An increasing number of employers are performing background checks on potential candidates. Now, criminal records and background checks are not only readily accessible but also inexpensively obtained. Various federal and state laws even prohibit employers from hiring candidates with criminal records in certain industries. With these regulations in place, it may seem nearly impossible for… Read more »

Do you get nervous before interviewing?  We’ve all been there, and it is nerve wracking.  You want to show your potential new employer everything that your resume doesn’t say about you. 

“Trust, but verify.” —Ronald Reagan  Pre-Employment Screenings. What you don’t know can hurt you. A 2010 study conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management indicated that 50% of all resumes and applications contain false information. Because it is nearly impossible to differentiate valid information from false information simply from an applicant’s resume, background screenings are… Read more »

Companies set hiring goals to be more productive, more profitable and to better compete with similar organizations. Many managers have learned the hard way that when a company falls short of hiring goals, it can stifle growth, pummel profits and interfere with the ability to give premium customer service.

Your resume is a critical piece in your job search. It gives a potential employer a glimpse into who you are, your experience, and what you can offer to their company. Getting your resume right is crucial for making this introduction as good as possible.

McCallion Staffing launched it’s new website last Friday, May 22nd. We are excited to reveal the new job board that job-seekers can utilize to save searches, apply to the newest openings and receive automatic e-mails notifying them when new jobs have been posted that fit their criteria.  Temporary employees of McCallion Staffing can also find… Read more »

The job outlook is forecasted to change tremendously in the coming year, and in ways most would not expect. Temporary employment is on the rise.

With budgets growing tighter and project deadlines approaching faster, a cohesive, capable workforce could make all the difference in improving your bottom line.

Seasoned interviewers know the importance of carefully selecting word choice when both responding to and asking questions during an interview. But what about the importance of what you are not saying?