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Managing Different Personalities in the Office
One of the hardest parts of being a manager is learning how to manage the different personality types and work styles of your employees. This is especially true when you’re managing employees from the Baby Boomer, Gen X, and Millennial generations. Some employees need constant direction and feedback while others hate being micromanaged. As a Read more »
RealStreet Staffing to Sponsor An American Story with Tom Brokaw
BALTIMORE (Feb. 10, 2014) –RealStreet Staffing – a leading employment and recruiting firm for architecture, engineering and construction professionals – is partnering with Clear Channel Media and Entertainment to present the radio series, ‘An American Story’ with veteran television news journalist and author Tom Brokaw. The show will launch February 10, 2014, broadcasting three times Read more »
If 2013 was Great…Make 2014 Better
It’s hard to believe we’ve already flown through January and are almost a full week into February. Just a few weeks ago we were discussing making resolutions and setting new business objectives for 2014. Now that a month has gone by, it’s time to assess how those goals are playing out so far. Here are Read more »
Ways to Ensure a Successful First Day at a New Job
Congratulations! After many hours spent perfecting your resume and cover letter, submitting job applications, and surviving strenuous interview sessions; you’ve landed the job you wanted. The new gig starts next week, and you can’t wait. However, the nerves are starting to set in and you want to make sure you don’t get thrown back on Read more »
Use the New Year to Revamp Your Job Search
Whether you’ve been on the hunt for a while or are recently entering the job market, an extended job search can leave you discouraged and emotionally drained. However, a new year brings new hope and fresh start. Statistics show that many companies plan their hiring efforts in the first quarter of the year, so now Read more »
Wrap up 2013 & Look to the Future!
Congratulations! You made it through another year! As you take a look back on 2013, review your annual goals. Did you achieve all your business objectives? If not, use these key steps to refocus your efforts and ensure that 2014 is a success. Celebrate Past Successes. Look back at 2013, and acknowledge your accomplishments. Congratulate Read more »
The Pros and Cons of Relocating for a Job
A competitive job market, changing industries, and a shortage of job opportunities have made the pressure to find secure, well-paying jobs even more extreme. Relocating to a new city may be a possible option to jump-start your career or refocus professional aspirations. However, before you start packing your bags, you need to consider whether relocating Read more »
Tips on How to Ask “Did I Get the Job?”
Your resume made the cut, you made it through the phone screen, and you had an excellent interview for the most perfect job position. After the interview, you sent out your Thank You e-mails to all the right people and let them know how interested you are in the position. Now, for the past week, Read more »
Common Mistakes when Hiring in a Hurry
When you’re in a time crunch to staff up for new business or fill a position vacancy, it can be tempting to hire the first person that applies. However, few decisions are more crucial to the success of your business than choosing the right employees to bring on board. Making a bad hire can end Read more »
Is Your Phone Interview Giving You a Chance?
Because they’re generally brief, phone interviews save companies time and serve as a realistic screening alternative for out-of-town candidates. Today, many companies have an initial phone screening before deciding which applicants to bring in for an in-person meeting. The first time talking with a hiring manager can lead to increased nerves and anxiety. This may Read more »