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5 Tips to Get the Right people Applying and Committing
07 September 2023Attracting staff (and getting them to commit) is as hard as it has ever been. In the post-Covid world, we as recruiters are finding it exceptionally challenging - and that is our core business! We can only imagine how difficult it is for everyone else. However, there are some simple ways where you can increase your success.
Asking the Right Questions
07 September 2023We often think of candidate attraction and employee retention as two separate entities, but really, they are intrinsically linked. To attract a good candidate, they must see meaning and purpose in your job advertisement. To keep a good candidate, they must experience meaning in their work (consciously, or not).
Dear Employer, From Candidate
07 September 2023A positive work environment is vital for employee satisfaction and retention; but with diverse teams with diverse values, how can this be achieved? We meet with a diverse and vast pool of candidates, who we specifically ask about their expectations from employers. Candidates often describe an employer of choice as one who fosters a culture that promotes open communication, teamwork, recognition, professional development, work-life integration and flexible work arrangements.
What do your staff really think of you?
01 May 2023You may have an open-door policy in your workplace, but there’s many reasons your staff might stay quiet about their thoughts… fear of coming across the wrong way and losing a promotion, low performance reviews or even ....
Use of Annual Leave
08 August 2022There's a reason we have annual leave and I'm a great believer that people should take it regularly.
Streaming services, Late nights and Performance
01 April 2021Over the last couple of years, I've noticed people who are struggling in their jobs and life in general and one of the factors that keeps coming up with these people, is that they spend a lot of their time watching streaming services.
JP Smith, Covid-19 & You, Our Clients
20 March 2020We at JP Smith value the health of our clients, candidates, staff and the wider community. We are implementing and have implemented procedures and are following Government and industry body guidelines with regards to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
Recruitment - “Quick and Quality” – No!
22 July 2019Is a "quick and quality" outcome in Recruitment really feasible?
Exploring a candidate with transferable skills opens the hiring process to an almost limitless opportunity to find a new staff member who is the right fit for your business and who may well stay longer than the candidate with the most desirable direct experience…
When all Else Fails Make a Phone Call
01 December 2014Email is fast becoming the predominant form of communication within offices and between businesses. This type of communication can be very effective, it is fast, convenient and gets your message across clearly, or does it?
Goal Setting the SMART way
01 December 2014Being motivated to get things done can be difficult when you have a long list of things to do. Goal setting is a great way to keep you motivated and focused on an end target.
What’s the Deal with Temporary Recruitment?
26 August 2014In today’s competitive market, it can seem more and more difficult to gain a permanent full-time position. Well you are in luck, because there is more than one option to gain employment and experience in today’s competitive market. Have you ever considered Contract or Temporary placements?
Double Your Chances of Landing Your Dream Job
26 August 2014There are many different ways that you can get a new job. This can be through an internal promotion, word of mouth, or searching for jobs on career websites. The one place that people can turn a blind eye to is a Recruitment Agency.
Tips for Before an Interview
08 July 2013Interviews can affect people in many different ways. Some people take them in their stride and their confidence exudes from their very being, whereas other people turn into a shaky mess. To make sure you are, at the very least, comfortable with the interview there are a few things you can do to prepare yourself.
Five Tips To Fitting into a New Working Environment
01 July 2013Your first day of work will probably feel just like an extension of your job interview. If you attack it the same way you did your interview you shouldn't have a problem.
Five Good Questions to Ask During an Interview
27 June 2013What are the other types of roles you have been applying for? - This seemingly innocuous question can...
How to Prepare for an Interview
26 June 2013Interviews can make even the most confident of applicants uncomfortable, and they often forget just how nerve racking it can be for the interviewer. Nerves can be minimised by ensuring you are prepared for your interview. A few tips on how to decrease those sweaty palms and shaking hands:
The Importance of Keeping Your Resume Updated
25 June 2013There is so much emphasis placed on developing a well structured resume, but how many of us actually update them? Remember, a resume is the first point of contact job seekers have in selling themselves to an organisation and it is the make-or-break point in proceeding to the interviewing stage.
Appropriate Telephone Manners
24 June 2013The first contact between a company and their prospective employee more often than not is via a telephone call. The way you answer a call can sometimes have a lasting effect on the caller.
Gain some ideas on providing your team with a great work environment that they will enjoy getting out of bed in the morning to come to.
What is really being said about you??
12 June 2013Reference checks are an essential factor in the recruitment process and at JP Smith we conduct a minimum of three professional reference checks before an offer is made. There is a certain etiquette that can be expected of those conducting reference checks; however you need to be aware of all information that can be sourced regarding your work history.
How to really irritate your interviewer …
11 June 2013There is a lot of information out there providing tips on how to impress in an interview and what to do when dealing with a potential employer. Everyone always says, “leave an impression” and “make yourself known”, but please make sure you, “leave an impression” for the right reasons.
Tips for Setting Goals
29 May 2013It’s a new year, and already time seems to be escaping us. Getting back into our hectic working lives can be a struggle after a generous helping of holidays and setting goals in the workplace can make for a “big bang” start to the year.
Encouraging a Positive Working Culture
28 May 2013We all know a positive work place creates higher staff motivation and morale, which in turn, leads to greater productivity and output. We all know that a positive work place leads to happier staff, which then increases employee retention which can help reduce turnover costs.
Campaigning for a Job
24 May 2013Campaigning for a job, though different to campaigning for an electoral position, is similar in some ways! In both instances you have to be proactive and put yourself out there so that you can be identified, analysed and decided upon.
How to Become the Candidate of Choice
22 May 2013A good politician can be a great role model for someone applying for a job, although they can be somewhat distrustful with the words that come out of their mouths, their actions can be fruitful! To impress your interviewer, you need to adopt a similar mindset. Below are some tips on becoming the Candidate of Choice.
We have all been through interviews where we have been asked those tricky questions that make you stumble over your words and make you feel like you are talking in circles just to fill in time. Below are some tips to help you work through tricky interview questions in a logical manner.
Utilising Behavioural Interviewing Techniques
14 May 2013Conducting interviews with prospective candidates for a position can be a daunting task. Whether it is an interview following screening by a recruitment company or a full recruitment exercise run by yourorganisation, it is imperative that you are adequately prepared to find out the most relevant information from your candidates.
The Benefits of an EAP for You and Your Staff
03 May 2013To understand the benefits an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can have for you and your staff, you must first understand what an EAP is.
We often hear people in business say, “our people are our greatest asset!” However, many businesses in our community and its leaders, fail to take the management of their people seriously.
Do you really want a culture of retention?
12 April 2013A lot of the talk in HR circles is all about retention and making sure that retention figures are up there with the best and having these marvelous statistics that focus on longevity.
Improving Staff Retention & Talent Attraction
12 March 2013Retaining your top performers can be a tricky task, especially in today’s competitive recruitment environment.
Recruitment Specialist Backs Jobs Hot Spot Claims
27 February 2013The Chronicle reported on a Suncorp Bank report, interviewing Jamie Smith for his thoughts.
Retention culture
12 February 2013How to retain good people!? People retention is vital for growth in all teams, groups and organisations.
Maintain or Increase your Business Activity!
12 December 2012We can assist your business with Temporary employees. If your business experiences change or faces the challenge of effectively maintaining or increasing output at any one time, then we can help you.
Policies – 5 Tips To Ensure They Work
03 December 2012All too often, questions are only asked about policy when something has already gone wrong.