Page Personnel

JUNE 4, 2020

How to use part time and temp jobs to build your career Anonymous (not verified) 24/01/2023 Career paths are changing. It used to be that most people looked for that One Job, the one where they would stay for a number of years, the company where they would work their way up the career ladder and retire after a respectable amount of time.

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Success

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Consider looking to contractors, temps or other nontraditional employees to ensure you can optimize the day’s profit potential. Lindzi Shanks, co-founder of XO Marshmallow, a gourmet marshmallow company in Chicago, says to communicate that message behind your brand. “We American Express offers a full package of marketing materials.

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Small Business Labs

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Ardent Partners is an analyst firm focused on corporate procurement and as part of this brief they research and analyze the use of contingent labor (temps, contractors, consultants, etc.) Even more interesting is why companies are expanding their use of contingent labor. by corporations.

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Uber betting that their technology will provide value to workers, the companies that employ them and the staffing agencies that place them.    For businesses, Uber says they can provide a broader pool of potential temp workers and simplify the hiring and payment of these workers.

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On The Job

JULY 8, 2014

And with the increasing temps comes the surest sign of summer: An invitation to the office picnic. Also, if your company culture isn’t supportive of tattoos, wear clothing that will keep them covered. Participate. Even if you’re not a great golfer or softball player, you should participate in activities and be a good sport about it.

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Small Business Labs

JULY 26, 2018

Bloomberg's Inside Google's Shadow Workforce covers the use by Google of what they call TVCs, or “temps, vendors and contractors" According to the article about half of Google's workforce is comprised of TVCs.  And it's not just big companies. 

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Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

A great way to get your foot in the door with a company is to be a temporary assistant. The best part is, there are a ton of temp agencies and anyone can apply. Your agent is supposed to be the go-between should a company want to hire you so they can collect a fee for "discovering" and "delivering" you to said company.

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Success

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Companies would say, ‘Here are the people we have, here are the people we need.… In the decades since, the old model of staying true to one company has continued to erode—and employers’ loyalty to workers has slid correspondingly. In some high-tech fields, companies are widely seen as more generous to workers as well.

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Success

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The company uniquely tailors each tea’s flavor for every astrological sign. The Hidden Sea is a premium wine company making wines that taste great for people who care. The company partners with the ReSea Project so you can sip with purpose: With every bottle of wine sold, 10 plastic bottles are removed from oceanic waterways.

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Recruit CRM

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

However, a chance job in temp recruiting led her to where she is today. From talking about the values she helps inculcate in her company to a few interesting commission structures for recruiters, she bares it all for our listeners. Based in Cape Town, Lindy Sollinger has always wanted to be a psychologist since her university days.

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On The Job

JANUARY 19, 2010

When I was in high school, I was just bored and wanted to keep busy, but it seems that my strategy was one that experts recommend: work hard, look for problems to solve and show how you contribute to the companys success. You’ve got to demonstrate that even as a temp, you’re a great fit for the company.

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Office Dynamics

JUNE 27, 2016

Is your company cost conscious therefore keeping the temp in the office higher than you would like it? Start off by choosing the best clothing for the day ahead of you. Think about your office. Are you near a window where the sun shines in at certain times of the day? How is the circulation in your office?

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All Things Admin

MARCH 26, 2024

Rarely did any company I joined have a comprehensive procedures manual, but every position had a binder or two when I left. This earned me recognition as an administrative leader and a go-to resource for new admins and their executives within those companies. As a result, she felt more confident about covering for me.

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Small Business Labs

JUNE 2, 2015

The GAO includes the following in their definition: Agency temps: (1.3%). Contract company workers (3.0%). I get to this number by adding contract company workers, independent contractors and self-employed from the above list.  On-call workers (people called to work when needed (3.5%). Standard part-time workers (16.2%).

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 27, 2015

  The tagline of the study is "the future of work is here" By this they mean contingent talent - freelancers, consultants, independent contractors, temps etc. - Consequently, companies are engaging more workers on a contingent basis which permits them to easily expand and contract their staffing.

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Small Business Labs

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

As the article points out, there's broad agreement that most of the sharing economy companies - Uber, Airbnb, etc. This is what do we call what continues to be commonly called the  "sharing economy""? have nothing to do with sharing.    We've long felt the term "sharing economy" was a misnomer.

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Job Advice Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2011

During past weak economic times, companies might hire temps, and once the economy gained strength permanent hiring ensued. Today’s weak economy has changed the psychology of hiring. We have not yet seen that pattern, and there are no signs that it’s on its way.

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Job Advice Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2011

During past weak economic times, companies might hire temps, and once the economy gained strength permanent hiring ensued. Today’s weak economy has changed the psychology of hiring. We have not yet seen that pattern, and there are no signs that it’s on its way.

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Small Business Labs

APRIL 24, 2013

The growth of the independent workforce (freelancers, temps, self-employed, etc.) has also led to a growing ecosystem of companies supporting independent workers and the firms that hire them.   Coworking facilities offering office space, community and activities oriented to the needs of independent workers. 

