Long-term


Wednesday, May 04, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Retention of Talent and Employee Engagement

Recruiting for the Important Soft Skills Set


Tuesday, April 26, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Recruiting for Soft Skills Set

The Millennial Dynamic


Wednesday, April 20, 2016 12:00:00 AM
For the first time in history, we have a workplace made up of employees from all three generations.

A Staffing Agency can Assist with Graduating to Career Employment


Thursday, April 14, 2016 12:00:00 AM
A Staffing Agency can Assist with Graduating to Career Employment

The Value of a Staffing Firm


Monday, March 21, 2016 12:00:00 AM
The Value of a Staffing Firm

Employment Agencies Meet Challenges in a Candidate-Driven Market


Tuesday, March 15, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Employment Agencies Meet Challenges in a Candidate-Driven Market

Tracking Employee Productivity in the Workplace


Tuesday, March 08, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Tracking Employee Productivity

Employment Recruiting for a People-Centric Workforce


Wednesday, March 02, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Employment Recruiting for a People-Centric Workforce

The Interview First Impression


Tuesday, February 23, 2016 12:00:00 AM
First Impressions in a Job Interview

Translating the Job Search


Wednesday, February 10, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Defining Your Job Search

Factoring in the Generational Component


Wednesday, February 03, 2016 12:00:00 AM
A Growing Emphasis on the Role of the Individual

The Power of Presence


Friday, January 22, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Securing An Interview

Focusing on People in 2016


Monday, January 04, 2016 12:00:00 AM
Focusing on People in 2016

The KC Royals, a Workplace Model for Unbeatable Teamwork


Tuesday, December 01, 2015 12:00:00 AM
The KC Royals, a Workplace Model

Embracing a New Work Culture with Gratitude


Tuesday, November 10, 2015 12:00:00 AM
How to Embrace a New Work Culture

Will you make the Top Talent Cut?


Tuesday, October 20, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Make the Top Talent Cut

Tips for Negotiating a Sweet Salary


Monday, October 05, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Tips for Negotiating a Sweet Salary

What does your Resume and LinkedIn Profile Say about You


Tuesday, September 08, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Tell Your Story by Resume and LinkedIn Profile

The Right Way to Handle Multiple Job Offers


Tuesday, September 01, 2015 12:00:00 AM
The Right Way to Handle Multiple Job Offers

How to Best Showcase Strengths and Weaknesses


Monday, August 03, 2015 12:00:00 AM
How to Showcase Your Strengths and Weaknesses

Articulating Why You’re Right for the Job


Thursday, July 16, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Articulating Why You’re Right for the Job

Email Etiquette, Just as Important as In-Person Manners


Wednesday, July 01, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Email Etiquette, Just as Important as In-Person Manners

What Makes an Employee Stay?


Monday, June 08, 2015 12:00:00 AM
What Makes an Employee Stay?

Give Two-Weeks-Notice and Leave like a Rock Star


Monday, June 01, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Give Two-Weeks-Notice and Leave like a Rock Star

Cuss Words and Swearing: Avoiding the Elephant in the Room


Monday, May 11, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Inappropriate Words for Interview

Onboarding: The Importance of Investing in New Hires


Wednesday, May 06, 2015 12:00:00 AM
The Importance of Investing in New Hires

Are you a Positive or Negative Employer?


Wednesday, April 01, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Are you a Positive or Negative Employer?

Tips to Impress a Staffing Recruiter


Monday, March 16, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Tips to Impress a Staffing Recruiter

Don’t Lose Out on another Great Candidate


Thursday, March 05, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Don’t Lose Out on another Great Candidate

Save Money by Making Better Staffing Decisions


Thursday, February 19, 2015 12:00:00 AM
The affects of bad hires and how to avoid them

The Importance of Choosing the Right References


Thursday, January 29, 2015 12:00:00 AM
The Importance of Choosing the Right References for Your Employment Search

The Practice of Building Good Etiquette Skills


Thursday, January 15, 2015 12:00:00 AM
Phone Etiquette for Interviews

Words Matter


Wednesday, January 07, 2015 12:00:00 AM
What’s Acceptable, What’s Professional?

Small Companies Bring Big Opportunities


Tuesday, December 16, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Small Companies Bring Big Opportunities

Keeping it Professional: A Guide to Job Search Etiquette


Wednesday, December 03, 2014 12:00:00 AM
A Guide to Job Search Etiquette

A Proactive Guide to Job Searching


Wednesday, November 19, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Guide to Job Searching

Observations from a Job Fair


Friday, October 31, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Observations from a Job Fair

I Might Want to Quit My Job, Now What


Monday, October 13, 2014 12:00:00 AM
I Might Want to Quit My Job, Now What?

Is Your Current Resume Accurate and Up To Date?


Wednesday, September 17, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Is Your Current Resume Accurate and Up To Date?

The Importance of Filling Out an Application in its Entirety


Wednesday, September 10, 2014 12:00:00 AM
The Importance of Filling Out an Application in its Entirety

Make a Great Impression with the Right Interview Outfit


Thursday, September 04, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Dressing for an Interview

A Personal Brand to Distinguish You and Your Skillset to Potential Employers


Tuesday, August 26, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Create a Personal Brand to Distinguish You and Your Skillset to Potential Employers

KC Staffing Firms fill Jobs Openings at Small and Mid-sized Companies


Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:00:00 AM
A KC Staffing Agency Can Help You Fill Jobs Openings at Small and Mid-sized Companies

One-Fourth of Four-Year College Graduates Have Deficient Writing Skills?


