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Hiring For The Holidays: How To Meet Seasonal Workforce Demands

The holidays are a joyous time with lights twinkling on every street corner and stores full of shoppers eager to find that “perfect gift.”While spirits are brighter than ever, so too is demand for goods and services, which in a tight labor market, one of the tightest in modern history, makes managing that demand challenging. With the talent pool dwindling by the minute, how can companies meet seasonal workforce demands? Hiring for the holidays doesn’t have to make you feel like the Grinch; here are five tips to help you secure the workers you need. Hiring For The Holidays: 5 Tips To Keep You Merry  #1 Think Outside Of The (Gift) Box  When it comes to hiring for the holidays, especially in 2021, employers must think outside of the box. Instead of only hiring perfectly qualified candidates that check every box, open up seasonal roles… [Read More]

The Vaccine Mandate: How to Keep Your Company Compliant

COVID numbers have been dropping for weeks, but that doesn’t mean the pandemic is over. In some cities, masks are to be worn indoors except when eating or drinking. Many workplaces still require proof of vaccination. We’ve whipped up a handy guide for employers looking to keep employees safe by staying CDC compliant with the vaccine mandate.  But first, what are the current rules and guidelines? They change so frequently, so where do things stand right now?  CDC Workplace Guidelines and The Vaccine Mandate Not every COVID-curbing rule is upheld—or enforced—in every part of the country. For example, southern states are far more relaxed about these guidelines than cities and states in the Pacific Northwest, New England, and parts of the Midwest. That said, there are things you can do to keep your employees safe regardless of where you are headquartered.  Depending on the nature… [Read More]

How to Find Talent: Narrowing Down the Right Contingent Worker

In a world that is becoming increasingly volatile and unpredictable, many business leaders are turning towards a contingent workforce to meet the demands of their industry. For those that are not familiar, a contingent worker is someone who is hired for a fixed period of time. There are three significant categories of contingent workers: temp workers, consultants, and independent contractors.  There are numerous advantages to hiring contingent workers from the employer’s perspective, including financial savings, skill acquisition, and flexibility. One of the main reasons why businesses seek out contingent workers is that they need specific talent to perform certain skills. According to a 2018 report by ManpowerGroup, 45% of employers can’t find the skills they need. Hiring contingent workers may be the best solution, however, determining how to find talent and securing the right person for each role is easier said than done. Here are… [Read More]

What Is An Advantage Of Hiring Contingent Workers?

Today’s business world requires employers to be flexible, adapting quickly to changing needs. What is an advantage of hiring contingent workers? Hiring contingent workers is an excellent way for business owners to remain agile, fill talent gaps, have the help they need when they need it. The ability to pivot quickly is more important now than ever as the world navigates a global pandemic with a tight labor market. To fully harness the power of the contingent workforce, business leaders must first understand the different types of contingent workers, the advantages of hiring contingent workers, and all of the potential pitfalls.  Types Of Contingent Workers  There are three significant categories of contingent workers: temp workers, consultants, and independent contractors.  Temp workers are ideal for project-based assignments or seasonal workloads. These workers range from lab assistants to quality assurance testers and sales associates to help teams… [Read More]

Contingent Workforce Management: 5 Mistakes to Avoid

Contingent workforce management requires a different set of leadership skills than a traditional HR strategy for W2 employees. Many employers see the value contingent workers bring to their organization, but shy away from the opportunity to employ them. This is often a result of confusion around rules and regulations. Working with a partner like NexusCW is a great way to facilitate the process correctly. However, it’s also helpful to understand where most companies go wrong to set yourself up for success before launching your candidate search.  Even if you have an experienced contingent workforce management team, you may still be making some of these common errors. Here’s an in-depth look at what not to do when making your next contingent hire. Read on for our top five mistakes companies make when hiring contingent workers. 1. Paying Below Market Value Most contingent workforce management teams understand… [Read More]

