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Employee Reviews – How Are Glassdoor and Other Sites Affecting Your Hiring and Retention?

In the summer of 2007, a website was started to allow employees to rate their current and former employers. That site, Glassdoor, launched a revolution that provides job seekers a chance to see what it’s like to work somewhere before they even submit a resume. With such an emphasis on employee and corporate fit, it’s… Read more »

Want Fewer Regrets? Behaviors That Lead to Happiness

We all strive toward happiness in our lives, but that doesn’t mean we don’t make a few mistakes once in a while. If you want to live your life with fewer regrets, consider adding behaviors that help enhance happiness. There are several simple changes you can make to the way you approach your everyday life,… Read more »

Texas Has Featured Nearly 2 Straight Years of Job Growth – What’s Hot in Dallas?

Everything is bigger in Texas, and that goes for the job market, too. Texas has had nearly two straight years of job growth throughout the various metro areas. What does this mean for Dallas job seekers and the companies that want to hire them? As other areas have continued to struggle, the cities through the… Read more »

Facebook Groups – Is Your Next Job Posted Here?

Are you missing out on finding local jobs by not joining Facebook groups? Sure, you’re probably using Craigslist and social media, but are you using Facebook Groups to reach out to potential employers in your community? Facebook groups have risen in popularity over the last few years and many cities and towns now have their… Read more »

How Can Business Analytics Help Reward the Difference Between Performance and Talent?

Data may now be the most important driving force of all industries. This is just as true for human resources as it is for the more obvious jobs, like information technology. But what does data provide for HR professionals? Did you know you can use business analytics to help reward the difference between performance and… Read more »

How Can You Earn a Promotion in Your Call Center Job?

Everyone has ambitions beyond their current job description. You never want to feel stuck in what you’re doing day to day. If you’re working in a call center, you’re probably wondering where you can go from here, but promotions are possible. In order to prove yourself to the call center manager and get to the… Read more »

Working for a Dallas-Based Staffing Agency Provides Benefits You Don’t Know About

Have you thought about working with a Dallas-based staffing agency to help find your next superstar candidate? If you are considering the benefits, here’s a great place to start to understand the reasons why working with a staffing agency will be your best bet to find top talent anywhere in the greater Dallas area. Multiple… Read more »

When Is Temp to Hire the Right Fit for Your Career?

When you’ve been in the job market for some time, you’ve certainly come across temporary-to-hire positions through a local staffing agency. Maybe you’re concerned about the stability of these jobs or how it might impact your resume or long-term career goals. There are many reasons that considering temp to hire is a good idea. So… Read more »

Why Internal Leaders Succeed More than Hiring External Leaders

Do you have a leadership position open in your company? If you’re thinking about interviewing and hiring a new management employee to take a role leading others, you may want to consider other options. Have you thought about promoting from within your team? There are quite a few benefits to this strategy. Let’s take a… Read more »

“The Ideal Candidate” – Why You Should Apply When You Don’t Have All of the Skills

Job application paralysis is a real thing. It’s so easy to fall down a rabbit hole when reading job description after job description and second guessing whether or not you’re qualified for the job. In fact, job postings often refer to the concept of the “ideal candidate” when describing what they’re looking for in terms… Read more »