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Finding Talent in PA is Hard – Why?
The U.S is currently at a 3.6% unemployment rate, but why does the labor market still feel tight, and what can your team do to weather the storm?
Finding talent in Pennsylvania is still harder than ever. In the U.S. we currently have a national unemployment rate of 3.6%. However, when we take a look at PA we are still on the slower end of recovery. PA currently sits at a 4.8% unemployment rate, which is the same as it was in January of 2020. But why is the talent pool so different from what it was at that time?
How to Fill Employment Gaps on Your Resume
If you’re like most people, you probably have at least one gap in your resume. Maybe you’ve been out of work for a while and are trying to find a new job. Trying to find a new job when you haven’t been in the workforce for a while can be challenging. The good news is that there are ways to fill in those gaps on your resume. By following these tips, you can fill in the employment gaps on your resume in a way that is positive and will appeal to potential employers.
How Many Jobs Should I List on My Resume?
Writing a resume can be a daunting task. It’s more like “creating” a resume than writing. You need to not only strive for an attractive, easily understood list of credentials and experience but you also need to make sure pertinent skills and keywords are included.
So how many jobs should job seekers list on their resumes? Choose the top 5 jobs with the work history and skill requirements most pertinent to your potential employment role. Ideally, these top 5 jobs are within a 15-or-less bracket of time.
How to Prepare for Your First Day at a New Job
Even after completing the interview and landing the job, preparing for the first day in a new work environment can still be stressful for new employees. A good first day sets the tone for the way you interact with your coworkers, your attitude toward your career, and your overall experience.
At the JFC Staffing Companies, we’re in the business of connecting outstanding employees with their best-matched companies in the area. Part of this process involves helping our customers make a good first impression as a valuable new team member.
Here are five tips to help your first day of work go as smoothly as possible.
5 Things to Look for in a Recruitment Partnership
There are now more open jobs in the US than ever before. Let that sink in. COVID has changed the landscape of hiring. It has created a labor shortage and a candidate-driven market.
The ability to attract and hire talent has increasing challenges. The typical hiring pipelines of job boards and internal referrals are drying up. Competition for the select few candidates who are open to making a change is fierce against companies across the country.
7 Tips to Make Your Resume Stand Out!
It’s 2021. Life is slowly becoming what we remember it to be, and you are ready to start your job search. Getting back into the job market can be extremely stressful. Maybe it’s been 10 years since you last created a resume or you’re just tired of not being selected by the hiring manager. By putting these tips into play and partnering with a specialized recruiter, you will put your best foot forward to land your dream job.
You Can Build Your Own Ladder
When you are working for the right company, so much about where your career can go depends on what you want to put into it. Do you want to build your own ladder? You can!
One team member in JFC Workforce recently stepped forward to say “Yes I want to do more; and yes, I want to be part of the process!”. I had the pleasure of working with several JFCrs to create this new position and to structure it the way they felt it should be; not just a view from senior leadership. I believe it’s important for all interested team members to be included in these discussions when they come forward expressing their interests. This is one of many perks of working for a family-owned business like JFC – we don’t have red tape here. When we have a new idea to explore, we get started and are given the creative freedom to make changes that will benefit the overall JFC business and team!
I am excited to share one person’s journey, and this new career opportunity that is now created for many!
Meet Brett Ford. Last month Brett held the role of Senior Recruiter, and now I am proud to announce that he holds the new title in JFC Workforce of Business Support Manager.
Having been an integral part of creating this new position, Brett is excited to see his own leadership career interests being supported in this new role, while still getting to live out his customer commitment of serving his customers and candidates while making great job connections.
In Brett’s own words he was quick to express his happiness, “To me, this new role means that JFC is extremely progressive in their professional development of their employees. They hear what their employees are looking for in future roles and are always willing to get creative with how to achieve those goals!I see this benefiting a lot of other JFCrs in the future because of how the role is laid out.”
Brett went on to say “This Business Support Manager role is extra special to me because of the fact that I was included in the process of creating a new position that prior to today, has not existed in JFC Workforce.I am excited to be able to work with the leadership team to continue to grow and develop as a leader at JFC.”
Lindsay Hoke, Director of Recruitment with JFC Workforce was also a critical player in the creation of this new position, as she shares the same passion for moving forward. “JFC has provided me with tremendous learning and opportunities for growth during my tenure with the company. It is my pleasure to be able to pass that along to my team members as well. Having Brett Ford be the first employee to have earned the title of Business Support Manager has been so rewarding for the both of us. I have had the pleasure to witness first-hand the hard work and dedication that Brett has put into his role every day for our internal and external customers alike.”
At JFC, it’s simple. We invest the time and energy into our talent to make them great. We value their ideas and want them to be excited about their long-term career opportunities with us. We’ve learned that people want their work culture to feature continuous learning and recognition for hard work that produces results.
We’re here to help you search for your dream career. Whether it’s placing you in your field of expertise, providing you with insight on your search, or bringing you into the amazing internal culture at JFC, we’re dedicated to helping you. We’re hiring – let’s talk!
How To Turn Down A Job Offer But Keep The Door Open
You set yourself apart from other candidates, nailed the job interview, and now the company is offering you the job.
But… it’s just not the location you wanted, or maybe the timing is off, or the opening isn’t quite the perfect fit. But it’s a great company. Now you’re wondering, “How do I turn down a job offer but keep the door open?”
Should I Interview For A Job I Don’t Want? (No, Do This Instead…)
It can be tempting to accept any offer for an interview, especially if you’re in urgent need of a new job. Maybe you’ve found yourself in a situation where interview opportunities are rare and you’ve finally been given a chance to go to an interview, but you’re not sure you want the job. If that sounds like you, you’re probably wondering, “Should I interview for a job I don’t want?” Based on our 46+ years of experience helping people find jobs that are a good fit, here’s what we recommend.
Companies throughout Central PA are working hard to maximize the spirit of the Paycheck Protection Program to keep America working.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about more change in three months of 2020 than we have seen in prior decades combined.
Some of that change has been terrifying. Some has been unsettling. However, one change helping many businesses throughout Central PA is the passing of the Paycheck Protection Program under the CARES Act.
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