Blog Diversified Staffing Blog Search Search for: Categories Benefits Business Client Events Giving Back Health and Safety Human Resources Payroll Personal Advice Uncategorised Stay Up To Date Tips to Increase Your Chances of Finding that Next Position Posted on October 29, 2015 Personal Advice In times of economic slowdown, sometimes it is not enough to just send out numerous resumes, there are other things you can do to aid you in your search. Here are a few tips. Apply to a staffing agency (ideally Diversified Staffing). It’s ok to apply to a few agencies… The 4th Quarter… Posted on September 30, 2015 Personal Advice For each of us the term “4th Quarter” may conjure up a different idea. For those in the business world, it’s the last 3 months of a fiscal year. A time to re-examine the goals for the year and strategize how to reach them. In Football, it’s the last quarter… Think about your Resume Posted on September 18, 2015 Uncategorised The first impression that employers most often have of candidates is from their resume. It is important to stand out from the stacks of applications, with a resume that really sells your skills and accomplishments. Does this deserve more than a cut and paste of new job details into a… Setting Measurable Goals for Success Posted on August 13, 2015 Personal Advice Measurable goals are important for people to have. A measurable goal should be a simple and attainable objective in one’s day. For example, if you work in a warehouse, a measurable goal may be to palletize the entirety of Monday’s order. Or if you work in an office, it could… Social Media Etiquette Posted on July 24, 2015 Personal Advice Imagine for a moment that you are a CEO, Manager, Recruiter etc. currently searching for the next great addition to your team. Finally after weeks of resume reviews, interviews and second interviews, you’ve narrowed your shortlist down to three and are now tasked with making the final decision on who… Three Steps for Getting to the Interview Stage Posted on July 6, 2015 Personal Advice With Alberta’s economy as volatile as it is, it is more important than ever to maximize your chances of getting to the interview stage when applying for a job. These three tips will help you stand out- in a good way, and avoid getting lost in the crowd. Ensure your… Spring/Summer Office Attire Posted on June 12, 2015 Personal Advice As warm weather approaches it is important to make sure we are still in suitable office attire. Generally if you can see up it, down it or through it; it is not appropriate. Remember that you are dressing for business and not for a night out on the town. “Dress… Beef, Beans and Beer Stampede Party Posted on June 9, 2015 Client Events To show our appreciation for your continued patronage, we’ve sent out invitations to our clients to join us in our annual Beef, Beans & Beer Stampede Party on July 7th from 4pm to 8pm. Please RSVP by June 30th, and bring your invitation along to get past the gate. See you… if the shoe fits Posted on June 5, 2015 Personal Advice Imagine for a moment that you work as a sales consultant in a shoe store. A tired looking man enters, dragging his beat up shoes as he shuffles in. The soles are worn, the once fine leather on the arch is dry and cracked. It’s a tough economy so you… How Casual is too Casual on Friday? Posted on May 15, 2015 Personal Advice How casual is too casual at the office? If your office has a casual Friday option it is best not to take it too far, especially if you work in a corporate office. For women, a clean fitted dark wash jean paired with flats, boots, or heels and a dressier… prev 1 … 13 14 15 16 17 … 22 next
