It’s a tradition in many families to go around the Thanksgiving table and have each family member say what they are thankful for. Don’t let that tradition end around your table – bring those good feelings and sense of appreciation into your workforce, and show your staff you’re thankful for them. In this age of… Read more »
As Thanksgiving approaches, millions of Americans will be traveling to spend the holiday with friends or family members. Leaving a home empty is a good way to attract burglars. By following a few simple travel and safety tips, everyone can ensure their homes will be left safe enough burglars will not feel enticed to enter…. Read more »
When a company needs to put out the notice that it’s looking to fill an open position, it typically puts up a post on one of the Internet’s many job boards. Unfortunately, most job boards have postings with very bland design elements, making one company look just like the next. If a company wants to… Read more »
Between the pressure to land a better career opportunity and the constant rejection, sometimes looking for a job can be even more stressful than actually working one. Those who are unemployed are under even more stress to meet their financial obligations. If you are someone who is actively on a job search, it may comfort you… Read more »
By Steven R. Drexel, President and CEO of Cornerstone Staffing Solutions, Inc. As an Economist and seasoned staffing industry professional, I’m regularly asked to participate in a number of monthly surveys and discussions that predict key elements of the next Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (“BLS”) press release describing The Employment Situation. The next release… Read more »
For Cornerstone, the holiday season is about giving. We believe that giving back is important, not only to our clients and employees, but by supporting our local charities. Over the years, the generosity of Cornerstone’s corporate office has allowed us to give a sizeable Christmas donation to one local children’s cancer hospital. This holiday season… Read more »
Companies like Google and Facebook are widely regarded for their vibrant company culture, and while these reputations may sound like Silicon Valley clichés at this point, data has shown a connection between a great culture and net profits. Building and maintaining a company culture is particularly important when a company starts growing beyond its initial… Read more »
While the jobless rate in the U.S. has fallen in recent years, the improvement hasn’t been felt by our fellow Americans who continue to search for work after months and months of trying. Unemployment can be just as devastating to the soul as it is to the wallet. It is important for individuals who find… Read more »
Team-building exercises generally fall one of two ways: fun or unbearable. The trick is – the activity should be easy to understand, properly suited to your company culture, and appropriate in general. For example, if your organization is heavily populated with female baby boomers, dragging everyone out in the woods to play paintball probably isn’t… Read more »
Keep your work area free of waste paper, trash and other items that can easily catch fire. Check your electrical cords. If a cord is damaged in any way, replace it. Try not to lay cords in places where they can be stepped on, as this will contribute to deterioration of the protective outside coating…. Read more »