Getting your dream job is not as easy as it seems, even if you have the skills and qualifications to do it. Sometimes, it is all about how well you do during the interview. That is your opportunity to impress the employer and get on top of the list. With these thoughts in mind, here… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM — The Automation Personnel Services Corporate Office donated a truckload of non-perishable food items to a local ministry serving adults and children in need throughout greater Birmingham, Alabama. Automation Personnel Services team members delivered a total of 360.70 pounds of food to Grace Klein Community, a Christian-based community outreach organization, on Monday, November 21…. Read more »
Birmingham, Alabama – Automation Personnel Services, one of the largest light-industrial staffing agencies in the nation, announces it has signed on with Avionte, a leading provider of cutting-edge software solutions for the staffing industry. Following a five-month process of evaluating numerous Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Application Tracking Systems (ATS), Automation Personnel Services has already… Read more »
By: Felecia Brasfield Inflation has continually been rising throughout 2022, and this trend appears to be ongoing. There’s no doubt that the fallout of inflation is felt by businesses and workers alike. However, companies can help employees through inflation while focusing on retention measures. Setting the Stage According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,… Read more »
One of the hardest parts of the hiring process for some candidates is the initial interview stage. This may be a demanding period between looking for work, sending a résumé, and going to a face-to-face interview. But seasoned job searchers are aware that these are only the starting stages in any fruitful job application. Leaving… Read more »
By: Felecia Brasfield Hybrid-remote work is becoming increasingly popular within many industries, but is remote work in manufacturing possible? Manufacturing workers are naturally adaptable, continually looking for solutions to issues as they arise. However, the pandemic and what has transpired since have shined a spotlight on manufacturing companies and their workforce versatility. The Backstory Manufacturing… Read more »
By: Jessica Carter In job descriptions, employers often ask for hard and soft skills. Hard skills are related to specific knowledge and training, while soft skills are personality traits such as leadership, communication, or time management. When hiring soft skills over hard skills both skills are necessary to perform and advance in most jobs successfully…. Read more »
By: Jessica Carter Empathy is the ability to recognize, understand, and share the thoughts and emotions of another person. The ability to empathize is crucial for establishing relationships and acting compassionately. Rather than focusing solely on one’s own perspective, empathy enables prosocial or helping behaviors that are born within, rather than being forced. A feeling… Read more »
By Felecia Brasfield A good work ethic among employees assists companies in reaching a certain level of excellence throughout the organization. Workplace ethics create guidelines for how a business supports its employees and advance customer relationships. Benefits of Good work ethic don’t stop there. What is a Good Work Ethic? Work ethic means an individual… Read more »
By: Felecia Brasfield As situations or issues arise, it’s natural for people to try and find an immediate solution. Finding an immediate payoff or resolution seems much more favorable than being patient and waiting for more significant gains in the distant future. While short-term solutions produce immediate benefits, they can lay the foundation for poor… Read more »