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Hot dog chain Portillo’s staffs its restaurants with corporate employees during the holiday season

HR Brew

And this strategy isn’t groundbreaking, at least not to Illinois-based restaurant chain Portillo’s. The program started as a way to address pandemic-related staffing shortages, Waite said, but has since become a holiday tradition and part of the company’s culture. Employee experiences.

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This nonprofit leader acts as a “no-fee staffing agency” connecting overlooked young professionals to corporate jobs

HR Brew

Grace Manning is director of employer and alumni relations at Hopeworks, a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia and South New Jersey, offering workforce development programs to young adults. What’s the best change you’ve made at a place you’ve worked? This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.

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How to support and understand veteran employees as they enter the civilian workforce

HR Brew

There are many aspects of the workplace that will be new to veterans, Elizabeth Toenyes, a content strategist at staffing firm Aquent, told HR Brew. She started ROTCs at 17 then enlisted for active duty in the Army, spending 10 years in service before retiring and joining the civilian workforce in 2022.

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10 Best Staffing Agency Software for Recruitment Firms in 2024

HR Lineup

Staffing agencies now rely on sophisticated software solutions to streamline their operations, find top talent, and stay ahead of competitors. In 2024, the best staffing agency software provides robust features such as applicant tracking, automated job postings, AI-powered candidate matching , and comprehensive reporting tools.

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Power of the Pivot: Embracing 3 Major Pandemic-Driven Trends

Financial insecurity is more pervasive than ever, at a significant cost to employers. But the pandemic accelerated three key workforce trends that employers and staffing firms can embrace to rebuild workforce stability and drive profitable growth. Download this eBook to learn more!

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AI, talent shortages, and distrust: These are the biggest challenges HR pros are bracing for in 2025

HR Brew

Addressing ongoing staffing shortages will require fresh thinking too; innovative strategies like travel programs and interstate credentialing support can become powerful tools for both attracting and keeping top talent.” To stand out, we need to create personalized, flexible environments that align with these needs.

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Two people pros share what you should know before starting a business

HR Brew

That’s why we spoke with Karan Ferrell-Rhodes, founder of consulting firm Shockingly Different Leadership, and Laura Mazzullo, founder of recruiting firm East Side Staffing. Infrastructure may include obtaining business insurance, setting up legal contracts, or completing onboarding at other companies to become a vendor or supplier.

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How ZoomInfo Solves Recruiting Pain Points

As a recruiter, staffing candidates correctly is a critical element of the process. Your number one goal revolves around this: placing the right candidates at the right job. For recruiters to build their pipeline and search for the next candidate, they need to ensure they have access to the most accurate data on the market.

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Hire Global to Grow Global: A Conversation with A Global Recruiting & HR Expert

Speaker: Janice Stack, CEBS, Global Human Resources Executive

The advantages of global outsourcing and staffing. June 7th, 2022 at 11:00 am PDT, 2:00 pm EDT, 7:00 pm GMT. Join Janice Stack, Global Human Resources Executive, for this insightful webinar on the ins-and-outs of expanding your team globally. This webinar will cover: What to know about the newest research on global recruiting.

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Discover 4 Use Cases for Applying AI to Your Recruiting Processes

Recruitment AI technology uncovers the most qualified candidates. This technology automates recruiting routines and facilitates natural conversations, resulting in higher productivity and a better candidate experience. Download the eBook to learn more!