Is Text Messaging Acceptable in the Job Search?

Once upon a time, companies communicated with job candidates via phone calls and formal letters delivered by mail. However, in the past few years, email has become the primary method by which companies communicate. Not only do candidates apply for positions online, but companies also send emails back to set up interviews, request samples, and… Read More »

Write Better Job Descriptions To Get Better Candidates

Tired of hiring sub-par talent at your business? The problem may not be the employees you choose but your company’s inability to write accurate job descriptions for the positions in question. Instead of viewing your job ad as an opportunity to audition candidates, use it as a tool to sell your company to top talent.… Read More »

Is Patient Care Affected By Long Shifts?

It’s no secret that long shifts are hard on the nurses and doctors who endure them. Not only do overworked medical staffs suffer higher rates of illness, but they are also more likely to report feelings of stress and depression and tend to burn out more frequently. While these issues are serious for the health… Read More »

Your Team Is Working Hard – Make Sure They Say Thank You To Each Other

The modern workplace can be stressful, and it’s easy for productivity to suffer as colleagues get caught up in personal disputes. Fortunately, employers can take steps to minimize on-the-job turmoil while maximizing good will. Understanding that it’s easy for a simple “Thank You” or act of gratitude to get lost in the shuffle, the best… Read More »

Build a Culture of Customer Service

It’s no secret that people will remember and come back to businesses offering great customer service. However, establishing that level of client care can be easier said than done. Understanding that exceptional service starts with an organization’s culture, Here’s Help offers the following tips for building a culture of caring. Be Compassionate If your workplace… Read More »

Diversity Will Help Your Business Succeed Even More

Diversity in the workplace is an often-discussed topic these days. And while businesses may be tired of hearing about the subject, the truth is that hiring diverse employees is crucial for your company’s long-term success. After all, people from different locations and backgrounds also possess unique strengths and ranges of experience. In the long run,… Read More »

4 Reasons to Use a Staffing Company in the Hudson Valley

Planning a hiring surge this year? While many companies believe that staffing is a no-brainer, the truth is that successful recruitment is both time consuming and complex. Based in Middletown, Here’s Help works with Hudson Valley businesses to help them find the best job candidates, and reduce long-term turnover rates. Here are four reasons to… Read More »

When Will the Nursing Shortage Happen?

If you work in the healthcare industry, then the chances are good that you’ve heard about the impending nursing shortage. A local staffing leader, Here’s Help is passionate about preparing Hudson Valley facilities for the coming shortage. The first steps in achieving preparedness are 1) understanding the causes of the nursing deficiency and 2) accurately… Read More »

Want to Make Office Changes? Be Careful

Change may be a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean that any of us like it very much. Dealing with change can be particularly complex in the workplace, as employees often feel they have little choice but to tow the company line. At Here’s Help, we are passionate about helping business owners and managers… Read More »

Is the Passive Candidate Worth Your Resources?

Hiring managers spend a majority of their time interacting with and pursuing active candidates. After all, these are the people who are sending out resumes, making phone calls, and generally putting effort into landing available positions. However, companies looking for the best possible workforce may want to go after passive candidates as well as active… Read More »