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9.15.11 - NJ.com: New Jersey Companies Celebrate National Staffing Week
The Wyckoff Group (TWG) – Snelling Staffing will honor millions of workers this week by celebrating National Staffing Employee Week through September 18th.
9.9.11 - NJBIZ: Executives Call Obama Jobs Plan A Good First Step, More Must Be Done
But "the government shouldn't be trying to create jobs … the government should be helping create an environment where the economy creates the demand for more jobs," said Frank Wyckoff, president of Snelling Staffing Services — The Wyckoff Group.
8.10.11 - The Asbury Park Press: The Intern Advantage
With job growth sluggish, and available spots tight, any advantage helps. Internships are becoming more important every year, said Frank Wyckoff, president and chief executive officer of The Wyckoff Group, a staffing firm based in Eatontown.
8.3.11 - TWG Article: Avoid Burning The Bridge: Four Tips To Resign The Correct Way
With recent studies showing that more than one-third of the workforce is looking for new positions, a local employment expert is reporting that many employees are handling their resignation incorrectly. Frank Wyckoff, President of The Wyckoff Group (TWG) – Snelling Staffing based in Eatontown, explains the proper way to resign from your job.
7.5.11 - TWG Article: Surveys Show One-Third of Workforce Considering Changing Positions
According to two recent surveys, over one-third of the workforce is searching for different job opportunities. Frank Wyckoff, President of The Wyckoff Group (TWG) – Snelling Staffing based in Eatontown, reports this alarming figure is attributed to employee burnout.
5.19.11 - Cover Letters for Resumes Guide : Cover Letter & Resume Writing
This blog included Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group's video about cover letter and resume writing.
5.11.11 - NJ.com: Regional Survey and Local Employment Expert Project Positive Permanent Hiring Outlook for Upcoming Months
Trends from a local staffing firm and a recent regional survey from CareerBuilder project that permanent hiring in New Jersey will increase for the remainder of the business quarter.
5.11.11 - NJBIZ: Insiders Report Uptick In Demand For Permanent Hires
The Wyckoff Group – Snelling Staffing, with headquarters in Eatontown, reported a strong increase in demand for full-time, permanent employees, and predicted employers will continue adding staff throughout the next couple of months.
5.10.11 - NJ Job Finder: Interview Etiquette
NJ Job Finder is dedicated to helping job seekers find full and part time work openings in New Jersey. The website posted a video about Interview Etiquette created by Koleen Singerline, Senior Vice President of TWG.
5.9.11 - NJBIZ: Employers, Unions Divide On Overtime
"Everything is so overcomplicated, from the tax codes on down," said Frank Wyckoff, president and CEO of Eatontown-based Snelling Staffing Services – The Wyckoff Group. "Trying to satisfy the state laws that are all different than the federal laws is quite a burden. The more uniform you make it, the better it is for businesses, for people, for jobs."
5.2.11 - NJBIZ: N.J.’s Many Advantages Hard-Pressed to Overcome High Costs
Frank Wyckoff, chairman of NJMEP, said he is encouraged that New Jersey’s leadership in Trenton “has come around to embracing the idea that without manufacturing, our economy is not strong enough for the future.”
4.21.11 - AOL.com: NJ Impact: Job-Seekers Weathering a Still-Tough Market
The outlook for the Garden State, and for the 9.3 percent of its workforce still jobless, is mixed. There's optimism, but it's of the cautious variety. An unsure job market has those in it looking for assistance, and support.
4.19.11 - TWG Article: The Wyckoff Group Celebrates Administrative Professionals Week
The Wyckoff Group (TWG) – Snelling Staffing will join companies around the United States and celebrate Administrative Professional’s Week from April 24th – 30th. The commemoration honors the hardworking administrative professionals and their daily contributions to organizations nationwide.
4.08.11 - The Asbury Park Press: Staffing Chief Named To Board
Frank Wyckoff, president and chief executive officer of the Wyckoff Group-Snelling Staffing, Eatontown, has been named chairman of the board of trustees for the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP). He has worked on the board in various capacities over the past 10 years.
