Daydreaming about the big weekend? That’s not the only thing that can get you in trouble at work. Misinterpreting what defines “summer casual dress code” is another. Whether just on Fridays or all week long, warm weather often means a casual dress code at the office. So if you are lucky enough to work for […]
Don’t Miss Long Island Temps at the HIA-LI Trade Show!
Long Island’s biggest B2B trade show is coming next Thursday, May 19, 2016 and from the looks of things, there won’t be a dull moment! Everyone who’s anyone in Long Island business will be there… so stop by our Booth #530 and let’s talk about how we can fill your temporary, temp-to-hire or direct hire […]
Long Island Temps’ Robert Graber Honored as Top CEO 2016
On May 12, 2016, Long Island Business News hosts the TOP CEO AWARDS at the Crest Hollow Country Club, in Westbury, from 6:00p.m. to 9:30p.m. Long Island Temps is not only sponsoring this notable evening, but is humbled and proud to announce that its own CEO, Robert Graber, has been named a TOP CEO honoree. […]
Is that a Stress Ball in Your Pocket…or Are You Just Unhappy to See Me?
April is Stress Awareness Month, and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that long hours at work, a difficult or unappreciative supervisor, a long commute…or all of the above… could add up to some serious stress. So now is the perfect time to take a deep breath, step back, and evaluate whether […]
Who hasn’t occasionally daydreamed at their desk of the perfect office prank? How many times have you caught yourself thinking “If only I could do this to Mr. Big” or “Wouldn’t it be hysterical if I did that to Ms. Crabapple?” Admit it. You’ve probably imagined everything from innocent funny pranks to, well, elaborate sinister […]
Don’t Freak Out When You Need It – Update Your Resume Now!
Unless you’re actively searching for a new job, you probably haven’t touched – let alone looked at – your resume since your last interview. You’re comfortable, you’re earning good money and you’re happy. Why even bother updating your resume? Unfortunately, no one can predict the future. You never know when the CEO of an exciting […]
Sidney Weinberg, head of Goldman Sachs from the 1930s to 1960s, had a huge impact on the firm’s growth into an international giant. However, he didn’t always enjoy a view from the top. In fact, Mr. Weinberg started out at the very bottom – as a janitor’s assistant. He began his tenure at Goldman Sachs […]
The hiring process can be grueling, and by the time you begin discussing compensation you may be tempted to simply land the job – as long as the pay is reasonable. Resist this urge and push forward with a proactive negotiation strategy. Otherwise, you risk leaving a significant amount of money on the table. According […]
Why Passive Candidates Might Be Better in the Long Run
Passive candidates that are not actively looking for a new job are some of the hardest talent to land. However, making the extra effort to reach out to these people can result in bringing on a valuable new asset to your company, who will remain employed with you in the long run. The truth about […]
According to a recent study conducted by PwC, millennials are expected to comprise half of the global workforce by 2020 and like generations before them, these men and women share an all-new set of workplace values and career expectations. Millennials have been labeled as ‘entitled’ – expecting the red carpet to be rolled out for […]