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What Is Workplace Wellness? A Company Wellness Program That Benefits Everyone

In recent years, wellness in the workplace has become a hot topic, including in the life sciences industry. While the movement began long before COVID-19, the pandemic put wellness into the spotlight, causing life sciences companies and professionals alike to view this need differently. Today, having a comprehensive workplace wellness program is increasingly essential. Along with supporting employees – which often leads to morale and productivity gains – it makes companies more attractive employers. During a tight labor market and pervasive skill gaps, workplace wellness programs can set organizations apart from competitors. Here’s an overview of what workplace wellness is and how the right program can benefit your life sciences company. What Is Workplace Wellness? While the concept is admittedly a bit ambiguous, workplace wellness generally refers to the creation of policies and development of offerings that are explicitly designed to support employee health, including physical, mental, and emotional. Often, this includes protocols ......

See How Our Staffing Services Can Enhance Your Business

Finding top defense talent is increasingly difficult for companies that handle their own hiring. The process of creating enticing job announcements, screening applicants, and coordinating interviews is cumbersome at best and often pulls hiring managers away from other critical responsibilities. Fortunately, there is a better strategy. By partnering with the Staffing Resource Group, you get a team of skilled recruiters that can connect you with highly qualified defense candidates quickly. Plus, our staff is adept at creating vacancy announcements that stand out, offer an exceptional candidate experience, and can fully streamline your hiring process. If you’d like to learn more about how our staffing services can enhance your business, here’s a closer look at what the Staffing Resource Group brings to the table. Exceptional Communication Communication is a critical part of the hiring equation, both when it comes to the clients we serve and the candidates we connect with opportunities. At the Staffing ......

Are You Still Hiring? We Can Help

Today, life sciences companies are facing significant hiring challenges. A tight labor market combined with shifting views on work is making it difficult for organizations to find candidates. Couple that with pervasive skill gaps, and many life sciences companies are dealing with extended hiring timelines, often with seemingly little recourse. However, by partnering with SRG, life sciences organizations can meet their hiring goals faster. Additionally, they can reduce their internal recruitment workloads, freeing up managers and human resources teams to focus on other pressing matters. If you’re wondering how SRG can help you overcome hiring challenges in the life sciences sector, here’s what you need to know. SRG Forges Deep Relationships with Candidates and Clients At SRG, our team understands the importance of finding the absolute perfect fit when hiring. That’s why SRG focuses on forging deep, lasting relationships with both candidates and clients. Our recruiters spend time getting to know the ins ......

2022-09-07T16:42:34+00:00September 28th, 2022|Categories: Client Resources, Hiring Advice|Tags: , , |

Increasing Benefits While Decreasing Risk

Today, defense organizations are struggling to secure and retain the exceptional talent they need to thrive. In part, this is due to a broader labor shortage, which is hindering companies in nearly every industry. However, shifts in worker sentiment are also playing a role in the equation. Ultimately, the pandemic altered how the workforce views employers and how jobs fit into their overall lives. This is partially what spurred The Great Resignation, as employees began finding their employers lacking and, since it’s a candidate’s market, chose to head out in search of something better. While labor shortages will remain an issue for the foreseeable future, organizations do have the ability to alter their offerings to position themselves as employers of choice. Increasing benefits is a straightforward way to start, as it can show that a company is willing to do more to support the needs of its workforce. Additionally, certain benefits can effectively ......

3 Reasons Why You Should Be Choosing SRG For Your Career

When you’re looking for new opportunities in the defense industry, choosing the right approach is essential. Many defense candidates assume that managing a search on their own is the best option. However, job searches can be incredibly cumbersome, particularly if you’re currently employed. Additionally, by tackling it on your own, you may miss out on opportunities simply because you didn’t know where to look to find out about them. As a result, using another strategy is often wise. Here’s a look at why defense candidates should choose SRG when it comes time to forward their careers. 1. Access to More Opportunities SRG is a leading staffing services provider for the defense industry. As a result, a wide array of agencies and organizations rely on our team to help fill vacancies. By partnering with SRG as a job seeker, you gain access to opportunities that you may not be able to tap otherwise. Plus, ......