3.31.11 - The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur: What Qualities To Hire On
Jennifer Kaminsky, Staffing Manager for the East Brunswick Branch of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, contributed this blog entry about the qualities to look for when making a new hire. Check out Tip #90: Versatility Is Key.
3.23.11 - TWG Article: As Unemployment Stays The Same, Hiring Process For Businesses Change
Revised numbers from the Department of Labor indicate that New Jersey gained 5,200 private-sector jobs last year while losing 7,100 jobs in January. With state unemployment remaining at 9.1%, trends indicate that the economy will continue to challenge employers throughout 2011.
3.17.11 - TWG Article: Votes Decide On Who Gets The Job Through 'Who Gets Hired?' Online Feature
Three candidates are interviewing for an open position. All applicants have excellent reasons why they deserve the position. While the employing company gets the ultimate say, ‘Who Gets Hired?’, an online feature of Snelling Staffing – The Wyckoff Group (TWG), allows local job seekers and hiring professionals to vote on the candidate they think should get the job.
3.05.11 - The Home News Tribune: Jobs In NJ: Temp Hires Grow, Reining In Costs
Many of the newest jobs these days come with an expiration date. Facing economic uncertainty, many companies in this economy have turned to temporary staffing agencies to meet work demands without taking on costly health care benefits, state-mandated unemployment and worker's compensation payments.
2.27.11 - JobVideoClips.US: Your First Day On The Job
Job Video Clips is a website that posts videos providing job seeking tips and employment information. This entry features a video of Heather Araneo, East Brunswick Branch Manager of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, discussing how employees should work on the first day of their jobs.
2.21.11 - NJBIZ: As Recovery Slowly Takes Hold, Employers Test Market
J. Knipper is a health care marketing company in Lakewood that provides a wide variety of solutions to pharmaceutical companies, from regulatory compliance and sales force productivity, to packing and shipping product literature and samples to customers. And Dawn Walsh, manager of human resources, said she often relies on temporary workers to meet the fluctuating labor needs of the business.
2.21.11 - JobVideoClips.US: NJDOL Job Search Forum with Frank Wyckoff
Job Video Clips is a website that posts videos providing job seeking tips and employment information. This entry features a video of Frank Wyckoff, President of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, giving a presentation at the New Jersey Department of Labor Job Search Forum.
2.17.11 - TWG Article: Unemployment Benefits: Three Ways It Hurts Your Career
According to Congressional Law, individuals can receive unemployment benefits for 99 weeks as well as extra money for dependents. Between the ability to collect benefits for almost two years and the saved costs of job-related expenses such as childcare and commuting, many people are turning down job offers and electing to remain unemployed.
2.14.11 - The Atlanticville: Snelling Staffing Services Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Snelling Staffing – The Wyckoff Group (TWG), a local group of staffing franchises, announced its celebration of Snelling Staffing Services’ 60th anniversary. Since 1951, Snelling Staffing Services has provided full-service staffing solutions to local businesses and has been recognized as an employment industry leader.
1.28.11 - The Asbury Park Press: Put Your Resume To Work
Local job seekers get advice on how to make their resumes stand out. Figure you have about 20 seconds to impress a hiring manager with your resume. They probably receive a pile each day, so your resume needs to pop with information.
1.12.11 - NJBIZ: CEO Job Market Has Stabilized, Report Says
The job market for CEOs has stabilized, according to a new report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, a global executive recruiting firm, which said 1,234 CEO departures were announced in 2010 — only seven more than the number who lost their jobs in 2009.
12.29.10 - NJBIZ: Survey Predicts Rosier Hiring Outlook In New Year
Businesses plan to boost their full-time hires in 2011, according to a national survey released Wednesday by CareerBuilder, an online job-search company. And some New Jersey headhunters say they’re confident about employment prospects, also.
12.19.10 - NJ.com: Specialized Skills Key To Landing A Good Job
As the New Year draws near, I wanted to determine what employment trends we could expect next year and how you might be able to take advantage of them. So I asked several experts what they thought next year held in store. Here are some of the responses.