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Small Business Labs

JANUARY 7, 2016

The more sophisticated the company, the more likely legal, HR, and even procurement have weighed in and said ‘The risks are greater than the reward.’ The data overwhelmingly shows the use of non-W2 labor is growing at a much greater pace than overall employment or the growth in temp labor.

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Small Business Labs

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

It's a non-stop attack on Uber, Airbnb and any other company or person who offers contract work or suggests freelance work isn't awful.  Because of this dark side, we need better laws and protections for temps, contract workers and others being unfairly exploited or in need of more economic security. 

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Laughing all the Way to Work

JULY 14, 2012

1) Do try the temp agencies. When on a temp job, work as if you are on probation all the time. 5) Do research about each company you are applying for. Your question could be What opportunities does this company have for growth? Look at being unemployed as a full-time job and what you are trying to do is sell yourself.

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Office Dynamics

APRIL 6, 2017

It began several years ago when I started working for Mr. H as a temp. When I helped Mr. K through his transition to retirement and assisted his replacement, Mr. A into his new role as the leader of the company, I knew I was more than JUST an admin! I’d like to share my journey of discovery with you.

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Gloria just finished a temp assignment and experienced an awful case of sabotaging by a peer admin who is a lot younger than her and has been with the company for a year. Gloria said that she noticed this administrative assistant manages upward and is passive aggressive and well connected in the company where she works.

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Small Business Labs

JULY 5, 2011

  This study will examine the significant and growing independent worker (self-employed, freelancer, contractor, temps, etc.)   They also provide contingent workforce solutions for companies who hire independent consultants and freelancers.  movement in the US.  

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Office Dynamics

OCTOBER 6, 2009

Gloria just finished a temp assignment and experienced an awful case of sabotaging by a peer admin who is a lot younger than her and has been with the company for a year. Gloria said that she noticed this administrative assistant manages upward and is passive aggressive and well connected in the company where she works.

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Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Fast Company's Why Everybody's Going Freelance  explores a key issue why the self-employed tend to be more satisfied with their work than traditional employees - autonomy.  Key quote from the article: Organizational psychologists are finding that self-expression has deep links to productivity.

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Small Business Labs

APRIL 13, 2012

Lot's of recent news about the continued growth of the contingent workforce, which is the term the corporate world uses for what we call the independent workforce - freelancers, contractors, independent consultants, temps, etc.  Aberdeen Research reports that  26% of the average company’s workforce is contingent.

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On The Job

FEBRUARY 18, 2011

Many companies don't offer temporary workers any benefits, so that helps greatly reduce their costs. Companies are opening up all kinds of work in these areas. We've place CIOs (chief information officers) and COOs (chief operating officers) for eight months or longer with one company." Being vocal.

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Recruit CRM

APRIL 14, 2020

As a startup or a small company, not very many clients nor candidates are going to visit your office. You may add a list of clients, some client/candidate testimonials, any new service you provide (like resume writing, temp staffing, consulting), etc. This a bare minimum. Getting the basics right. Let your presence be known.

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Page Personnel

MAY 26, 2021

Within the current economic environment, companies and professionals are beginning to see that the advantages of hiring contract workers far outweigh the downsides , and it’s becoming a popular career option for professionals of all levels of experience. More experience, faster Many contractors work for several different companies in a year.

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Small Business Labs

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Regular readers know we believe the number of independent workers (freelancers, temps, etc.) Companies are recognizing that their star performers add enormous value and are increasingly recognizing this with lavish pay, stock packages, bonuses and perks. is going to continue to grow.

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Practically Perfect PA

APRIL 27, 2015

We are after all brand ambassadors for our bosses, our company, ourselves and ultimately our profession. DO NOT use the PA network as a platform to complain about the company or our colleagues – we believe in positivity and should work as a TEAM. The launch will let people decide if it is for them.

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Small Business Labs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

 They recently bought 13% of Office Depot's stock and are pushing the company to restructure. This view was succinctly explained in a conversation I had with an executive at a company well known for serving large corporations. Enterprises also demand high levels of support. and global economy. and global economy.

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Laughing all the Way to Work

MAY 26, 2008

I was out of work, temping here and there for a year. Don’t underestimate the value of temping. Working for a temp agency can either land you a full-time job or help to keep you employed while you are looking. Taking on temp jobs will introduce you to potential employers where you can showcase your abilities.

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Job Advice Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Companies are hedging their bets by hiring temps instead a steady workforce. The article is predicting that as soon as the economy will show signs of improvement the better employees will jump ship to a company that pays better. Most of them are expressing the negativity that currently exists in the labor market.

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Office Dynamics

JANUARY 21, 2010

After 6+ years with my present company, they are restructuring the admins and have laid off those of us who can't relocate to another state. I would love to stay with my company; however, they are closing the one and only office in this state to centralize the admins; unless I move out of state, staying is not a viable option.".

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