Ever wonder why safety in the workplace has to be created and maintained? At times, it may seem like the costs in terms of time, equipment, education, and maintenance activities might outweigh the benefits. Believe us; they don’t. Here are four ways that a safe workplace adds value to an organization. Improving Morale The fact is, no employee wants to feel… Read More »
Roughly 33% of Americans don’t get enough sleep every night. Are you one of them, sleeping less than 7 to 8 hours? While there are people who can thrive on fewer hours, most of us regularly need that much. We also need to sleep well when we do sleep, and not fitfully wake up. Sleep deprivation can negatively… Read More »
Do you ever feel like you’re coasting on the job? You lack enthusiasm; you’re not particularly engaged in your work; you phone it in and do the bare minimum. Well, that can be a sign that you’re burned out on the job. Burnout takes many forms. It can feel like overwork, but it can also feel like boredom.… Read More »
It’s an old conundrum: how do you get a job when jobs require experience, and you don’t have any experience because you can’t get a job…because they need experience. Nearly everyone with a career has been frustrated by that scenario at some point in their lives. But the near-universality of that frustration is the silver lining. All… Read More »
In today’s world, the ability to speak two or more languages is increasingly an asset in the business world. It can be an enhancement to landing a job, being promoted, and being paid more. Here’s how being bilingual helps you in the job search. It’s an advantage in landing a job. Be sure to… Read More »
A good, structured onboarding process is a proven method of making sure employees are introduced to a firm in a way that can maximize their productivity. But sometimes, the onboarding process can be overwhelming. This can happen if the process contains too much information – everything from their initial computer password to personnel forms to… Read More »
If you’re looking for a manufacturing job, you might not be thinking specifically about your computer skills. But in fact, there are necessary computer skills important to manufacturing employers. You should know them and highlight them on your resume. Here are the necessary computer skills you should have to get a job in manufacturing. How to… Read More »
Interviews are crucial steps in the hiring process. A good interview can land you the job. But a bad one can ensure that the company won’t turn to you. What’s a bad interview? Unfortunately, there are several different ways that an interview can go south. You can be late or seem uninterested, or give answers to interview… Read More »
Since the needs of each job opening are unique, it always pays to be ready for some surprising interview questions. There are, however, a few standard categories of questions that are guaranteed to be covered in any interview. Here are some of the top questions to expect when interviewing for a job in manufacturing (and… Read More »
Most people are initially drawn to temporary and contract work because they value their flexibility or because they have some short-term financial needs. What happens, however, when your needs change or you find a job you truly enjoy? Just because you took a temporary position doesn’t mean you should resign yourself to moving on. In… Read More »