How to Explain Numerous Job Switches in a Short Period of Time
If you’ve been in the temporary workforce for any amount of time, you’ve likely worked n several different roles to date. Even if you specialize in one specific discipline, you’ve probably been assigned to several different employers by now. After all, this is the nature of temporary employment. Most staffing and temp-to-hire agencies, including Automation […]
What Do You Do When You Forget to Prepare Prior to an Interview
You’ve been searching for the perfect job for weeks until you finally found it. The company even called to schedule an interview after reading your resume, and it seems nothing can go wrong at this point. When the big day finally comes, however, you’ve found yourself rushing around to grab all the necessary materials needed! […]
3 Reasons Why It Is Important to Ask Your Co-Workers for Feedback
Stephen Nordness founded Automation Personnel Services around service and communication, and these are the values we hope to pass on to all staff members and our clients. Whether you rely on Automation Personnel Services for staffing services, payroll services or other technical services, Stephen Nordness reminds us that communication is the key to success! Build […]
Top Questions to Ask Your Interviewer to Show Your Interest in the Position
Many job seekers view the interview process as a one-way street. The interviewer asks all the questions and the candidate simply answers. While this may have been enough for jobs in the past, today’s interview process is much more involved. Nowadays, nearly every interviewer is expecting the job seeker to ask questions on their own. […]
What Questions Should You Expect in a Job Interview for a Manufacturing Position?
The interview process can be a daunting event. Even a run-of-the-mill interview can be ruined by excess anxiety, unnecessary stress or over-thinking. While it helps to rehearse your potential responses beforehand, make sure you are putting time into the right questions to begin with. Can We Trust You? Many manufacturers deal with confidential information. Whether […]
Who Should I Use as a Job Reference?
Most jobs require at least two or three job references for each applicant. Not only are these contacts used for verifying past employment history, they can also be used to gauge the character before you even begin the onboarding process. You’ll want to put some thought into your references. Remember, these people will ultimately play […]
What Do You Do When You Can’t Stand Your Co-Worker?
Anyone who has worked for any period of time has encountered a difficult co-worker. Just like all other aspects of our life, it’s impossible to get along with everyone, but effective use of conflict resolution and showing respect for everyone you work with is imperative. It’s important to be cautious when dealing with a co-worker […]
What Are Crazy Interview Questions You Can Get in a Job Interview?
During an interview, job seekers are supposed to keep our questions professional and relevant to the job they are applying for. While this is considered common courtesy, hiring managers and interviewers on the other side of the coin aren’t held to such standards. It’s common to hear a crazy, unexpected or off-the-wall interview question at […]
What Do You Do After the Job Assignment Is Over?
You’ve shown up on time, completed all your work and now the project is done. For a job seeker who depends on temporary assignments to make a living, there’s still plenty of work to do. Before moving on to the next opportunity, don’t forget to take care of the essentials and wrap up any loose […]
How Can You Develop a Strong Work Ethic?
Some are born with a stronger work ethic than others, but regardless of how you obtain the trait, having a great work ethic, morale and sense of responsibility can go a long way in setting you apart from your peers and drawing the attention of management. Thankfully, this is a trait that can be developed […]