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It goes without saying that the pandemic has changed the scope of traditional employment as we knew it. In some ways, the pandemic has brought many changes that are beneficial to employees and job seekers. For example, many job seekers are not bound by geographical constraints due to the increasing flexibility of remote work. Are… Read more »
There were many challenges brought on by 2020. Unemployment skyrocketed, many businesses were forced to close their doors forever and the unemployment rate climbed higher than it had been in years. Fortunately, many of our clients remained open and continued hiring in leaps and bounds due to an increased demand in their supply chain. A… Read more »
Receiving a permanent offer for employment weighs heavily on many temporary employee’s minds. While the decision is largely influenced as to whether the company has money in the budget and a long-term need for another permanent employee, there are several things you can do to help increase your chances of becoming a permanent employee while… Read more »
If you’re looking for a new job, the list of things you need to prepare to nail your next interview can seem lengthy. Between sprucing up your rĂ©sumĂ©, to choosing the right wardrobe, it can be overwhelming, but that’s where we come in! Have you ever considered that you already have one of the most… Read more »
The Pandemic has forced many employers to figure things out on the fly with very little ramp up time or planning. Each day brings new challenges and obstacles, but we all continue to grow and learn the best we can. It has become increasingly difficult to find employees during this time. Many people have picked… Read more »
The Pandemic has affected every single person in the workforce, including those new graduates who were just about to step into the playing field last May. Some of you may have found gig work to help pay the bills, and some of you may have decided to wait out your job search until the pandemic… Read more »
As we all know, the Pandemic spike is in full effect, as experts had predicted months ago. It is more important than ever to take care of your physical AND mental health. Most of us have all become experts at sanitizing and washing our hands, wearing a mask, staying socially distant, and avoiding large gatherings…. Read more »
Let’s talk about contract-to-hire positions. They have been quite popular for some time now, especially the last decade since the recession. Contract-to-hire jobs allow you to begin an assignment as a contracted employee for a given amount of time, with the possibility of receiving an offer for permanent employment. Some people hear “contract job” and… Read more »
Your resume is the beginning of your job search and it reflects you and your career path. Recruiters and hiring managers view your resume as your professional story. From reading your resume, we can learn about how you grew your career, expanded your skills, and gained new experience. Most people find the task of creating… Read more »
Well, summer is officially almost over. As we move towards Fall, we can’t help but feel thankful that some people have been called back to work who were laid-off or furloughed, that companies are in a rush to hire new employees, and that everyone we have worked with has continued to cooperate with COVID-19 requirements…. Read more »
If you are a parent, you know firsthand how difficult the childcare and schooling situation has been the last few months. It is incredibly difficult to play the roles of an employee, parent, and teacher. Childcare was difficult even before the pandemic. Will I get the kids to the bus on time? Who will pick… Read more »
What should we all do as we plan on moving forward with business during Covid-19? This is such a hard question to answer as we try to balance our responsibilities and goals against the risks we still face during the pandemic. As a business, there are a few things we can do to prepare ourselves… Read more »
It is no secret that we are currently out of our “norm” when it comes to interviewing. Who would have thought that a simple handshake at your interview could be a huge no-no? Times have changed and we are in unchartered territory. But as we know, life must continue. This means that job searches must… Read more »
Living in lock-down the past few months has been terrifying and unprecedented. It is nerve wracking to think we must get “back to normal”. What will our new “normal” even look like? As we all make this journey together, it is important to remember that we, as a community, must keep moving forward and help… Read more »
Did you know the Manufacturing Industry is pretty awesome? The movement towards STEAM based learning is on the rise, and we couldn’t be more excited about it! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. STEAM based learning fosters creativity, critical thinking and problem solving. These skills are beneficial in any type of career… Read more »
