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The Power of Emotional Intelligence and Resilience in Manufacturing Leadership
In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing manufacturing industry, technical skills alone are not enough to drive success. The ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and lead with emotional intelligence and resilience has become just as critical. During a recent webinar hosted by FPC National, industry experts discussed how these qualities impact hiring, team performance, and overall business…
Read MoreBuilding Resilient and Emotionally Intelligent Teams in Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by technological advancements, workforce shifts, and market demands. While technical skills remain crucial, the ability to foster resilience and emotional intelligence (EI) within teams has become a key factor in ensuring long-term success. The ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and build strong relationships is more…
Read MoreGhosted by Candidates? Why Job Seekers Are Disappearing in the Dark & What Recruiters Can Do to Avoid Haunting Rejection
It’s Halloween, and while haunted houses and spooky stories may fill the air, there’s one terrifying reality that chills recruiters to the bone all year round: candidate ghosting. You’ve invested in the resume, the interview, the follow-up… and suddenly, poof! The candidate vanishes without a trace. It’s a nightmare recruiters and employers are facing more…
Read MoreEmbrace the Joy of Hiring: Why Hiring Managers Should Love the Process
Hiring. For many, it’s a task that conjures up images of tedious paperwork, endless interviews, and the stress of finding the perfect candidate. However, what if hiring doesn’t have to be a burden? In fact, hiring managers should embrace the process with open arms and a sense of excitement. Here’s why: Opportunity to Meet New…
Read MoreThe Happy Factor: How Happiness Fuels Success in Work and Business
In the fast-paced world of business, success is often measured by metrics such as revenue, profits, and market share. However, there’s a hidden ingredient that plays a crucial role in achieving these outcomes: happiness. Yes, you read that right – happiness isn’t just a fluffy concept; it’s a powerful catalyst for success in the workplace…
Read MoreSocial Proof: The Job-Seeker’s Secret Weapon
Sure, your resume touts your amazing accomplishments and highlights your impressive skill sets. And why shouldn’t it? You are in full control of every word of your personal narrative. You say you’re an excellent communicator, and you increased sales by 500%, and you know everything there is to know about best practices in your field…
Read MoreBecome a Talent Magnet: How to Attract and Retain High Performers in a Tight Job Market
As the unemployment rate in the U.S. plunges to near-historic lows, companies are ramping up their efforts to attract top talent. Competition is increasing and candidates are becoming more selective when choosing the next stops on their career paths. With fewer quality candidates on the market and more companies vying to win them over, you…
Read MoreEnd-of-Year Workforce Planning
3 strategies you can use right now to build a powerful workforce in 2023 When it comes to executive recruiting and workforce planning, the environment is about to become much more heated. As 2022 races toward the finish line, there is a quiet calm that will give way to an explosive hunt for top talent…
Read MoreHow to Make Sure Your Workplace Supports the Differently-Abled.
By Elijah Dawson, Contributor In today’s day and age where workplace diversity and inclusion are such a big deal, it makes sense to want to rethink whether your workplace really does cater to people from all backgrounds. Courtesy of FPC, here’s what to do if you feel that your company is not as inclusive as…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Humanize the Recruiting Process
The case for eliminating video interviews By Jeff Herzog, President of FPC National If you feel like the recruiting and job interviewing process has become impersonal, cold, and distant, you are not alone. As the rate of video interviewing and electronic applications rose during the pandemic, candidates’ feelings of disengagement and isolation increased as well.…
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