We are hiring. We have been hiring. Our clients are listing some positions. While other clients simply look through our application data base, without advertising the position, to cherry pick the perfect candidate. Are you looking for employment?As of today, I’m posting some of the latest positions we have been hired to fill. You can always apply online (24/7) and if you don’t see the perfect job for you- apply anyway. Like I said, we have some clients who wish for us to NOT advertise the job. These clients… Read more
Many people visit this blog seeking to find special tips to gain employment. While we often talk about interviewing etiquette and how to find work, we really haven’t discussed asking the right questions when being interviewed.Asking questions during an interview shows you’re interested in the job. It sets you apart from other candidates who may have conveyed a feeling of the event being just another interview. Asking the right questions may even land you the job- even if you’re under or over qualified.
What are they right questions to… Read more
If you are in charge of employees know that your ability to communicate is crucial. Many people don’t exactly know how to communicate with employees, but can communicate with potential customers. Why is this? Well, I’ve decided to use today’s blog to point out the top three ways I feel basic communication between employer and employee can be improved.
#1. Focus your conversations on one issue. Having a long meeting to discuss multiple topics sends a message that not a single topic is important enough to warrant its own meeting. … Read more
People tend to become miserable at their own expense. We are a society built on making money and pleasing people. But, this becomes problematic when we spread ourselves too thin, accept jobs we don’t want for the sake of cash, and for a variety of other reasons. Sometime our circumstances can create misery, too. The trick is to know when your spirit is being killed and how to avoid this from happening.
If you run a company or you’re an employee of a company – pay attention. Here is what… Read more
So, the time has come to ask for a promotion. But, you’re scared. The economy isn’t at its best, people are still unemployed, and you’re really not the best at demanding payment for services that are producing. Well, don’t fear- Building Team Solutions is here!If you’re seeking employment but are not sure how to ask then follow these tips.
Step One. Be positive but present your case. You don’t want to be aggressive when asking an employer for money. No one is owed a raise. When presenting your case… Read more
Being an executive is hard. No, I am not complaining. But, I am saying our current work culture is changing – and not always for the best. What I mean is that our social media accounts seem to be taking over our lives and leading to a 24/7 work day. I see people all the time having breakfast with their families and sending emails from their phones. Even better, the birthday dinner that is being multi-tasked with viewing a web presentation at work from an iPad. Where have our personal… Read more
Finding a job no longer is about what experience you may or may not have. In fact, employers are looking for drive, passion and price point more than anything in today’s market. In fact, experience might actually work against you when seeking a job. Why? Well, a recent report by Forbes magazine said, “Extensive experience presented without achievements and progressive successes may imply you just did the same thing over and over again without growth or improvement.”
So, what if you have tons of experience? What if you loved what… Read more
CEOs are prone to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) not because they don’t get enough sleep, but because they spend most of their time at their desks. According to The Mayo Clinic, “Chronic fatigue syndrome is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that can’t be explained by any underlying medical condition. ” And, CFS doesn’t improve with sleep! What causes it? Well, there are still studies being conducted but the preliminary results are linked to mental stress and strain- probably why so many CEOs have this!
The reason why… Read more
Experience can be a great thing when hiring an employee. In fact, I’ve discussed the chicken or the egg (AKA hiring experience vs. hiring ambition) several times and in many of my blog posts. What I want to discuss today is why hiring an overly qualified candidate can be a bad thing. Now, we here at Building Team Solutions, agree that this subject is concerning. With the economy being tough, more overly qualified candidates are having to take entry level jobs. And, in some cases this works out. But there… Read more
Staffing employment positions is our business. We help people in Texas find jobs and we help businesses nationwide recruit employees. In this industry, I often hear people complain that there are no jobs out there. Well, the job market is improving. My business is proof of this. However, there are some jobs that many people turn down. Right now there are over 100,000 jobs available in a particular field that don’t require a high school education. What’s the job? Oil Rig worker. Yes, this field has over 100,000 open… Read more