Wednesday, June 25, 2014 12:00:00 AM
employees' ability to communicate

Experts Agree that Staffing Agencies are an Excellent Resource for the Jobless


Thursday, June 19, 2014 12:00:00 AM
benefits of staffing agencies

5 Crucial Mistakes Job-Seekers Make


Tuesday, June 03, 2014 12:00:00 AM
5 Crucial Mistakes Job-Seekers Make

Staffing Kansas City is Proud to be a Small Business in Greater Kansas City


Wednesday, May 28, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Staffing Kansas City is Proud to be a Small Business in the Greater Kansas City Area

New to the Job Market? Maximize Your Potential for Employment Success


Tuesday, April 29, 2014 12:00:00 AM
New to the Job Market? Maximize Your Potential for Employment Success

Tips for Building a Professional Resume that Shines


Tuesday, April 22, 2014 12:00:00 AM
How to build a great resume

What You Should Do Immediately After an Unexpected Layoff


Wednesday, March 19, 2014 12:00:00 AM
What You Should Do Immediately After an Unexpected Layoff

Recent College Grads Need Long Term Vision and Stepping Stone for Career Success


Monday, February 24, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Recent College Grads Need Long Term Vision and a Stepping Stone for Career Success

Protect Your Business's Brand Identity to Attract Top Talent


Friday, February 14, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Protect Your Business's Brand Identity to Attract Top Talent

Employee Misconduct and Your Business: We Can Help!


Monday, February 03, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Employee Misconduct and Your Business: We Can Help!

Temps Are Not Just Clerical Personnel Anymore


Thursday, January 23, 2014 12:00:00 AM
Temporary/Contract workers fill a variety of C-Level positions

New Year, New Job Opportunity


Monday, January 06, 2014 12:00:00 AM
New Year, New Job Opportunity

How to Get Out of a Temp or Contract Job the Right Way


Thursday, December 26, 2013 12:00:00 AM

Utilizing Temporary Employees During the Winter Holidays


Monday, November 18, 2013 12:00:00 AM
The benefits of utilizing temporary employees for Holiday vacations and year end projects.

Communication is Key to a Satisfying Workplace Experience


Thursday, October 24, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Communication is Key to a Satisfying Workplace Experience

How Reviews on Social Media Websites Can Jeopardize Your Chances for Employment


Wednesday, October 09, 2013 12:00:00 AM
How reviews can jeopardize employment opportunities.

Why are Some Job Seekers Apprehensive about Working with a Staffing Agency?


Wednesday, September 25, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Working with a Staffing Agency

Are Your Party Pics Posted Yet?


Thursday, September 12, 2013 12:00:00 AM
The Do's and Don't of Social Media as it Relates to Employment

How to Retain Top Talent: Strategies You Can Put in Place Today!


Thursday, August 15, 2013 12:00:00 AM
How to Retain Top Talent: Strategies You Can Put in Place Today!

The Myth of Job Security?


Monday, August 12, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Does anyone really have "job security?"

Staffing Kansas City: Not Just a Temp Service


Tuesday, July 16, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Staffing agencies – such as Staffing Kansas City – have evolved and become full-service employment partners that offer a number of valuable services

Demand for Temporary Workers Hasn't Changed the Need for Full-time Employees


Friday, July 12, 2013 12:00:00 AM
An Increase in Demand for Temporary Workers Hasn't Changed the Need for Full-time Permanent Employees

The Costs Associated with a Bad Hire


Thursday, June 27, 2013 12:00:00 AM
The actual cost associated with a bad hire

Summer Employment for College Seniors Can Lead to Permanent Placement


Tuesday, June 25, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Summer Employment for College Seniors Can Lead to Permanent Placement

Top 10 Things You Should Never Do In An Interview


Friday, May 17, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Top 10 Things You Should Never Do In An Interview

A Professional Appearance is a Must-have for an Interview


Thursday, May 09, 2013 12:00:00 AM
A Professional Appearance is a Must-have for an Interview

Power of Social Networking As It Relates To Job Hunting


Tuesday, April 23, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Power of Social Networking As It Relates To Job Hunting

Referrals: The Highest Form of Professional Compliment


Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Referrals are avenues to great personal and financial gain

Top 5 Reasons To Use A Kansas City Staffing Agency


Thursday, March 28, 2013 12:00:00 AM
5 reasons why companies should use a Kansas City Staffing Agency

Spring and Summer Breaks Offer Companies a Staffing Opportunity


Thursday, March 21, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Companies that utilize college students for summer projects get to “try before you buy” talent for post graduation hires.

Looking for Employment


Monday, February 25, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Recruiters are retained to find the top 3 candidates for their clients.

Getting By With a Little Help from your Staffing Friends


Wednesday, February 20, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Welcoming Recruiters' experience and knowledge

What to do After College with your Degree and How a Staffing Firm can Help


Wednesday, January 23, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Helpful hints for college students and recent grads

The Next Four Years


Friday, January 11, 2013 12:00:00 AM
Waiting for the President’s second inauguration is like waiting in the lobby at your dentist. It is inevitable what is going to happen next, and we know that the last time it involved kicking and screaming.

How Does a KC Staffing Firm Recruiting and Screening Process Work?


Tuesday, January 01, 2013 12:00:00 AM
It should come as no surprise that many job seekers have considered contacting a professional staffing agency to help them with the process of finding a new employment opportunity.

Specialized Recruiting


Saturday, December 01, 2012 12:00:00 AM
Should I use an employment firm that specializes in the field related only to my open position?

Why Top Talent in KC Utilizes Staffing Firms for Employment


Monday, October 01, 2012 12:00:00 AM
For Kansas City top talent – those who offer a range of skills, education, and experience that is valuable to employers – exploring employment opportunities is often a challenge.