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How Working With a Staffing Agency Can Ensure Employee Engagement

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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!

 

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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!

 

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4 Ways Qualified Candidates Improve Your Bottom Line

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It can sometimes prove difficult to source exceptional candidates on your own – you have a lot on your plate! However, working with a staffing agency ensures that each and every candidate that we match to your positions is qualified, hard-working and dedicated to doing great work. Not only does hiring qualified candidates mean you can build a strong team and a more positive workplace culture, it can also end up saving you a good deal of money down the line in some unexpected ways.

 

Here are some of the top ways in which qualified candidates improve your bottom line.

 

They Contribute to Higher Retention Rates

 

Working with a staffing agency that understands what you are looking for in an employee means that those employees are more likely to stay with that position for longer. When you hire a candidate that is well suited for your position, the likelihood of them leaving – or you having to let them go – is dramatically lowered. Having high retention rates cuts down on costs because you won’t have to replace your workforce as often. The average cost per hire is around $4,000, so having to do this less frequently can end up saving you big time.

 

They Are Less Likely to Make Errors

 

Research shows that candidates who are not only good at their jobs, but work within a system of positivity, support and good leadership, are less likely to make costly mistakes. They are also more likely to learn from the mistakes they do make and are more receptive to feedback that will help improve their future performance. Employees that don’t feel engaged at their place of work, either due to their disinterest in the position or their poor relationships with other employees, are logarithmically more likely to make errors that can end up costing a company a great deal of money.

 

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Qualified Candidates Often Need Less Training

 

Candidates that have some background – or at least, some interest – in the position they are applying for typically need less training and are more likely to be a good fit. On average, training a new employee costs around $1,500. While it is a necessary part of any job, the opportunity to reduce this number even a little bit by hiring suitable candidates is a wise strategy.

 

This isn’t to say that job seekers with less experience should never apply for jobs that are outside of their training level, or that employers should not give those with less experience a chance because they don’t want to train them. At LPC Personnel, we believe in giving passionate, hardworking people a fair chance.

 

However, this simply means that those who are more susceptible to learning and listening, and who already have some background in the industry may need less training and attention from management. This allows them to dive into the job quicker and for you to get back to what you do best: managing an awesome team!

 

Happier Employees are More Productive and Profitable

 

When a candidate truly enjoys their position, they can be up to 13% more productive than if they were unhappy at work. Employees that are engaged and happy at work are not only more likely to be more productive, but they can increase company profits. A recent study has confirmed that when employees like their jobs and are positively immersed in the workplace culture, their productivity skyrockets and their presence can lead to higher overall profitability. LPC Personnel strives to only place candidates in positions that we truly believe to be a good overall fit for your company, to avoid any potential hiccups in efficiency.

 

Finding the right candidates starts with partnering with the right staffing agency. LPC Personnel has over 30 years of experience staffing the Greater Houston Area and would be happy to help you improve your bottom line through qualified, stable candidates. Contact us today to get started!

 

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How a Strong Logistics Team Improves Your Bottom Line

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With online shopping and an expectation of quick delivery becoming the new norm, businesses need to step up in order to meet customer demands. Business owners know that in order to keep their customers happy, they must deliver exceptional customer service and an unbeatable experience.

 

So, how do you make sure this happens? You can start by looking at the logistics process of your supply chain. Your logistics team is absolutely vital to your business’s success. A combination of a fool-proof logistics process and an experienced team will help your business reach new heights and improve your customers’ overall experience.

 

What is logistics?

 

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals defines logistics as part of the supply chain process that plans, implements and controls the efficient flow and storage of goods, services and related information. A logistics team manages these materials and information between the point of origin and point of consumption in order to meet the customer’s requirements. One of the key objectives behind logistics is that the customer receives the right product at the right time and place—all at the right quality and price.

 

Logistics and freight transport companies went on a hiring frenzy last year in May. To keep up with the skyrocketing demand in the U.S. shipping markets, they added 18,700 jobs. Now that consumers’ shopping habits have shifted towards e-commerce, companies need more workers and a logistics infrastructure that can support this demand.

 

Why should I care about logistics?

 

Your logistical process plays an important factor in your company’s profitability. While logisticians manage the movement of materials and goods, they’re also responsible for identifying any potential areas of improvement. They understand how to move products better, at a lower cost, as well as solve problems quickly and creatively as they arise.

 

With so much choice available on the market, when you fail to meet your customer’s demands, they will quickly turn to your competitors. Customers want high quality products at the right price, but they also expect quality customer service from start to finish. Regardless of whether your customers are purchasing your products online or offline, your products and delivered experience need to meet your customer’s expectations. When you have a professional and experienced logistics team on hand, you can feel assured that they will help you achieve these critical business objectives.

 

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How a great logistics team improves your business

 

It’s five times more expensive to acquire a new customer than it is to retain an existing customer. By increasing your customer retention rates by just 5%, you can increase your profits by 25 to 95%. Considering this, customer retention should be at the top of your priority list. If you consistently deliver the quality products and service that your customers know and love, they are more likely to stay loyal to you.

Let’s take online orders as an example. Customers like the convenience of being able to track their orders and receiving up-to-date alerts about them. If there are any delays due to weather or unforeseen events, customers appreciate being kept in the know. Your logistics team should have access to this type of information, which can make all the difference in the customer’s experience. When you keep your customers in the loop by offering special services and promotions, it is an easy way to strengthen your customer’s loyalty to you.

Lastly, logistics professionals develop partnerships with suppliers and secure competitive rates for materials and services. They identify and implement processes that are more efficient and strive to reduce business costs. They do all of this while still delivering quality products and services to customers – we can’t think of a reason to not want an amazing logistics team by your side.


What qualities should I look for in candidates for logistics jobs?

 

With so many changing and moving parts in this line of work, you need people with the right qualities and skills on your logistics team. When interviewing candidates for this role, take note of the qualities and skills listed below:

 

  • Managerial skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • IT skills to manage electronic data
  • Logical and organized approach to work (especially)

 

When operating a business, we know that finding the best people to hire can be challenging and time-consuming. Get in touch with us today if you need help! As well as knowing the right qualities required to build a powerhouse team, we also understand what candidates want from their employers, and can help find the perfect match.

 

Contact us today to find and hire quality candidates

 

At LPC Personnel, we specialize in finding top talent within the logistics industry. We’ve been doing this for over 30 years, so it is safe to say we understand your business needs and the type of talent you’re looking for. Contact us today so we can help you find your ideal candidate.

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