It is that time of year. Everyone is sick. Everyone’s kids are sick. Sounds of coughing and sneezing fill your ears from every corner of the office. You are just waiting for the aches and runny nose to commence. Well – let’s try to be optimistic. Maybe you will be one of the “lucky ones”… Read more »
The holiday season, while full of holly and jolly, is typically very hectic and busy. Applying to job postings may be the last thing on your mind. This could be a big mistake though as many companies are looking to hire for the start of the New Year. The job application and interview process may… Read more »
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to express gratitude and thanks to those whom we love and appreciate. In any type of business, it is so important to show how thankful you are for your employee’s hard work and team mentality – because without them, you wouldn’t be in business! Are you looking for some special… Read more »
The end of the year is approaching and as you reflect on the past few months, you may realize that your workload has significantly increased and you’ve taken on a lot more responsibility. Is it time to ask your boss for a raise? The thought of asking for a raise can be absolutely terrifying. Consider… Read more »
We keep hearing a lot about company culture and how important it is. What exactly is company culture and how do you find out more information about it? Company culture is the personality of the organization. It is important to make yourself aware of a company’s culture before accepting a job offer there. Quite often,… Read more »
Interviews. It is the best predictor in hiring your next best employee. Or is it? Recently, employers are realizing that there are quite a few flaws with the interview process. From over prepping and cheat sheets to blatantly lying about previous work responsibilities, employers are faced with many challenges in identifying a candidate’s true potential…. Read more »
Have you ever heard the saying, “All that glitters isn’t gold.”? Apparently, that is also the case with remote or hybrid work schedules. There has been so much hype about fully remote work since the Pandemic. Reports are now being released that employees, especially those with children, feel more isolated than ever before. It seems… Read more »
Believe it or not, companies are still battling for top job candidates. Competition for top talent soared exponentially during the Pandemic and has not slowed down. For the most part, job seekers received multiple, competitive offers which gave them a wonderful opportunity to choose where they wanted to work. The pendulum has swung slightly, and… Read more »
With job scams on the rise, it is more important than ever to proceed with caution throughout your job search. There have been numerous reports of fraudulent postings, fake Recruiters, and illegitimate companies who are pretending to hire. This is especially common in job postings for remote/work-from-home positions. It can feel impossible to navigate through… Read more »
If you are a job seeker or employer, you may have thought about utilizing a staffing agency for help finding a job or finding employees. Staffing agencies have been around for decades and each one is different. Some agencies specialize in certain industries or types of jobs while other agencies do a little bit of… Read more »
You may have heard the new term “Quiet Hiring” creeping around lately, and it comes as no surprise after all the talk we have heard about Quiet Quitting the past two years. As a reminder, Quiet Quitting is when an employee does the absolute bare minimum to get by, with complete lack of excitement and… Read more »
As we approach the end of the year, we can reflect on what we learned throughout the course of 2022. It has been refreshing to see many aspects of life get back to “normal”! Many things have changed – maybe forever – but we have accepted our new normal ways of life and made changes… Read more »
Have you ever wondered what it is like to work for a Staffing Agency? There is a lot of confusion out there as to what really goes on when you register with a temp or recruiting agency. McCallion Staffing specializes in Administrative & Professional Staffing as well as Light Industrial Staffing. We make every effort… Read more »
Let’s be honest – starting a new job is scary. It is even scarier after stepping away from the workforce to stay home with your children or avoid working throughout the pandemic. You may want to take a step back – or make a total change – in your career. Maybe you always wanted to… Read more »
Spring has sprung, and Employers continue to look for qualified employees to join their team. Unfortunately, a historic number of people quit their jobs in March – 4.5 million people! Quits continue to hit record highs as employees search for more convenient working accommodations and higher wages. This situation is beyond stressful for Employers across… Read more »
It has been two years since the beginning of the Pandemic. Over the past two years, many people lost their jobs or had to make a very tough decision to leave their job. Now that things are slowly creeping back to “normal”, you may find yourself asking questions such as: Is it safe to re-enter… Read more »
