Whether you’ve just finished your nursing training and have received your first job offer, or you’re a veteran nurse with years of experience with multiple employers, negotiating a higher salary…
Are you looking for your next opportunity in healthcare? Whether you’re a Registered Nurse, a CNA, a surgical technologist, or anything in between, tackling the job search alone can be…
As we wind down 2022 and look the year ahead, many of us are setting goals for the New Year, both personal and professional. Setting goals is simply the best…
Tis the season… flu season, that is. As cold and flu season bears down upon us, it’s important that your healthcare facility is prepared. That includes your nursing staff, support…
The construction industry changes every year as new technology emerges and economic, environmental, and socioeconomic conditions change. The last few years have been unpredictable, with social distancing regulations necessitating policy…
As the Baby Boomers retire and much of Generation Z graduates from high school and college, Gen Z is poised to shape the workforce – in the United States and…
Travel nursing has always been a fairly popular niche within the nursing field. And it’s no wonder why – travel nurses get to see all corners of the country, explore…
Have staffing and recruiting been on your mind lately? Are you a podcast fan? Why not listen to a few of the best staffing and recruiting podcasts the next time…
In today’s digital job market, it can seem like cover letters are unnecessary, or overkill. Why send a cover letter when you’ve already included your resume, which covers everything a…
If you’ve paid any attention to the news over the past year or so, you know there are a lot of issues surrounding the economy and employment. Ongoing supply chain…
We’ve seen an increased push for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the past few years – and that’s a good thing for businesses and job seekers alike. Along with…
The main reason to prioritize workplace safety at your facility is obvious: to prevent injuries and keep your employees safe while they’re on the job. But there’s a hidden benefit…
Travel nursing is a dynamic, exciting, and adventurous career choice. But it’s not all glamorous, especially as we approach the holiday season. If you’re considering a career as a travel…
Your company’s core values are central to everything you do. And they’re just as important for guiding your leadership as they are for attracting and retaining the best people in…
There’s no question we’re dealing with a tough hiring market right now. Call it The Great Resignation, the Sansdemic, the Great Re-Evaluation… the fact is that candidates have the leverage…
Being a good communicator will help you in multiple ways throughout life, your professional life included. When you think about it, everything you do related to work involves communicating, whether…
A shortage of nurses existed before COVID-19, but the pandemic certainly highlighted the problem – and made it worse. Demand for nurses and other healthcare professionals is expected to grow…
In your job search, you’re always aiming to set yourself apart from the competition and be different from the sea of candidates a company is likely interviewing. But what really…
We tend to spend a lot of time preparing in advance for an interview, including those that are held over the phone. Polishing your resume, going over common interview questions…
When was the last time you considered your company’s core values? Did you set them many years ago, when your business didn’t look the same as it does now? It…
Sometimes, the term “travel nursing” conjures images of venturing far and wide, seeing every corner of the country and exploring a new city every few months. And for many travel…
Let’s face it: We’ve all had a tough couple of years. From the pandemic to widespread societal changes to a tough employment market, there are a variety of challenges we…
In today’s difficult labor market, it’s tough to attract great employees. Recruiting is harder than ever thanks to the cultural and societal shifts that have occurred over the past few…
Have you been feeling unmotivated at work recently? Discouraged, unfocused, disinterested? It happens to the best of us. But letting these feelings fester will only make things worse – you’ll…
Happy employees are more motivated to do great work, more likely to support their team members and collaborate, and less likely to seek work elsewhere. It goes without saying that…
Ready to jumpstart your job search and find a new role that lets you thrive? It’s a great time to do it. In today’s candidate-driven market, employees have the leverage.…
Using an employment agency to help solve your hiring challenges is a smart move – it saves you time, money, and headaches. But partnering with a staffing firm is just…
In many cases, a phone interview is the first interaction you will have with a company, usually preceding an in-person or video interview. And the phone interview is also the…
It might seem like “company culture” is nothing more than a buzzword, a common turn of phrase that floats around the working world without really meaning anything. But this could…
When you hire, you are looking for people who will be successful within your organization, people with the skills necessary to move your facility forward. Hard skills are an essential…
