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A Culture of Safety – Every Day

November 1, 2016

The National Safety Council (NSC) and the American Staffing Association (ASA) recently released a fascinating case study entitled “A Case Study on the Shared Responsibility of Staffing Agencies and Host Employers for Temporary Worker Safety—Personal Protective Equipment and Injury Recordation”. The case study comes on the heels of a workplace accident and calls for strong…

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3 Tips for Reentering the Workforce

October 7, 2016

There are many reasons someone might take a break from working. Caring for children or family members, getting laid off, quitting a job, and taking medical leave are just a few explanations. For those taking short breaks, there may be no learning curve for reentering the workforce. But for those taking an extended leave, it…

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The LaborWorks App: A Faster, Easier Way to Get Work

July 27, 2016

If you’re like us, your phone is a semi-permanent fixture in your hand. In addition to checking email, texting, Instagram-ing, or leveling up on Pokémon Go, you can now use your phone to jumpstart your career and earn extra income with the new LaborWorks app. The LaborWorks app makes it easier than ever to connect…

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Temporary Staffing Offers Summertime Flexibility for Employers

June 27, 2016

With its warmer weather and longer days, summer offers employers more opportunities to get work done. Add temporary staffing into the mix, and summer can be the most productive, flexible season of the year. Here are three reasons why summer is the perfect time to pursue temporary staffing. Increase and decrease staff as needed. Do…

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Temporary Staffing: Why Comprehensive Screening Matters

May 16, 2016

Perhaps one of the most important aspects of the hiring process is employee integrity screening. When you work with a top-notch temporary staffing firm, such as LaborWorks, this is a key service that cannot be overstated or overlooked. There are a few key reasons why you should select a staffing agency that excels at conducting…

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Temporary Staffing Showing No Signs of Slowing Down

May 2, 2016

In-depth study by CareerBuilder indicates strong growth for temporary staffing in 2016 and beyond LaborWorks believes that temporary staffing fills a crucial need for the employer and the worker. It allows the employer to get the job done, while providing the worker with the experience he or she needs to grow their career. This message…

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3 Reasons to Consider Temporary Work in 2016

December 31, 2015

Happy New Year! It’s time to toast to a happier, healthier, more successful year. So while you make your resolutions to hit the gym, eat better, and break bad habits, consider a change in your work place as well. Here are 3 reasons why you should consider temporary work in 2016.   It allows you…

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Temporary Staffing – Low Risk, High Return

July 1, 2015

Low risk, high reward opportunities are rare.  Believe it or not, temporary staffing is one of them. Attracting, training, and retaining quality workers is no small feat—and for many employers, a major challenge.  From interviews and paperwork, to training and benefits, a substantial amount of time and money goes into each and every hire.  Temporary…

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Keeping Employees Safe and Cool

June 17, 2015

Summer has officially arrived and temperatures are creeping up.  While the warmer weather brings sun and fun, it can also present serious safety issues for your workers—particularly those whose main tasks are performed outside.  Fortunately, there are several simple practices you can implement to keep your employees safe, cool, and productive. Educate Workers about Heat…

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Core Values Spotlight: Warren Martin

February 12, 2015

The following article, written by Karen Turner, highlights one of LaborWorks’ temporary workers who received a full-time position with Western Container Corporation. Congrats Warren on all your hard work! “Life is a journey; we need to enjoy it for we get only one chance. This is one of my mantras and when I sit and…

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