The staffing industry has changed significantly over the past few years. We’re lucky, though, in that even though we’ve faced our share of challenges, our industry has also fared better than most. Take, for instance, recent staffing industry statistics from the American Staffing Association (ASA). According to ASA, from 2009 through 2011, U.S. staffing agencies… Read more »
As one of the top staffing firms in Northern California, we know that “firing an employee” probably tops the list as one of the most dreaded responsibility you have. Hopefully, it’s something you don’t have to deal with often. Regardless, it’s certainly a stress inducer when it’s necessary – even though the end result might… Read more »
When you think of a bully, you probably picture some kid on a playground terrorizing his or her fellow classmates. But bullies aren’t just a problem in schools; in fact, 35% of American workers report having been bullied, according to the Workplace Bullying Institute. Furthermore, instances of bullying occur four times more often than those… Read more »
With a nationwide shortage of nurses, per diem nurses are certainly a boon to hospitals and medical facilities – in Sacramento, California and beyond – that need the extra help. But in order for the top per diem nurses to want to work for you, it’s important to make a great impression on them. After… Read more »
As a law firm, you might be used to defending or prosecuting workplace injury lawsuits. But as a legal staffing firm in Sacramento, California, we know that if you’re not mindful about your own firm’s work environment, you could be on the wrong end of an employee’s workers’ compensation claim. In fact, according to the… Read more »
These days, most workers take a few minutes here and there throughout the day to check their Facebook account or respond to personal emails. While this certainly isn’t a bid deal, some employees can’t keep it to just a few minutes. They’re online constantly, updating statuses, watching videos, and reading non-work-related blogs. As a result… Read more »
As one of the leading legal staffing agencies in Northern California, we understand that staffing is a critical function of your law firm. After all, if you don’t have the right people in the right positions, how can you get any work done and win cases? What’s more is that having a talented team in… Read more »
With the economy still stuck in neutral, many employees are fearful of taking vacation days. They don’t want to be perceived as slacking off or lazy, especially when times are tough. In fact, according to a 2009 study conducted by Right Management, 66% of those polled had not used all of their allotted paid vacation… Read more »
Let’s face it. Job interviews are stressful situations. However, if you find you’ll be facing a panel of interviewers, rather than just one, your stress level might rise a few notches. It’s only natural, after all. Whether you’re currently employed, or unemployed, there’s a lot on the line and you want to make the best… Read more »
49 million. That’s the approximate number of Americans with disabilities, according to government statistics. As a result, the chances are pretty high that at some point, a person with a disability will apply for a job at your company. The Americans With Disabilities Act currently protects those job applicants who are disabled, but who still… Read more »