12.15.10 - TWG Article: Social Networking: How Job Seekers Can Get the Edge
From finding available positions to acing interviews, the employment process is challenging for job seekers in today’s economic environment. With a high number of candidates applying for few open positions, applicants need ways to stand apart from other job contenders.
11.10.10 - TWG Article: Upcoming Seasonal Jobs Provide Opportunities for Career Positions
Move over Cabbage Patch Dolls, Tickle-Me-Elmo and Nintendo Wii, Santa is bringing a new “hot gift” this year that everyone wants: a job. In November and December, it’s a common practice for businesses to hire temporary employees to help with holiday demands.
10.20.10 - TWG Article: Fourth Quarter - Four Factors Employers Will Be Looking For In Candidates
As the economy recovers and businesses enter the fourth quarter, companies are slowly beginning to hire again. With limited resources during a critical time period for organizations, employers know that their hiring decisions will be crucial to the future success of their businesses.
10.11.10 - NJBIZ: Bringing Diverse Skills To The Job Market
Employers are looking to hire workers with multiple skills as they strive to assemble a flexible and lean work force, so they can raise their company’s performance while still keeping a tight lid on overhead expenses.
9.29.10 - JobSearchLearn.com: NJDOL Job Search Forum with Frank Wyckoff
This website, dedicated to job searching tips, posted a video of Frank Wyckoff, President of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, giving a presentation at the New Jersey Department of Labor Job Search Forum.
9.15.10 - MSN Careers: Interviewees Say the Darndest Things
MSN.com additionally posted this article by Career Builder which was posted in AOL Jobs on 9.09.10.
9.09.10 - AOL Jobs: Interviewees Say the Darndest Things
You can always depend on young children to tell you exactly what they think, or precisely how they feel on any given topic. Want to know if your breath smells bad, if you should wear a different tie or if you really look fat in that outfit? Find a 5-year-old. he will give you an uncensored, honest answer. Needless to say, we expect more from adults. Especially adults who are interviewing for a job.
9.09.10 - TWG Article: As Workforce Shifts To Temporary, More Companies Celebrate National Staffing Employee Week
Snelling Staffing – The Wyckoff Group (TWG) will pay tribute to millions of workers next week by celebrating National Staffing Employee Week from September 13th – 19th. The American Staffing Association established holiday honors nearly 2.5 million Americans employed by staffing firms every day.
9.08.10 - TimEsseBlog.com: The Top Six Ways To Ruin Your Job Search
During the deepest part of the recession, job seekers found it was easier to spot a unicorn hanging out with a leprechaun than to find an open position. With indicators pointing to a slow economic recovery, candidates know there's no room for error.
7.19.10 - NJBIZ: With Outlook Improving, It's Back To Job Interviews
When JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon addressed a June meeting of the bank’s small-business clients, he asked attendees about hiring trends. “I travel all around America, and a year and a half ago, everyone was cutting head count,” he said.
7.19.10 - TWG Article: Cross-Training: the Newest Employment Craze
During an unpredictable and recovering economy, it is critical to have a team comprised of well-rounded employees. A versatile staff is not only better equipped to address an organization’s current business challenges, but is also more prepared to meet unexpected business demands.
6.22.10 - TWG Article: Is It Better To Be Unemployed Right Now?
With unemployment hovering around the 10% mark, employers instinctively think it should be easy to find quality candidates to hire. Additionally, hiring managers believe they can offer lower pay because so many people are competing for positions.
5.26.10 - MSN Careers : How Long Should Your Resume Be?
Résumés are a subject of great debate in the career world. What to include, what not to include; serif or sans serif font; what color paper; which jobs to highlight? And, more commonly in today's job market, how long should the résumé be? Does it matter?
5.24.10 - TWG Article: To Temp or Not to Temp? That is the Question
With the economy slowly recovering, companies are starting to feel a little uptick in business. While organizations need more help keeping up with demand, feelings of uncertainty have prevented employers from hiring new full-time employees.
