The Benefits of Employees Using Their Paid Time Off!
While Paid Time Off (PTO) is part of a company’s compensation package, not all employees take full advantage of the benefit. In fact, a 2019 study by the U.S. Travel Association found that 768 million days went unused, 236 million of which were forfeited completely! Without thinking it through, you might think that’s great, my employees are working hard Read more »
Mid-Year Check-In: Are You On Track to Attain Your Yearly Goals?
While it might seem like yesterday when you sat down and strategized for the year to come, we are already halfway through the year! Do you know whether you and your team are on track? Use this mid-point as an opportunity to review your team’s progress. Four Steps to Conduct a Mid-Year Checkpoint Audit Avoid falling short Read more »
Keep Your Projects on Track this Summer with Employee Leasing!
In the architecture, engineering and construction industry, the changing seasons lead to fluctuating workforce needs. While the summer season typically brings an influx in building activities, it is also a time that employees enjoy taking time off to enjoy the warmer weather. This workforce challenge occurs every year, and it could easily be avoided with Read more »
Three Reasons to Use Past Coworkers as References When Applying to Jobs
When compiling a list of references to share with prospective employers, the first instinct is to provide contact information of previous managers or mentors. Supervisors are the most commonly presented references, since they can provide valuable insight into your work ethic and professional development. However, references from your past coworkers can increase confidence in your Read more »
Exhibiting Confidence in Job Interviews
When you are trying to land a new architecture, engineering or construction position, appearing confident during the interview is important. When you seem self-assured, the hiring manager will have more confidence in your capabilities. In contrast, if your responses are tinged with doubt or if you come off as anxious, the hiring manager may question Read more »
Are You Making a Positive First Impression When Meeting Hiring Managers?
It can be tough to bounce back from a poor first impression, regardless of the situation. However, when interviewing for a new job, the impact could directly impact your chances to move forward in the process. After all, competition for good jobs is fierce, and hiring managers use interviews to narrow their options down to Read more »
5 Traits to Look for When Hiring Your Next Employee
When growing your team, pay attention to the character of those you interview. Candidates are more than their resume. Sure, you want someone with the necessary skills and experience to excel in the position, but they also need to have the right personality. The people who power your company have the ability to make or Read more »
REDUCE END-OF-YEAR WORKFORCE WOES WITH EMPLOYEE LEASING!
Seasonal fluctuations are common in the architecture, engineering and construction industry, and the changing workflow alters workforce needs of the companies within those sectors. With the end of the year rapidly approaching, employees often take time off to enjoy the holidays and businesses struggle to meet tight deadlines. It’s a challenge that occurs every year, Read more »
RealStreet Promotes Paige Gargiulo to Role of Senior Recruiter!
Paige Gargiulo joined RealStreet as a Recruiting Coordinator, during which time she supported the recruiting team in its efforts to ensure a positive and efficient recruiting experience for potential candidates. She excelled in the role and was honored as RealStreet’s 2017 Recruiting Coordinator of the Year. She was promoted to the role of Recruiter the Read more »
How Can You Better Funnel Your Stress into Productivity to Become More Focused on the Task at Hand?
There is no shortage of research on how to reduce or eliminate stress, but that’s not always the best strategy. Instead, leverage that stress in a positive way to accomplish more. A UC Berkeley study found that “Some amounts of stress are good to push you just to the level of optimal alertness, behavioral and Read more »