2022-09-07T16:40:16+00:00September 7th, 2022|Categories: Client Resources|Tags: , , , |

6 Conversations That You Can Have with Your Employees to Improve Retention

In the aftermath of the pandemic and Great Resignation, many companies are continuing to struggle when it comes to retention. Top performers typically have options when it comes to their employers, causing many to seize the moment if they aren’t fully satisfied with their job. While some companies may assume that there’s little that they can do to keep workers from leaving, that isn’t the case. By having the right discussion with their team members, managers can play a significant role in improving retention. If you are wondering where managers should begin, here are six conversations that you can have with your employees that can make a genuine difference. 1. Favorite Responsibilities Asking an employee what they enjoy doing most doesn’t seem particularly powerful. However, it’s a chance for managers to learn about ways to create greater alignment between what workers like and what they’re asked to do. Plus, this conversation can remind ......

2022-08-23T18:15:38+00:00August 31st, 2022|Categories: Client Resources|Tags: , |

How to Create a Workplace That Attracts the Best Talent

When you want to tap into the best defense talent, having an inviting, comfortable workplace is essential. Otherwise, you’ll struggle to keep highly skilled professionals on board. Ultimately, exceptionally talented candidates have options when it comes to their employers. Since most prefer environments that support their success, defense companies need to ensure they’re meeting that need. Fortunately, it isn’t challenging to create a workplace that attracts the best talent. By cultivating the right culture and having the proper features, you can ensure that your company stands out from the pack. If you aren’t sure where to begin, here are some options to consider. Embrace Feedback and Recognition at Every Level Feedback and recognition are both powerful tools in the workplace. Well-delivered constructive criticism and active coaching by managers support the growth and development of defense professionals, all without any unnecessary tension. Regular recognition shows employees that their efforts are seen and appreciated, making ......

2022-08-23T18:15:26+00:00August 24th, 2022|Categories: Client Resources|Tags: , , |

Post-COVID Employee Handbook Updates to Make

COVID-19 substantially altered the workplace, requiring many companies to revise policies on the fly. While the pandemic is still a concern, the landscape is changing. As a result, it’s wise for employers to review their employee handbooks to see what permanent updates are necessary. Ultimately, an employee handbook only provides value to workers and employers if the information therein is accurate and reflects current conditions. If you aren’t sure what changes might be worthwhile, here is a look at some post-COVID employee handbook updates you might want to consider. Remote Work Updates If your organization either altered existing remote work policies due to the pandemic or instituted new telecommuting options in response to COVID-19, it’s time to ensure those changes are in the employee handbook. That can include anything from approval processes to dress codes for video meetings, ensuring all workers know precisely how they need to handle telecommuting. Ultimately, many companies are ......

4 Things You Can Do to Strengthen Your Candidate Screening Process

When you need to find a professional to fill a vacant position, ensuring you find a strong match the first time is essential. Fortunately, by incorporating the right defense candidate screening processes, identifying a right-fit job seeker is easier. If you want to take your screening process to the next level, here are four things you can do to strengthen it. 1. Perform Social Media Screenings Social media screenings allow you to learn more about a defense candidate’s personality and priorities, as well as their career. As you narrow down the list of applicants, take a moment to look them up on LinkedIn to gather details that didn’t fit on their resumes. Then, head to Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok to see if there is more to learn. Often, you’ll get insights about a job seeker’s capabilities, as well as their personality. As a result, you may have an easier time determining if ......

2022-07-19T15:30:23+00:00July 20th, 2022|Categories: Client Resources|Tags: , , , , |

The Benefits of Offering Employee Feedback

A surprising number of organizations don’t offer employees feedback outside of annual reviews. While assessing performance during that time is wise, failing to provide insights, guidance, or constructive criticism at other points means missing out on critical opportunities. Offering employees feedback early and often is a potent tool for ensuring the success of the organization and its workforce. If you’re wondering precisely what it provides, here’s a look at the benefits of offering employee feedback. Meet Expectations When it comes to factors that organizations often overlook, it’s employee expectations regarding feedback. Most professionals want organizational leaders to discuss their performance with them, particularly members of younger generations. Additionally, they aren’t just looking for praise, though that should be part of the equation. Instead, they want constructive insights that help them grow, develop, and, ultimately, advance. By providing employee feedback, you’re meeting the needs of a large segment of your workforce. That creates a ......