No matter where you are in the U.S., there’s a pretty good chance you can find employment within at least one warehouse. Although warehouse jobs are generally plentiful, they sometimes get a bad rap. Admittedly these jobs aren’t for everyone, but many generations have made a long-lasting career out of this line of work and […]
Efficiency and productivity is the key to achieving growth within any given industry. Businesses must also avoid frivolous spending habits but the aforementioned growth strategies are of utmost importance. In order to maximize overall productivity, you must prioritize tasks for each department ensure each employee is maximizing their own productivity. This means they are operating […]
Claim Limits The government limits the amount of unemployment a claimant receives. Each state sets a minimum and maximum weekly benefit amount a claimant may receive. These amounts are often based on a number that changes from time to time, such as the state’s minimum wage or the state’s average wage. In Iowa, you can […]
Hiring is a lot like dating. You want to find the perfect match and the right fit. In order to do that, you ask a lot of questions, spend money on and time with the person, listen, negotiate terms, see how they like your friends/co-workers and hope for the best. But, unlike dating, hiring can […]
You applied for the job. You interviewed for the position. You waited for the news. And you just received the phone call. You got the job. Congratulations. Once you’ve celebrated your good fortune, then it’s time to prepare. First, talk to your current employer. Make sure you give your company ample time to hire […]
“Opportunities don’t often come along. So, when they do, you have to grab them.” –Audrey Hepburn, actress You found a job that interests you. You applied. And now you have an interview. At Premier Staffing, we know that first impressions matter. We also know that second impressions matter. We want you to be prepared […]
September 19th marks the beginning of the 2016 National Staffing Employee Week. During this week, the American Staffing Association celebrates the contributions of the millions of individuals employed by U.S. staffing agencies. These employees contribute greatly to our economy and temporary jobs are increasingly becoming the new standard of employment across multiples industries. At Premier […]
At Premier Staffing, we want to help the best candidates find the best jobs in Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. Whether you’re new to the job market or looking to switch careers, a warehouse job probably isn’t at the top of your list…but maybe it should be. You may be skeptical about manual labor, but there […]
Do you need some temporary help but don’t have the budget to hire on a new full-time employee? Maybe your staff has trouble handling the workload when employees are on maternity leave or vacations. According to the U.S. Staffing Industry Forecast, the temporary staffing industry is projected to grow by 5 percent in 2016. If you’re in […]
Once upon a time, applying for a job took quite a bit of time. The applicant would type out a cover letter and resume, address an envelope, stamp it, and mail it to a potential employer. Then came PC’s and fax machines and email. Now, in the digital age, it’s a snap to apply for […]