Michigan Spring Brings Potholes, Construction and Jobs

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After winter in Michigan we have another season – commonly referred to as “construction season” – when drivers will see an influx of traffic cones and road flaggers helping them navigate the way to their destinations. A bulk of construction is around road repairs, but more and more it’s also building and infrastructure construction causing […]

Michigan’s Skilled Trade Gap Reaching Crisis Levels

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A few weeks ago our client had an opening for a diesel mechanic position we were trying to fill through our staffing division. We contacted nearly 800 potential candidates before finding one qualified, available worker. One. I wish I could say this is an isolated incident, but it isn’t. It’s becoming the norm and it’s […]

4 Ways to Prove Your Employer Hired the Right Person

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Congratulations, you’ve landed the job! You’ve passed the first interview round and employment is yours, but there are more interviews to nail. From the first day at your new job, your boss and coworkers will be looking for signs that they made the right decision in hiring you and you need to prove them right. Set […]