5.19.10 - TemporaryEmploymentDirect.com : Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group Launches "The Snelling Circle"
Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group (TWG) announced the launch of "The Snelling Circle," a program which reconnects businessmen and businesswomen who got their first position through Snelling. The goal of the campaign is to create an association of "Snelling Alumni" and find out more about the successful business professionals they've become.
5.12.10 - Knowledge@Emory: Navigating the Economy
Generational differences, a troubled economy and continuing uncertainty in financial markets have helped to reshape the ways companies operate and, by extension, employees' career paths. The days when a college degree guaranteed a high-paying job have largely disappeared, and even people who are in a good job now can't assume they're safe.
4.7.10 - TWG Article: Koleen Singerline Receives NJBIZ's Award for Best Fifty Women in Business
Eatontown businesswoman and 30-year resident Koleen Singerline, Senior Vice President of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, was announced as one of New Jersey's Best Fifty Women In Business. The annual competition, organized by NJBIZ, awards businesswomen who "shape the economic future of New Jersey" and "share a commitment to business growth, professional excellence and to the community."
4.4.10 - Lead The Field Resumes : Cover Letter & Resume Writing
This blog included Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group's video about cover letter and resume writing.
3.22.10 - TWG Article: Workforce Etiquette - Not an Option
Don't come to work with ripped jeans and a see-through shirt on casual Friday. With the economy teeter-tottering between signs of economic improvements and signs of...not, employees should be fighting hard to hold onto their positions.
2.25.10 - NJBIZ: NJ Business Owners Have Mixed Reaction to Federal Jobs Bill
A $15 billion federal bill that would provide incentives for businesses to hire the unemployed is getting a mixed response from New Jersey business owners.
1.25.10 - NJBIZ: New Year, New Type Of Employees
Adios 2009! With the start of the new decade, companies reflect on the past year and think, "What just happened?" Between a decrease in workforce and low confidence in the market, companies are looking for ways to increase output with fewer people.
1.12.10 - NJBIZ: Snelling - TWG Initiates 3D Email/Hire Smart" Campaign for 2010
Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group announced on Monday the launch of their new "Hire Smart" initiative for 2010. The campaign for the New Year is geared towards hiring authorities in the local area and offers a new way to look at hiring. A 3D E-mail marketing campaign, which recipients can actually view in 3D with special glasses, will company the initiative.
12.14.09 - NJBIZ: Sticking A Toe Into Pool Of Applicants
Signals that the job market is on the verge of an uptick are starting to emerge across New Jersey, with employers poised to rebuild a work force devastated by two years of recession.
12.11.09 - NJBIZ: Why Getting Laid-Off Is A Blessing In Disguise
"I'm sorry, but these are tough times... so we're going to have to let you go" is too common a phrase in today's business climate. With unemployment topping the dismal 10% mark, many employees ranging from recent college graduates to experienced top-level professionals are finding themselves jobless. Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, asserts that this unpleasant situation could actually be turned into a positive life-changing experience.
11.25.09 - The Asbury Park Press: From Seasonal Job to Permanent Position
Now's the time when companies, including Borders at the Freehold Raceway Mall, hire seasonal employees, extra help that's needed to deal with extra customers that typically come shopping for the holidays.
11.23.09 - NJBIZ: Turn The Beat Around - Some Good News For Employment
Stage Right: the silver lining emerges to the audience. While the unemployment rate hit the 10% mark this month, some trends are showing that the double-digit number will be the conclusion of the growing jobless benchmark. Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group is reporting that 2010 is set to be a year of growth for the staffing industry, a trend that has preceded virtually every economic comeback in United States history.
10.28.09 - NJBIZ: Bad Employer Karma- Don't Let It Happen To You
When it comes to their staff, employers are in the driver seat right now. Employees will pretty much do anything within (and without) reason to keep their job and prove their dedication to the company. While business owners are justifiably focused most on their cash flow and revenue, they need to be cautious about taking advantage of their employee's willingness to assist the company during the difficult economic climate.