Finding and hiring great people is one of the most difficult undertakings for almost any company. Go it alone, and you might find that you are spending more money –…
Travel nursing is an exciting career path that allows you to use your skills in a variety of settings while exploring various parts of the country. But is it financially…
Like it or not, we are still amid The Great Resignation. Employees have been leaving their jobs in record numbers for some time, and the trend seems likely to continue.…
Are you looking for a new job? We understand that it can be frustrating, time-consuming, and lonely. Filling out application after application, tailoring resume after resume, oftentimes never to hear…
Travel nursing is an exciting, rewarding, dynamic career choice. If you’re interested in this profession, it can seem a little daunting – we get it. So, how does one get…
When you go about the sourcing and hiring process alone, it can be hard to find the people you want and need. You probably feel like you’re pulling from a…
Is employee turnover a problem at your organization? One reason for that might be a lack of flexibility in your scheduling. In order to retain your best employees, rather than…
Are you a pro when it comes to networking? Or could your networking skills use a tune-up? Here are five tips for improving your networking skills: #1: Use social media…
You’ve got an interview lined up – congratulations. Since it’s likely you’ll be talking with someone either face to face, on the phone, or over a video call, it’s vital…
Is your job search stressing you out? We can’t blame you. Hunting for a new position can be anxiety-inducing and time-consuming as you prepare your resume, fill out endless forms,…
How transparent is your staffing partner? How much do you know about their recruitment process and their sourcing methods? Are you familiar with how their recruiters operate on your organization’s…
Burnout in the healthcare profession is at a record high as the ripple effects of the pandemic continue to be felt. As an employer, it’s up to you to address…
Before you embark on your job hunt, it’s a good idea to clean up your social media presence. Why? Because, like it or not, potential employers may look at your…
Have you ever considered partnering with a staffing firm to source and hire top talent? There are many benefits to doing so. You’ll find qualified candidates quickly and reduce your…
How often – and how well – do you show appreciation for your employees? Your staff needs to be recognized for the important and lifesaving work they do. It’s not…
Travel nurses are in high demand right now, and it’s an exciting and dynamic part of the healthcare profession that many are interested in exploring. But it’s not for everyone.…
There are countless studies that prove company culture has an effect on your employees’ happiness. To put it simply, organizations that have a positive work culture are more productive, financially…
Do you feel like you never find quite the right fit when you’re job hunting? You might even feel like that in the job you’re currently working. Whether you’re just…
If you’re feeling unmotivated at work – like you’ve fallen out of love with the job you once enjoyed – it can be quite frustrating. And it’s not as uncommon…
What kind of core values does your company live by? Or, a better question: How closely do you and your employees follow your company’s core values on a daily basis?…
Frequent employee turnover isn’t just costly. It has a very real effect on morale, and it can quickly drain your team’s motivation and work ethic. As the summer months approach,…
At some point or another, your team is going to face a challenge. Whether it’s a tough project or a key team member leaving, how you guide your team through…
Let’s be honest: The job hunt is no fun. Spending countless hours fine-tuning your resume and cover letter, tailoring the documents to each specific application, sending follow-up emails… all to…
Like it or not, you will spend a sizeable portion of your life at work. And the people who you spend it with matter – you want to get along…
As a member of leadership, part of your job is to help the employees under your purview reach their goals. Some of those goals can be accomplished in the short…
At Talent Corps, we provide the people who make America work. Our mission is to provide capable, committed employees who are ready to deliver results for our customers – you.…
Let’s face it: most of us don’t like talking about ourselves, much less bragging about our skills, qualifications, or accomplishments. But the truth is, that’s exactly what a job interview…
Travel nursing is a fun, dynamic, exciting career choice. It also involves constantly putting the needs of others above your own, as do most nursing jobs. Over time, that kind…
Working as a travel nurse has many great benefits. High pay, a chance to see the country and explore new cities, the opportunity to work with a variety of teams,…
Career fatigue is a very real thing. It’s not uncommon for people to get tired of their jobs after a while, of doing the same thing day in and day…
Feel like you’re never hearing back when applying to jobs? It’s not that you’re a bad candidate – it might be that your resume isn’t up to par. When was…
You’re happy in your job. Why would you think of connecting with an employment firm? The truth is, there are many good reasons to chat with a recruiter, even if…
