Five Smart Ways to Stand Out at a Job Fair
A job fair is a tool that employers commonly use to fill their staffing needs, and it’s a great way for those seeking employment to apply for a variety of jobs in one setting. However, you will most likely be applying for the same openings as hundreds of other hopeful job seekers, so you’ll need […]
Spring Clean Your Job Search
With the advent of spring, many people start a list of chores that need to be completed at home. But, homeowners are not the only people who need to worry about spring cleaning. As someone looking for work, you also need to conduct a thorough spring cleaning every year to keep yourself ready for opportunities […]
How to Write Emails Like a Pro
First came the Stone Age, then the Bronze Age, and finally, the Iron Age. It would be fairly difficult for anyone to argue that we aren’t currently existing in the Computer Age, as these devices seem to have become present in nearly all facets of our lives, from landing airplanes to video chatting with Grandma. […]
The Need for Skilled Industrial Workers Is Rising
The evolution of the industrial labor market is transforming more than just the way employers manage existing workforces. For years, companies have contended with shortages of skilled workers. Employment experts predict these trends will have an ever-increasing impact on how HR departments acquire talent…
Q&A: Getting Employment with Forge
Exactly what is a staffing firm and how does it work for me? When you sign with a staffing firm, you have initiated a relationship with an agency that already has strong relationships with employers. Forge Industrial Staffing connects qualified candidates with employers offering light industrial jobs. Our reputation is dependent on the level of […]
5 Steps to Make your Workplace Greener
When it comes to living a green lifestyle, many find it can be difficult to maintain good habits at work. Here are some tips to help ensure that the business you work for is doing everything it can to reduce its carbon footprint. Research the Recycling Talk to the maintenance and operations people at your […]
Workplace Etiquette Essentials: Understanding Confidentiality
At its heart, workplace confidentiality is about respecting an employer’s wishes to control its data. Those who adhere to this basic form of workplace etiquette demonstrate their trustworthiness and future employment eligibility. They also leave themselves less exposed to the legal liability actions that commonly follow information breaches. Of course, effective corporate privacy involves more […]
Top Five Phone Interview Tips
A phone interview is often a convenient way to get a general feeling of a person without being face to face. There isn’t the contact that is sometimes desired by both parties, but it works for those who aren’t in the same city or for those who are going through an initial conversation so that […]
What is a Staffing Agency and Who Can Benefit from Them?
A staffing agency is an organization that matches employers to employees. Our job is to recruit and select employees for organizations that do not have the time, expertise, and/or resources to find applicants to fill open positions. There are many benefits employers get from staffing agencies, including the following. Low cost Using a staffing agency […]
How to Turn a Temporary Position into a Full-time Job
Temporary positions are a great way to try out a company (if you’re the employee) and try out the employee (if you’re the hiring company). If you’re a temp employee looking for full-time work, below are some tips to maximize your time at your temp job…