9.17.09 - The Asbury Park Press: More Jobs In NJ, But Not Enough
New Jersey is creating jobs again, but not enough to bring relief to thousands or unemployed workers, according to a report released Wednesday by the state Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
9.03.09 - NJBIZ: The Lighter Side of Labor Day
Who doesn't love sleeping in and barbequing with family and friends? After all, Labor Day is all about missing a Monday of work... right? While the mere mention of the phrase "work holiday" brings a beaming smile to even the most dedicated of employees' faces, Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group is urging people to take a step back this year and appreciate the two best things about working: the fact that you have a job at all and your great coworkers.
8.24.09 - NJBIZ: And The Academy Award Goes To...You...For Your Amazing Performance As..."Work You"!
You don't need the acting skills of Meryl Streep or Marlon Brando to pull off a great performance as a dedicated employee. With employees fighting to keep their jobs, workers need to concentrate more on portraying themselves as team players.
8.10.09 - NJBIZ: Staffing Firms Call Temporary Hires A Road Out Of The Recession
As employers look for an economic recovery on the horizon, hiring temporary workers is a way to take advantage of new business opportunities while keeping a lid on expenses, experts said.
6.24.09 - The Asbury Park Press: It Can Be Creative, As Long As It's Professional
You should think twice before you put your funny or sexy e-mail address on your resume. That means no "IAmAllLady326" or "sosofresh6283", said Frank Wyckoff, president of Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group, an Eatontown staffing firm. "You can't be taken seriously if you are going to have "mortalkombatfan" as your e-mail address."
6.15.09 - NJBIZ: Your "Clever" Email Address May Be Your Résumé's Downfall
Any human resources expert will tell you that with the high volume of candidates applying for open positions, there's no room for error on a résumé. NEWS FLASH: your inappropriate email address is an error. BIGGER NEWS FLASH: "iAmAllLady326" counts as an inappropriate email address.
6.02.09 - The Asbury Park Press: Underemployed: Workers Caught In The Recession Are Turning For Which They Are Overqualified
Natale Siclare, a former manager at Ethan Allen furniture store in Eatontown, has been out of work only two months, but it's been long enough to know the prospects are gloomy. His job hunt has turned up mostly part-time where the pay doesn't come close to replacing the money he used to make.
5.19.09 - NJBIZ: Snelling Offers Resume Writing Tips
How many times have you heard the phrase, "Just send me your résumé"? While people are aware (or perhaps not) that their résumé is the most important professional piece of literature they'll ever write in their career, very few candidates actually know how to assemble a polished document highlighting their accomplishments. In the spirit of giving, Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group is handing out some helpful reminders for writing this essential manuscript.
5.17.09 - The Mercury: Snelling Staffing Launches New Social Networking Technology For Website
Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group announced the launch of its "People Pages" feature on its Web site. This characteristic of www.snellingpenn.com makes it significantly easier for local businesses to network with potential candidates for their available positions.
5.04.09 - NJBIZ: Snelling Staffing Launches New Social Networking Technology For Website
Social Networking Technology isn't just for college kids anymore. Snelling Staffing - The Wyckoff Group announced the launch of its "People Pages" feature on its website, an industry changing technological advancement that uses social networking technology for business applications. People Pages greatly facilitates the process of employee selection for local businesses.
4.20.09 - NJBIZ: Can You Picture A Day Without Your Administrative Assistant?
Back in your granddaddy's business, an Administrative Professional meant "expert phone answerer" and "glorified coffee getter." Guess what...this ain't your granddaddy's business anymore. On Wednesday, April 22nd, companies nationwide will celebrate "Administrative Professional's Day" and salute thousands of Administrative Professionals, who in this day and age, are "unbelievable multi-taskers," "talented project coordinators," and "valuable advice givers."
3.11.09 - NJBIZ: Oh How Trendy! Staffing Industry Trends Show Some Optimism For the US Job Market
A new curse word should be added to the English dictionary: recession. When uttered, it makes Americans feel uncomfortable, sick to their stomach, and at this point, offended. Yet, we're subjected to hearing the word 100 times a day. Well, some trends in the staffing industry, which tend to typically prove reliable in indicating what's to come next, suggest that business owners have some optimism to look forward to.
2.23.09 - NJBIZ: Companies Looking to Hire the Talented Unemployed
Employers with jobs to fill during this recession are seizing a golden opportunity to hire talented people who are out on the street through no fault of their own.
