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The Coronavirus pandemic blindsided the world economy in early 2020. And in the face of skyrocketing unemployment and business closures, companies of all sizes wondered if they could weather the storm. But fortunately, hardship can build resolve too. Here are five tips to help your organization not only survive but also come out of a crisis stronger. Support Your Employees Tough times led to…
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If you are an essential worker, you NEED to report to your job every day despite lockdown orders. Certainly, this puts both you and the people you live with at greater risk. Follow these simple tips to help keep your family healthy at home. Change Your Clothes Although research suggests Coronavirus doesn’t survive long on soft surfaces, many essential workers feel more…
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You feel like your current job is disrupting your work/life balance. But, is this true? And if so, what should you do about it? Rebalance the scales using this advice. Signs Your Current Job Is Disrupting Your Work/Life Balance You spend more than 55 hours per week working You often need to complete assignments off the clock You seem to be thinking about your job constantly You check your work…
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Business can be unpredictable. Sometimes things are going along smoothly, and then, a huge project hits. You know your company needs additional help to get the job done. So, now what should you do? Here are three practical options. Option #1 – Ask Everyone to Work Overtime Especially if the project is short-term, consider rallying your current team. By approaching the challenge correctly, you can…
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A career in manufacturing can be challenging and exciting. But, working for the wrong company will leave you feeling like a robot. Are you ready to find a better job? Follow these five steps to discover your next opportunity. Define Your Ideal Job If you’re unhappy in your current role, you may think, “Anything would be better than this.” However, that’s not necessarily true. You don’t want…
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Right now times are very uncertain, very stressful and even a bit frightening. The COVID-19 outbreak has not only caused a health crisis but an economic crisis, as well. In a matter of days, millions of people found themselves suddenly out of work. Millions more are weeks or even days away from losing their jobs, and millions more still are…
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Communicating with your candidates is always important, but maintaining strong communication with them during a crisis can set you apart from your competitors. Thanks to COVID-19, our economy came to a grinding halt in March, and businesses are facing unique challenges. On one hand, millions of businesses were deemed “non-essential” and were forced to close their doors, putting them in…
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If your organization is searching for top talent, you’ll want to recruit both active job seekers as well as those who are happily employed. But, how do you advertise to candidates who aren’t looking? Use these three tactics to target passive job seekers. Advertise on Social Media Passive job seekers aren’t searching the job boards. They DO, however, spend time on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other…
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You want to keep your employees, your customers and your company safe. But, where should you focus your efforts? Here are four of the biggest safety concerns in manufacturing. 1. Poor Maintenance In an effort to save time and money, some organizations downplay the importance of regular maintenance. Unfortunately, this attitude can be a recipe for disaster. Workers may not notice a broken or run-down machine until after an…
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Even if you aren’t currently looking for work, growing your network is a smart career move. After all, you never know who might help you land your next job. Are you ready to start building connections? Follow these five networking tips for manufacturing professionals. 1. Get to Know Your Coworkers When you’re trying to expand your network, your own organization is the perfect place to…
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