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7.19.10 - TWG NEWS: 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 NEWS: 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.
5.24.10 - TWG NEWS: 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 - TWG NEWS: 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 NEWS: 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."
3.22.10 - TWG News: 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.
5.04.09 - 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 - 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 - 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."
10.09.08 - 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 - 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.
3.22.07 - The Asbury Park Press: State Loses 6,200 Jobs in February
Mar. 22 - New Jersey lost 6,200 jobs in February, the state government said Wednesday on a report that suggested the economy was hampered by cold weather, slumping real estate and a poorly performing stock market.