Job Insights for the Second Quarter of 2018
To provide accurate and timely employment forecasts for business leaders, Express Employment Professionals International Headquarters conducts an ongoing Job Insights survey to track quarterly hiring trends across a wide range of industries. Express surveyed business owners, decision makers, and human resource professionals about the overall hiring trends in their markets and how they impact their […]
On the Job with Radio Host Enrique Santos
Enrique Santos loves his job as the popular host of 2 nationally syndicated radio shows. But his path to radio was not a traditional one. Listen to why Enrique devotes his career to remaining open to the opportunities often sitting right in front of him. Jobs give us a connection to our communities and the […]
What’s the Key to a Successful Job Interview?
Express Experts Emphasize Non-Verbal Communication, Personality; Survey Finds 21% of Employers Look for Candidates who “Actively Listen and Ask Questions” The job interview begins the moment a candidate walks in the door, long before the first question is asked-according to David Robb, marketing director in the Grand Rapids, Michigan, Express Employment Professionals office. “One thing I […]
The Results Are In: Most Effective Ways to Deal with Work-Related Stress
In honor of April being National Stress Awareness month in the U.S. and Canada, we asked our readers about the most effective ways they deal with work-related stress. More than 1,800 people participated in the poll and with 14% of the total vote, “set boundaries/leave work at the office” was the top choice, followed closely […]
Express Nonprofit Guide Helps Find Hope Through Employment
Express Employment Professionals was founded on giving hope through jobs that help people provide for their families and giving peace of mind to employers in need of talented workers. However, despite having the necessary skills and qualifications, there are barriers that force otherwise qualified candidates to turn down job offers. Express recently discussed such barriers […]
Overcome Your Presentation Anxiety: 5 Quick Tips
Public speaking skills are always in high demand, and if you’ve been in the business world for any length of time, you’ve likely been called upon to present an end-of-the-year report to the board of directors or share a new marketing initiative with senior leadership. So, it’s important to hone your public speaking skills to […]
Question of the Month: What benefits – Not Including Health – Does Your Company Offer?
In a competitive job market, companies have to be more creative about how they attract and retain top talent. Differentiating your business from the competition through unique benefits and perks not only builds loyalty and engagement among your current workforce, but also helps attract job seekers with the right mix of skills and expertise your […]
Employee Drug Testing: Is It Time for a Change?
New Survey: 65% of Businesses Have Applicants Who Fail Drug Tests; Tight Labor Market Leads Some to Rethink Practices With unemployment falling and the demand for workers rising, employers have had to rethink recruiting and hiring practices to find the talent they need to grow their businesses. As a result, some employers are overhauling their drug testing […]
Job Searching Past Retirement: 3 Quick Tips
You’ve worked for one company for the better part of your career and now you’re back in the market for a new job. Age is only a number, and you know that your experience is valuable. How do you show that to interviewers? Stay Up to Date with New Technologies Employers expect recent grads to […]
Infographic: What Not to Eat Before a Presentation
It’s normal to feel a few butterflies in the stomach before speaking in front of a live audience. In addition to taking a few deep breaths and giving yourself a pep talk in the mirror, what you eat before a big presentation can go a long way toward calming your nerves and preparing you for the big show! Check out […]