Let’s face it, although the economy has improved over the last few years and more jobs are being created, times are still tough for many. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate as of April 2014, was 6.3%. Although the unemployment rate is the lowest it has been since 2008, one third of today’s unemployed Americans find themselves in the category of the long-term une Read More

Job search. Two simple words that can strike an instant rush of dread and heartache into almost anybody. We’ve all been there. Whether you just graduated college and are looking for your first “real” job, got laid-off from a previous job or are currently employed and looking to change jobs, the job search never gets easier. Especially after a few months of no contact from prospective employe Read More

The average full-time employee works 40 hours a week, which is equal to 1,960 hours per year. A person who works from the age of 21 to 65 will have spent a staggering 91,250 hours of their lifetime at work. I can’t help but ask myself, if we spend THIS much time at work, why shouldn’t we place more emphasis on company culture? Think about it…you are spending almost 1/3 of your life at work. Read More

Whether you are new to the workforce or have years of experience under your belt, finding a suitable career in today’s competitive job market is an overwhelming task for anyone. Due to the high percentage of candidates flooding the job pool, utilizing online job boards alone is rarely an effective means in getting your resume seen. The average number of people who apply for any given job is 118 Read More

Why do companies hire temporary employees? Maybe you have a business that’s always busier around the holidays, but your full-time staff get overworked as a result. Or, you regularly find yourself struggling to find someone willing to pick up extra hours and you’re the one that has to stay late because your team is understaffed. Both of these situations can really lower staff morale and custome Read More

1. Taking Too Many Breaks During Your Search Let’s face it…we have all been there. Unemployment accompanied with a job search can be exhausting and discerning. Although its ok to take the occasional breather, don’t allow yourself lengthy breaks every time you are discouraged, or even worse, when you are making some progress. Read More

Social Media is no longer just a way to connect with friends and family, but it has quickly evolved into a useful recruiting and screening tool to help make sure that you are hiring the right candidates.  With 3 out of 4 American adults on social networking, if your company isn’t present on social media, you may be missing out on valuable job candidates. And if you aren’t screening prospe Read More

An OSHA source said that their resources are at a short capacity and as a result, they are spending more time on accident investigation rather than accident prevention. So, what does this mean for your firm and the staffing industry as a whole? Read More

Before you invest your time, money and insanity into hiring new candidates and filling vital positions, it is good idea to research and understand current workplace trends and how they will affect your workplace. Forbes.com has captured research and insights that they have tracked through hundred of studies released by companies and third parties. Here are the top 7 trends to be aware of in 2015: Read More

There are nearly one million unemployed military veterans in the U.S. according to the House Committee on Veteran’s Affairs, and the Department of Labor reports that, for some veteran groups, unemployment is more than 20% higher than the national average.  Link Staffing has made it our personal mission to hire, recruit, place and train vets so that can successfully transition into a civilia Read More