Each year, retailers hire thousands of temporary workers to assist the holiday rush. As shops become overrun with patrons, seasonal employees traditionally assist in the storefront jobs of stocking and sales as well as the backroom task of inventory. This year, however, many will move even further behind the scene. As online shopping continues to grab a…

According to a recent article by The Associated Press, more employers are acknowledging the unique contributions older people can make to the workforce. While of course it is illegal to explicitly solicit only older people in a job posting, it is becoming more common to give serious consideration to the resumes of applicants with more experience in work…

New research from Accountemps, a Robert Half firm, found companies are increasing benefits and salaries to attract top talent. They are also testing other strategies, such as recruiting remote workers and paying relocation costs, to find the best candidates possible."Competition for highly skilled workers remains intense in many specialties," said Max Messmer, chairman of Accountemps.…

New research by the Integrated Benefits Institute found employees who work at companies that prioritize the health of their staff are more productive. From concentration to diligence, workers at firms with a strong health culture consistently outperformed those at organizations without one. Researchers determined the differences between the two groups were statistically significant. The survey of…

Recruiters and hiring managers can be as prone to mistakes as anyone else. The need to fill an important position left vacant can motivate them to place a new employee with as much speed as possible. However, hiring too quickly without taking appropriate steps can carry many consequences. For instance, there is the possibility of…

According to a new report from Bullhorn, a staffing software provider, the majority of successful candidates for a position are submitted within 24 hours of a job posting. The study researched 1,000 successful job placements over the past two months, of which 95 percent were for contract workers. Researchers found 57 percent of candidates who…

Unemployment and underemployment are still very high in comparison to pre-recession levels, according to Staffing Industry Analysts. This has implications for the staffing industry. An unusually broad pool of applicants for every position may mean it is possible for recruiters and hiring managers to source outstanding talent every time after working to sort through all…

Nonprofits and other organizations are in a rush to hire specialists who can help guide patients through the intricacies of the Affordable Care Act, according to The Associated Press. These temporary workers will need to be well-versed in the ins and outs of the new law, particularly as it relates to consumers of health care.…

Temporary workers are often hired to fill permanent positions at organizations where they are placed. This is partially due to some employers feeling a period of observation without commitment can give them a better idea of an employee's capacities than any interview or test that takes place before hiring. It is also sometimes the case…

The tax credit available for hiring military veterans, reservists or members of the National Guard expires at the end of 2013. Though it may be renewed, that is not certain. Staffing firms that are the employer of record for contractors or temporary employees may wish to add more veterans to their workforce in light of the…