We are entering another new year, and if the last two years have taught us anything, it’s to be prepared for the unexpected. At Labor Solutions, we believe in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to anticipating our clients’ needs, so we’ve been keeping an eye on staffing trends. Read on to see what we’ve learned.
It’s a Job Seeker’s Market
Right now, the United States has more open positions throughout the employment market than it has people seeking work. This means that job candidates can afford to be picky, and businesses may need to step up their compensation and benefits packages.
Employers should also actively work to reduce their turnover rates. Keeping employees is much easier and more cost-effective than recruiting new hires. Upskilling and reskilling current employees is an investment that will almost always pay off in the long run.
When you do need to hire new people, look for candidates with well-developed soft skills. These are the candidates who will be most likely to mesh well with your company culture and clientele because they’ll have what it takes to get along well with many different types of people. Labor Solutions can screen potential new hires for you to find those who have the soft skills that will help them succeed in your industry.
Perhaps the biggest trend we’re seeing right now is a move toward more flexibility. More people want to work from home or have hybrid schedules, and employers are becoming more accommodating in this respect. If a job can be done remotely, there is little benefit to insisting that an employee come into the workplace, especially with current public safety concerns.
Let Labor Solutions Handle Your Staffing Needs
When you work with Labor Solutions for your staffing needs, you know you are getting the most qualified candidates for your open positions. Don’t struggle with job boards that flood you with irrelevant applicants – let Labor Solutions narrow down the selection to just the best possible matches for you.
