Posts Categorized: Staffing and Recruitment
Interview Etiquette Best Practices For Your Next Gig
The interview is your first impression with employers. It’s a big step in the job-hunting process, and it means that an employer is interested in what you have to offer. It’s important to nail this part, but it’s very easy to make mistakes along the way, especially with interview etiquette. Great interview etiquette can set…
Overcoming Aging Infrastructure Challenges in Manufacturing
Nothing lasts forever, and this goes double for industrial infrastructure. Outdated equipment and facilities create a number of risks to your business operations, ranging from lower productivity to safety hazards. Being proactive about your equipment needs helps keep you on the forefront of your industry as a competitive business partner. Here are some tips to…
How Tempstar Staffing Can Help Make Mergers and Acquisitions Easier
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are exciting opportunities for companies to grow, expand their market reach, and achieve strategic goals. However, behind the scenes, these transitions often come with significant operational and workforce challenges. From restructuring teams to managing employee turnover and aligning organizational cultures, the process of merging two entities can disrupt even the most…
The Cost of a Bad Hire: What To Do To Avoid Costly Mistakes
If you’re in charge of hiring at your company, you probably know firsthand that making a bad hiring decision happens sometimes. Candidates lie on their resume or in the job interview, misunderstandings happen, and work styles can clash suddenly in the worst ways. Unfortunately, the cost of a bad hire manifests on multiple fronts: productivity,…
How To Stay Positive Despite Rejections in Your Job Search
There’s no way around it: being rejected from a job you really wanted hurts. You got your hopes up, did the best you could at every step, and yet somehow it still wasn’t enough. However, don’t be discouraged, no matter how bad it feels! Whether it’s God or the universe or fate involved, it all…
How To Choose Between Two Great Candidates for One Job
Picture this: you’ve got a job opening, and you found two great candidates that fit the role perfectly. The hard part (actually finding the candidates) is over, but there’s one final step to the process, and that’s making the final decision to fill the job. Going about this can be tough, especially if you like…
Prepare For The Holidays: Create A Plan For Your Busy Season
For many businesses, the holidays (Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Christmas) are a busy time. More than likely, you’re gearing your team up to meet the high demands of the holiday season. In crazy busy times like this, it’s good to have a solid gameplan in place, as well as auditing already in-place procedures, to make…
How Great Managers Lead: 5 Habits To Adopt
Every manager goes through moments of learning throughout their career. Whether you’ve made some mistakes or received feedback that was less than ideal, it’s an opportunity for you to learn and grow. Chances are, you’re reading this for that exact reason, and we’re happy to help you work through it! How great managers lead effective…
What Is An Assembler Job Like?
Assemblers are the people putting things together behind the scenes, creating a wide variety of products in the manufacturing sector. This type of job is great for those who enjoy working with their hands, have an eye for details, and enjoy working with blueprints or schematics. Assembly positions often don’t require previous experience, so you…
How to Set Yourself Apart From Other Job Seekers
When you’re in the thick of job searching, staying ahead of the crowds is important. For each job you apply to, you’re likely competing against a dozen or more other job seekers. If you don’t set yourself apart from the rest, you might not land the job you want. However, it’s easier to say than…