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Score an Exciting Event Work Job
Posted on 08/14 by Erin Helms
Consider working as event staff if you want to make extra cash without committing to a part-time job. You can enjoy fun activities and see how events are run, all while working flexible hours that fit your schedule. Why become an event staffer?
Posted in Job Seekers
Tagged #DaytonJobs #EventGigs #TempWork
Professional Reference Guide For job Seekers
Posted on 01/11 by Erin Helms
You need to have so many things prepared when applying for a new job or looking to change your career. You need to make sure your resume is up-to-date, listing all your pertinent job experience and training, in addition to any certifications you’ve earned. Some employers also might ask for a list of references as part of the application process. It takes employers a lot of time to find a new staff member, from reviewing resumes and applications to scheduling and conducting interviews and checking references is a good, easy way for them to reach out and validate whether someone is as strong a candidate as they seem. But what makes a good reference? Who should you ask? What will they need to know? LaborMax is here to help demystify professional references.
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Tagged #BellinghamTempjobs #AllentownJobsHiring #TempWorkNewport #DayLaborJobs
Transferable Skills for Light Industrial/General Labor Workers
Posted on 06/07 by Erin Helms
Regardless of the industry, you can transfer transferable skills from one job to another. These skills are helpful in many positions and industries. When you develop transferable skills, you can apply them in any workplace. Here are some transferable skills for light industrial/general labor workers.
Posted in Job Search Tips and Tricks
Tagged #TransferableSkills #DayLaborNearMe #TempWorkDallas
Your New Job Isn't What You Expected. Now What?
Posted on 12/15 by Erin Helms
The new job is not what you thought. You might have done all the right things before accepting the position, but it is just not working. Don’t let it get to you. There are options for handling this crisis. You can do a few things if the new job isn’t working.
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Tagged #NewJob #DayLaborNearMe #TempWork
Getting Ready to Get Back to Work After a Gap
Posted on 10/27 by Erin Helms
Workers are returning to the office. For some, this is exciting. For others, it is a nightmare. Many people dread returning to work after a gap. For them, the end of an absence is the Sunday scaries on steroids. Is this your current predicament? Are you trying to prepare yourself to return to work after a gap? Here is how to get yourself ready.
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How to Stand Out as a Seasonal Worker: Tips for Success
Congratulations, you’ve made the smart decision to take a temporary seasonal job! Your bank account will thank you for the extra deposits from now through the end of the year, or whenever the job ends. But if you’re between full-time jobs, or if you’re thinking about changing careers, a temporary job, even if it’s a seasonal one, can be the starting point of a brand new career. You’re giving yourself the opportunity to meet people who might be able to help you advance your career in the future or, if you’re fortunate enough, you might be making an excellent case for your temporary manager to want to hire you full-time at the end of the season. It’s in your best interest to make a great impression during your seasonal job and stand out from people who are just there for the extra cash. Here’s how to stand out as a seasonal employee and set yourself up for success in the future.
Read more >>Vehicle and Equipment Safety for Colder Seasons
We’re so close to needing to put away all of our summer gear in exchange for the boots, gloves, hats and heavy coats required for working in the cold and snow of winter. Whether winter for you means temperatures dropping below 40 degrees or facing the potential of blizzards and ice storms, it’s important to keep safety top of mind as the seasons change — especially when heavy equipment is involved, or if you might need to drive on icy roads. Here are a few important safety tips to keep in mind for the cold months ahead.
Read more >>What Your Employees Want From Your Company
Stand out as a desirable company to work for, and retain your best talent, by understanding what your employees really want. It’s a common refrain from managers and HR offices in the past few years -- “Nobody wants to work anymore!” For what it’s worth, that’s a complaint that has been voiced for more than 100 years; everything old is new again. The truth is that people don’t want to work for less than what they’re worth; they don’t want to be told to be grateful just for having a job that pays them and they don’t want to feel like they have to sacrifice their personal lives and time for a job that doesn’t appreciate them. As a manager, you might be on the defensive already and that’s understandable. But take a moment and consider what your employees actually want from your company before skipping on to your next piece of reading material. Here’s what employees want:
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