Five Questions to Have on Hand at Your Next Networking Event
As you advance in your career, it’s very likely the next step up the corporate ladder won’t come through an online application, but rather through your professional networks. Motivated professionals who actively seek to build relationships within their professional organizations and local business communities put themselves be a step ahead when it comes to competing […]
On the Job Podcast S7:E2: A Mother to the Rescue
The latest episode of the On the Job podcast is now available! The On the Job podcast series shares inspiring stories about the pursuit of work. Jobs give us a connection to our communities and the ability to provide for ourselves and our families—On the Job presents interesting stories about the way people work and […]
Social Media Integral to Recruiting as Most Businesses Use It to Source, Research and Screen Candidates
Social media could be a standard recruiting tool for U.S. companies as a majority of hiring managers report they currently use it to source, research and screen applicants. This is according to a recent survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. Roughly 2 in 5 U.S. hiring managers (41%) feel social media […]
The Power of Inertia
A Motivational Message from Leadership Expert Jim Stovall Whether we’re aware of it or not, we are all subject to a principle known as inertia in our personal and professional lives. Sir Isaac Newton defined inertia by explaining that an object at rest remains at rest, and an object in motion remains in motion at […]
On the Job Podcast Season 7 Launched – Listen to the New Episode!
We’re excited to announce the season seven launch of the On the Job Podcast with a brand-new episode! The On the Job podcast series shares inspiring stories about the pursuit of work. Jobs give us a connection to our communities and the ability to provide for ourselves and our families—On the Job presents interesting stories […]
Express Celebrates 40 Years as a Staffing Industry Leader
From job seekers to client companies, Express helps people thrive and businesses grow. Our international network of franchises offers localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve and have employed more than 10 million people since our inception. This year, Express Employment Professionals is proud to celebrate four decades of successfully connecting great people with […]
CANADA: Graduating Class of 2023 In Demand: Job Prospects for Grads at Highest Level in Years
Even those who haven’t graduated yet are in demand with 2 in 5 employers (38%) planning to hire college and university students this year, up from 36% last year and 33% in 2021. In terms of the positions employers are looking to fill with recent graduates, the most common are entry-level (53%) and mid-level […]
Demand for Recent College Grads in the U.S. Hits Highest Level in Three Years
Fifty-six percent of U.S. hiring managers say they plan to include recent college grads in their 2023 headcount, marking the highest level in three years as companies look for more entry-level talent. This is according to a survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. With companies reporting intentions to hire for entry-level […]
Understanding the Cost-Benefit of Staffing
In North America, there are estimated to be more than 25,000 staffing and recruiting agencies, with nearly 50,000 offices in the U.S. alone. After the ups and downs the workforce experienced the past few years, businesses are looking for solutions for future growth, but with cost-cutting solutions. This is where staffing services excel. (more…)
Ask a Recruiter: Skilled Trades
The need for skilled trades workers remains high across all industries and recruiting for in-demand roles like welders, machinists, equipment operators, and more, is a priority for many businesses. We sat down with a seasoned professional recruiter who specializes in skilled trades positions to learn more about this important segment. Rosa Zermeno of Express Employment […]