August 2020 – LPC Personnel

Running a business is hard work. Even if you have a fully staffed team and everything seems to be operating smoothly, there could still be some underlying issues at hand, the eradication of which could empower your business to thrive. Sometimes, that means bringing in an outside source like a staffing agency.

Many companies across the US work with staffing firms to help find the best possible talent for their team. In fact, according to a recent survey, around half of all hiring managers said they planned to increase their use of staffing firms over the next five years – and for good reason. Staffing agencies do more than simply place workers into your open positions. Partnering with one can present a number of benefits that help your business operate at full capacity in both the short and long term. But how do you know when you need one?

There are some telltale signs that your operation could benefit from the help of a staffing agency. Here are some of them!

Low Retention Rates

Are you finding that you are having to replace your staff every few months? Low retention rates can lead to a number of other problems, most notably the excessive time, energy and money spent on replacing your staff. The average cost per hire is around $4,000 – but the cost of replacing a bad hire can be up to ten times more. Also, consistently bringing in new team members makes it difficult to establish a strong company culture.

Good recruiters, like the dedicated team working at LPC, will go out of their way to find candidates that are well-suited for the position, and won’t present you with any talent that they don’t believe to be a good match. It is not their goal to make as many placements as possible, although it is a welcomed side effect! At the end of the day it is the recruiters’ objective to make matches that are mutually beneficial and long-lasting, so that you don’t have to worry about replacing your team on a regular basis.

Low Employee Engagement

Having a fully staffed operation is step one, but having a team that is motivated, communicative and collaborative can make a world of difference. Having a company culture of high employee engagement can lend itself to many other positive aspects. Employees that enjoy their jobs contribute to higher productivity levels, better teamwork, lower absenteeism and higher company loyalty. Alternatively, employees that aren’t engaged will likely produce the opposite results.

Recruiters have years of experience placing candidates into positions that they are not only qualified for, but that will be a good cultural fit for the overall team. This will allow them to integrate into the team more naturally – and relieve some of your management headache.

When you find your hires through a staffing agency, you can be sure that they have been pre-screened thoroughly and you will only meet with candidates that the recruiting professional truly believes would be a positive addition to your team – we aren’t in the business of wasting your time!

Hard-to-Fill Openings

Depending on the industry and position, some jobs can be a piece of cake to fill. Whether the job in question doesn’t require much experience, has flexible hours or any number of other attractive qualities, there are some positions that can get filled within hours. However, the people that fill those jobs aren’t always the most qualified for the role. In addition, there are some roles that don’t garner as much interest or are a harder sell, which can leave positions open for much longer than you would hope.

Either way, a staffing agency can help you find the perfect candidate for these hard-to-fill situations. They have the resources available to present your positions in an appealing way and in the most effective spaces. They can also help find better matches for those easy-to-fill jobs – so you can be sure your operation is running as effectively as possible.

Your Company is Going Through Changes

Is your company taking on a new project? Maybe you are expanding into a new territory? Or perhaps you are pivoting into a new industry?

If your company is going through any sort of significant changes or restructuring, it may be beneficial to partner with a staffing agency to assist with any personnel changes and make the process much smoother. Especially in the beginning stages of a new venture, it’s important to have a strong workforce to represent your company and to avoid as many bumps as possible. Working with recruiters that have experience staffing virtually every professional situation can be very helpful when you have a lot on your plate.

Do any of these sound familiar? If you think your company could benefit from the help of a staffing agency, LPC would be happy to help. We have over 30 years of experience in logistics, supply chain and customer service staffing in the Greater Houston Area – contact us today to get started.

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Keeping employees engaged and motivated at work isn’t always a walk in the park – in fact, around 85% of employees have reported that they don’t feel engaged at work. It often takes some trial and error to find the right combination of tactics that work for your team. Placing a focus on onboarding, celebrating achievements and building a strong workplace culture are all ways that an employer can do to encourage engagement. However, working with a staffing agency is step one in building a team that comes to work every day excited and motivated.

Engaged employees are more profitable, more productive and note higher job satisfaction, all of which make a manager’s job that much easier. For these reasons, it is in every employer’s best interest to take it into consideration.

Here are some of the ways that working with a staffing agency can ensure your staff is engaged.

Candidate Experience

A positive professional experience starts during the recruitment process. Candidates that have a good experience while working with a recruiter are not only going to be better prepared and equipped for the job, but they will go into the position with a positive mindset and will be more likely to feel engaged.

Candidates that have a bad taste in their mouths from the recruitment experience could potentially carry a negative attitude into the position, making it harder for employers to motivate them. Working with a staffing agency that creates positive and memorable experiences for every job seeker that walks through their doors is key in laying the groundwork for their workplace engagement.

Finding the Right Candidates

One of the biggest contributors to low employee engagement is when workers aren’t well-suited (or interested) for the position they have been hired for. However, if you don’t have the time or resources to find, interview and hire quality candidates yourself, this can often be the reality.

Staffing agencies go out of their way to source and screen candidates that are qualified and eager to work, and will never place a candidate in a position that they aren’t a good fit for. Specialized agencies know their specific industries inside and out, and understand what qualities are needed for a truly successful match. Having qualified and hardworking candidates on your team are not only more likely to contribute to a more engaged and motivated workforce, but they can also help improve your bottom line – it’s a win-win!

Temporary Workers Can Bring Enthusiasm

If your current employees have lost their motivation or enthusiasm at work, bringing in some temporary staff can help breathe new life into a project. Sometimes, a little bit of redistribution of talent is exactly what a workplace needs to get re-engaged. Whether that means bringing in temporary employees for a special project so that your full-time staff can focus, or integrating some temporary employees into your team to revitalize the work environment, temp workers can play a role in boosting employee engagement.

Staffing agencies like LPC are well-versed in both permanent and temporary employment. Whatever your specific needs are, you can be sure that we can find the right solution to make your workplace as successful as possible.

They Can Act as Consultants

Recruiters do much more than simply place candidates into positions – they are well-rounded job search professionals! Fostering a relationship with a staffing agency means you have seasoned veterans in your network who can offer you advice, not only pre-hire, but post-hire as well.

Recruiters are happy to provide ongoing guidance for both job seekers and employers, long after they have completed the hiring process. Remember: recruiters have extensive knowledge in the industry and have close relationships with candidates. This means they can typically offer employers some valuable insight in regards to what candidates need in a work setting in order to feel supported and engaged.

LPC Personnel has been staffing the Greater Houston Area for over 30 years and are experts in making positive, long-lasting placements in a variety of industries. If you are looking to add some talent to your team, don’t hesitate to reach out today!