Before the COVID-19 pandemic thrust everyone apart from essential workers into a virtual lifestyle overnight, remote work was considered a luxury or a perk to be earned in many companies. Employees had to prove they were dedicated to their work [...]
It’s strange to think that the world we live in today was vastly different just one year ago. So many things have changed in such a short period of time, including recruitment. Thanks to COVID-19, companies across the nation and [...]
What is a business without the right employees? Probably not much of a success! However, finding those capable and committed “diamonds in the rough” to fill open positions at your company — without wasting time or money in the process [...]
A staff filled with talented and motivated employees is the foundation of any prosperous business. But simply laying that foundation, then forgetting about it as you move on to other concerns, can actually keep your business from thriving. In fact, [...]
When you picture a warehouse job, do you see someone in a hard hat carrying boxes around an expansive maze of shelving units all day? In reality, working in a warehouse is a multi-tiered career opportunity for people of all [...]
Up until now, you’ve checked all the boxes: You landed a good job — possibly with the help of Philadelphia, PA’s leading direct hire agency — then learned your role, mastered your duties, and made yourself a real asset to [...]
At The Protocall Group, a leading direct hire agency in Philadelphia, PA, and the surrounding region, we know how important wages are to both sides of the employment equation. Often, job seekers will take or pass up a position because [...]
There’s a troubling trend spreading through workplaces across America, and it’s spelling doom for good old-fashioned professional etiquette. “Ghosting,” a concept once confined to the online dating world—and the Urban Dictionary—is an increasingly common practice in the employment process, on [...]
Looking to improve operating margins in your business? If the answer is yes, then you should take a look at your staffing strategy. From the assembly line to the executive office, effective staffing is essential to maximizing profitability. Below [...]
Are you doing the right math when it comes to hiring employees? If you’re just looking at the hourly rate you pay your staff, you’re overlooking a significant part of the big financial picture. Believe it or not, the true [...]