The Employee Hiring Process: Why You Should Consider Hiring on A Trial Basis

Hiring a new employee is a considerable risk for any business. Between training the new worker, purchasing equipment to accommodate their duties, and providing healthcare, the average cost to hire is well over $4,000. With such a significant financial investment, you may find yourself wondering, “Is there a way to “test out” a new staff member before bringing them on board with a salary, 401k, and benefits?” As it turns out, there is a way to do this.  During the employee hiring process, employers may elect to hire individuals on a trial basis. Hiring on a trial basis involves taking on a worker for a set period before evaluating whether or not to hire them as a full-time employee. Predicting how well someone will fit within a role and company based on an interview is challenging, and even the best interviewers get it wrong sometimes. … [Read More]

How To Hire International Workers

Running a successful business involves increasing efficiencies, reducing costs, and focusing on core competencies. Many US firms opt to hire international workers on a floating basis for their expertise and availability to accomplish the latter. Workers in other countries also benefit from the flexibility that remote work provides and competitive wages and work/life balance.  While there are many benefits to hiring foreign workers, the legal process can be challenging. With the growing use of technology facilitating remote work more than ever before, it’s imperative that organizations understand how to properly hire and pay international workers. Step 1 – Begin the interview process  Hiring any type of employee takes a significant amount of time, so it’s best to start early. You’ll want to get ahead by scheduling multiple Skype or Zoom interviews. It’s essential to ensure that candidates have the right technology and communication abilities conducive… [Read More]

Foreign Workers: How to Hire On A Contingent Basis

Hiring foreign workers is becoming increasingly popular for US organizations. It allows them to widen their talent pool, gain diverse perspectives, and avoid many of the costs and hassles associated with full-time employees. But what happens when those contingent workers are from another country? If there is a shortage of skilled workers to fulfill a job opening, looking for staff outside of the US may seem tempting; after all, the world is becoming more globalized by the minute. Hiring foreign workers on a contingent basis offers many benefits to businesses. Still, they must understand the process and regulations required by the US Department of Labor before they say, “you’re hired.” Keep reading for our step-by-step guide to hiring contingent workers in other countries. Hiring Foreign Workers: A Step By Step Guide  Hiring contingent foreign workers can be a challenge, but this simple step-by-step guide will… [Read More]

Why Offering Contingent Workers Benefits Is Good For Business

If you’re a large organization, you likely took advantage of contingent workers to fill gaps in your operations before COVID. With the explosion of gig workers and the many benefits they provide, it just makes sense to outsource. Why pay a full-time employee a salary with benefits, paid time-off, and retirement savings if you don’t need to? It seems as though the business world is turning to contract workers more than ever before, as 30% of the entire US workforce is comprised of gig workers, and 22% of self-employed professionals have multiple revenue streams. The influx of telecommunications capabilities and decentralization are significant factors in the increase, with COVID only adding heat to the fire.  Contingent work arrangements offer a host of benefits to employers as well as employees. Remote gig workers enjoy flexibility in where they live and work at any given time, while… [Read More]

Contingent Workforce Trends In 2021

Though our country’s economic future remains uncertain due to COVID-19, businesses are rising to the occasion pivoting their operations toward a contingent workforce to adapt to every twist and turn that the pandemic has thrown them.    For many companies, adapting means securing the right talent at the right time. To do this, firms may choose to engage in co-employment arrangements. Co-employment or contingent employment is where a contract employee works for both a business and a staffing agency concurrently. Co-employment arrangements allow busy companies to provide co-employees’ duties, day-to-day schedules, and expectations. Simultaneously, the staffing agency handles personnel matters such as onboarding, payroll, sick leave, and benefits. Though much remains uncertain as we head forge ahead in 2021, it’s clear that organizations are evolving and adapting to the new “normal.” Here’s what to expect regarding the contingent workforce.  The Top Contingent Workforce Trends For… [Read More]

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