2.16.09 - NJBIZ: Snelling Introduces Job Recovery 2009 Program To Prevent Layoffs While Saving Companies Money
It's the worst scenario for a boss - allow the company to continue its financial downward spiral or layoff an honest, hardworking employee whose family depends on a paycheck. Unfortunately, this has become too common the case in today's economy. What if there was a way to reconcile the cost of labor without letting go a valued staff member? Snelling Staffing -The Wyckoff Group has announced on Monday that they are introducing Job Recovery 2009, a program that allows business owners to redesign their employment structure to reduce labor costs without eliminating positions.
1.26.09 - NJBIZ: Hiring Takes Longer as Companies Use Caution More Candidates in the Job Pool Keep Staffing Firms Busy
New Jersey employers still have jobs to fill, even though thousands of workers are being laid off and the unemployment rate is soaring. Companies are exercising caution as they screen a pool of candidates and pace themselves for a recession that is expected to linger through 2009.
1.09.09 - NJBIZ: Jobless Rate Climbs to 16-Year High in December As Employers Ax More Than A Half-Million Jobs
U.S. employers shed 524,000 jobs in December as the unemployment rate jumped 0.4 percentage points to 7.2 percent, bringing the nation's 2008 job losses to 2.6 million - the worst showing since World War II ended in 1945, the federal Department of Labor reported this morning.
11.16.08 - The Press of Atlantic City: ‘Help Wanted' Signs Dwindle at Stores this Season
Kenneth Austin has been polishing his resume and filing out applications at several retailers. But so far, no one has bitten. "It's definitely hard finding a job now," Austin 37, of Atlantic City, said after a shift this week at the Kmart in Pleasantville. "It's like everyone's going to the (One-Stop Career Center) to get help."
10.22.08 - The Asbury Park Press: Change of Command
Whether you're a good employee or not, a new boss at your door can mean one thing: your life at work is likely to change. "Rule No. 1 is realize that new boss is not the same as the old boss in terms of expectations and in terms of personal style," said Red Bank workplace coach Donna Coulson, owner of Donna Coulson & Associates. "People tend to think that everything is going to be the same because their desk is the same, their computer is the same."
10.21.08 - NJBIZ: Snelling Staffing Assists Locals During Economic Crisis
In today’s downward spiraling economy, people are losing their jobs faster than Michael Phelps can swim the 200m butterfly. With Wall Street in turmoil and the market in a state of uncertainty, people don’t know where and how to search for jobs when they’re laid off.
10.09.08 - The Star-Ledger: Bleak Street: Princeton grads scramble for alternatives as finance jobs dry up
The ripples of the Wall Street meltdown have reached the hallowed halls of Princeton University, long an important talent pool for powerful investment firms.
10.01.08 - The Asbury Park Press: At Your Job Feature - Recruitment Manager
NAME: Koleen Singerline
JOB DESCRIPTION: I'm the senior vice president of business development and customer service manager for Snelling Staffing Services/The Wyckoff Group. In addition to training and managing the sales force, I am in charge of hiring and managing staff, recruiting management positions for clients and handling all client visits. Snelling is a franchise system, and the owner I work for has six branches, and I oversee them.
9.09.08 - The Star-Ledger: Back in the Jobs Race
Your current job may soon vanish and a new one has yet to appear on the horizon. It's time to get moving. If you've got a case of the disappearing paycheck blues, you're hardly alone: The nation's unemployment rate rocketed to a five-year high of 6.1 percent in August. Persistent weakness in the housing, finance, construction and manufacturing sectors lurk behind the dismal numbers.
8.23.08 - The Star-Ledger: Small Businesses Still Offer Job Opportunities
Maybe you've never heard of Allen Flavors, but if you're in the beverage business, you know who they are. Allen makes flavors that are blended into the energy drinks, vitamin waters and iced teas that might be chilling in your refrigerator right now. President Joey Allen says consumers are still reaching for their designer drinks, despite the shaky economy, so he's hired 17 new employees this year, bringing total headcount to 98.
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