In some organizations, managers are more figureheads than leaders, and they tend to view their employees as nothing more than a number. They don’t think about the employees themselves; they…
Let’s face it: hiring is difficult, especially in today’s climate. It’s harder than ever to find qualified candidates that suit your needs. It’s time-consuming, and because a bad hire can…
The Great Resignation has affected industries of all types. Workers are leaving at record rates as the Baby Boomer generation retires and social and cultural changes give workers more reason…
Depending on the size and scope of a project or venture, time off for your employees can have a real impact. It can be difficult to keep up with production…
Travel nursing is an exciting and rewarding career path that allows you to see the country while utilizing your medical skills and experience to help others. One common question that…
When you go about the job search yourself, you’re finding the same construction jobs that everyone else is – you’re searching online and getting the same results as your competition.…
Do you ever feel like you have all the right qualifications, all the right skills, and the experience to back it up – but you still aren’t getting the job…
Any staffing agency can fill open roles with warm bodies. At Talent Corps, we take a different approach. We want to put our qualified candidates in front of the right…
A staffing firm can help your company with its hiring needs in a multitude of ways. And at the end of the day, it’s a smart business decision. When you…
Here at Talent Corps, everything we do is done adhering to our core values. One of those is adaptability, and we believe that every team needs to be passionate about…
You require your candidates to have certain “hard” skills in order to do their jobs effectively. Familiarity with the necessary equipment, knowledge of processes and procedures used on the job,…
Summertime is quickly approaching. And with the warm weather and long sunny days comes more time-off requests as employees take their summer vacations. Of course, you can’t have everyone taking…
Teamwork. It’s something that we too often take for granted. Teams, whether in the construction industry or another field entirely, need to work together to make things happen the right…
Does your medical facility need to hire qualified staff, fast? Going at it alone can be difficult and time-consuming. You’re not guaranteed to find the right fit in the tight…
Video interviews are more popular than ever, but phone interviews still happen quite frequently, too. Often, a phone interview comes first, followed by video interviews and then in-person interviews. So,…
Many people have been off work recently, whether it’s because of COVID-19 shutdowns, family reasons, or career changes. With more opportunities out there than ever, it’s a great time to…
Most healthcare professionals know about the major benefits of travel nursing. The pay is better than it ever has been, thanks to crisis rates, and you’ll enjoy other benefits like…
Plenty of employers are hiring right now. And that’s a good thing for job seekers—opportunities are plentiful and hiring managers are looking for qualified, motivated talent. So, why should you…
Springtime tends to equal increased production needs in industries like construction and manufacturing. And with turnover remaining relatively high in these sectors, companies often need to turn to augmented workforce…
Are you hiring? If you don’t have an employee referral program in place, it’s a good time to consider changing that. Referral programs are one of the best ways to…
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OR nurses are commonly referred to as scrub or surgical nurses. It is important to know that there are three different types of OR nurses with each having a demarcated…
When filling out job applications, there are a number of standard questions you can expect. There’s one you’ll frequently see, though, which may warrant further explanation. Why do employers ask…
Resumes are an essential part of your job search, allowing you to introduce yourself to a variety of employers. This begs the question: how do you write a resume? If…
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Safety is a major issue for construction workers in all trades. Each year, accidents happen frequently in the construction industry, and often times it is due to the absence of…
“IT WILL ONLY TAKE A MINUTE.” How often do we hear that phrase when we are speaking to others, or ourselves, about getting that one extra part of our task…
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By Bob Brandon, Talent Corps Vice President | Sales & Marketing At Talent Corps, we are continuously looking for ways to cultivate “the perfect company culture” so no employee ever…
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Changing careers after time away or post-COVID? Re-tooling after a layoff? Maybe you’re a new high school or college graduate exploring your options or chasing a dream you’ve had since…
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Electrician Jaime Lopez has been a Construction Talent employee for more than two years and an electrician for six. In 2019, he won the Talent Corps Mike Lyles Award which…
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