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You’ve been searching for a new job for some time now, and you’ve finally found something that matches your skillset at a company with an excellent reputation. What can you do to help ensure you get called for an interview? No one has to remind you that applying to jobs can be a frustrating and… Read more
My CORE Story by Lisa Wright “Several years ago, I found myself searching for a new career – a fresh beginning. I felt like I could have more of an impact in my professional life and be happier all the while. I applied to many different job opportunities, filling out what seemed like endless applications… Read more
It’s no secret that finding talented workers is a challenge in today’s job market, but holding on to the skilled people you already employ can be even harder. Unless you are willing to invest in their continual development, your employees may move on, leaving you with the unenviable task of finding a replacement. Unfortunately, when… Read more
If you’ve been looking for work, you may have noticed a few openings for machine operators on The Resource’s website. The term “Machine Operator” can cover a lot of industries, so the responsibilities of the position will vary. Some of these jobs are entry-level openings with training provided by the employer. Others will require prior… Read more
The Importance of Being Humble Leader Author: Leslie Speas, VP of Culture & Consulting “Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it is thinking of yourself less.” C.S. Lewis When we think of great qualities of leaders, we often think of traits like charisma, bravado and vision. We don’t necessarily think about humility being on… Read more
Interviewing candidates is critical to the hiring process. If you’re like most employers, you won’t be interviewing anyone who doesn’t have the core skills needed to do the job. However, beyond those technical skills, some traits will distinguish the winners from the pool of candidates. If you can identify these qualities, you could end up… Read more
You just left the job interview, pleased with the way it went. Now you breathe a sigh of relief. Your work is done, and it’s just a matter of sitting back and waiting for the results. Actually, you’re not quite finished. As a matter of fact, what you must do next—compose a thank-you note—can be… Read more
Safety is a primary issue for anyone working in manufacturing and warehouse jobs. Falling debris, wet floors, flying metal chips, chemicals, sharp objects, and loud noises are just a few of the hazards that light industrial workers face each day. Many workplace injuries are the result of inadequate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) that… Read more
Written by: Leslie Speas, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CSP – VP of Culture & Consulting Great managers are critical to the success of any organization. Companies can’t achieve their goals without employees who are loyal and engaged, and the manager is the critical touch point. Consider these statistics: • A mind-boggling 70% of an employee’s motivation is… Read more
Most managers will readily acknowledge that communication is one of the essential traits of a good leader. But sometimes they forget there are several elements to communication, and the listening component often falls by the wayside. Time after time, surveys of employees have shown that when their leaders don’t give serious consideration to their ideas,… Read more
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