PHR Staffing Solutions typically discusses finding talent for your business here on our blog, but we also recognize the importance of keeping that talent. Retaining quality employees is important for business of all types and sizes, and while there is no set formula for staff retention, there are some ways that you can encourage your hires to stay on as…
Read More →It’s a popular belief in today’s world that all “good” jobs, those with competitive pay, benefits, decent hours, and quality environment, require a college degree and extensive education. While this can be the case in some fields, there are plenty of jobs here in the Polk County area and beyond that have good pay, solid hours and insurance, and don’t…
Read More →Spring break is quickly approaching for schools here in Polk County and throughout the Central Florida region, so many people are preparing for vacations and travels. However, if you are currently unemployed, not only are you likely not spending money to take a trip, but rather, you are probably trying to make money to help with financial burdens. While it’s important…
Read More →If you have been spending your hours researching and applying for positions, critiquing and editing your resume, and attending seemingly countless job fairs, it can be frustrating when you feel like handing over that piece of paper to a potential employer or HR staff is a dead end. While you don’t get to see what goes on beyond the resume,…
Read More →When you are hunting for a job, chances are you will be competing against many people vying for the same position. Each detail on your resume could make the difference between being passed over to being picked for the job. While there are many things you can do to make yourself more appealing to employers, there are a few key…
Read More →So, you’ve got the call, you went through the interview, and now you’ve made it through the first few weeks on the job? If you’re like most new employees, you are actively seeking out ways to impress your new boss, and not only keep your current position, but hopefully move “up the ladder” over time. One of the best ways…
Read More →Here on the PHR Staffing Solutions blog, we have posted about various career fairs, and our participation in them, and we’ve explained how important these events are to both our business, and to local candidates searching for the perfect job. This past Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 15th and 16th, we were privileged to partner with Career Source Polk for job…
Read More →Are you still coming down from the high of “Heart Day”? While Valentine’s Day is a fun time full of love, happiness, and overall good feelings, if you are unemployed, reality can be a cold hit in the days following all the fun. Those who don’t currently have a job are at a higher risk for issues such as anxiety…
Read More →Valentine’s Day is a wonderful holiday, full of love for those around us. Specifically, Valentine’s Day is about celebrating your special someone, whether that be a spouse, a fiance, or a boyfriend/girlfriend. No matter who it is, it’s important to take the time to show them how much you care on this big day. Unfortunately though, this holiday can also…
Read More →As we approach spring break, and eventually, the summer season, we know that vacation and travels will be filling the minds of many of our Polk County friends and neighbors. If you have recently started a new job, and are just now starting to accrue some time off, or some vacation days, you might be dreaming of long, leisurely trips…
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