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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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Make the Most of Your Idle Time on the Job
Posted on 07/27 by Erin Helms
Idle time at work is having free time and not doing anything productive. It is common in every business and industry. Consider how you spend your idle time waiting in line, in traffic jams and between work tasks. You might think you have no time for complex tasks, but there are many things you can do during your idle time to keep you productive. Try these the next time you have some downtime.
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Recruiting in Hospitality, Tips to Attract and Hire Top Talent
Posted on 04/20 by Erin Helms
The hospitality industry is competitive. Recruiting during a tight job market makes things even more challenging. Finding and keeping top talent in the hospitality industry is getting more difficult. However, you use strategies to recruit the best in the industry successfully. Go after candidates who want a nontraditional schedule, highlight your work culture and the fabulous perks of the hospitality industry, or consider a referral program or changing your compensation model. You can successfully recruit top talent for the hospitality industry.
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Protecting Your Hands, You Need Them to Collect Your Paycheck
Posted on 03/23 by Erin Helms
There are many hazards for a worker using hand or power tools. There are falling, flying, and abrasive objects. Harmful dust, fumes, mists, vapors, and gases are additional hazards, and one must use appropriate personal protective equipment when working. Hand safety is crucial. Your hands are constantly in use when you work, and you must take care to protect your hands. Here are tips for Keeping your hands protected when using hand and power tools so you can collect your paycheck with them!
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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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How to Move Into a Leadership Position at Work (Manufacturing/Production)
Posted on 09/29 by Erin Helms
If you have production and manufacturing floor experience, you might consider moving into a management position. If you are interested, it is helpful to know what your advancement options are and what skills you will need. What separates a production line worker from a management-level employee? What are the skills you need to move into manufacturing and production management? These are the questions to ask yourself. The production/manufacturing industry is steady, with plenty of opportunities for advancing a manufacturing career. Here is how you can prepare for a leadership position in the manufacturing and production industry.
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