Blog - Masis Staffing

15 Aug Want a job working from home? Here’s what you need to know.

Posted at 07:00h in Employees, Job Seekers

With over 3.9 million Americans now working from home, for many people, the idea is incredibly appealing. You may have visions of waking up at whatever time you want while doing work in their pajamas, sitting on the couch. While it has its perks, working from home isn’t all roses. There are a few things to keep in mind before you accept a remote position.

08 Aug How a recruiter can help you land your dream job

Posted at 07:00h in Job Seekers

If you are on the hunt for a new job, stuck in one that you don’t really like, chances are, part of what is holding you back is the fact that searching for a new job is not fun. It’s time-consuming, discouraging, and more often than not, leads to a few disheartening letdowns and rejections that you really weren’t expecting. What if we told you that you didn’t have to navigate it alone and that there was someone available to help you land your dream job? Introducing the recruitment firm. Not just for large corporate executives or first-time employees, there are many ways a recruiter can help you land a new job, no matter where you are in your career trajectory.

01 Aug 3 ways to know you aren’t built for a desk job

Posted at 07:00h in Employees, Job Seekers

For many of us, the classic 9-5 job life at the office is alluring:

you have your evenings and weekends free
you get to leave work and go home when the five o’clock rolls around
the job comes with vacation, holiday, and health benefits
and a paycheck

However, this working style can be stressful if it’s not the right fit for you. Here are some things to watch for to indicate that you might need a different type of working environment:

25 Jul 4 Things to do after a job rejection

Posted at 07:00h in Job Seekers

It’s the moment you have been waiting for: the call about the dream job you interviewed for last week! Everything about the job was exactly what you wanted and having left the interview feeling like it went well, you were awaiting the call with good confidence in your chance for success. Unfortunately, though, the call starts with “we’re sorry to say . . .” and then you know what comes next. While it is disappointing, it happens to all of us and more important than the outcome is what you do with it when you receive it. Here’s how to make the most of the rejection call so you can succeed the next time.

18 Jul How can you write a resume that will get noticed by a hiring manager?

Posted at 07:00h in Job Seekers

Many of you will probably agree, that writing resumes is no fun. It’s time-consuming, and in many cases, seems like a futile effort when you just keep getting rejection emails or don’t get a call for the job. The good news though, is that with a bit of focus on your resume and how you craft it, you can start expecting to get more callbacks and actually get noticed and not just sent to the discard pile.

11 Jul What is the importance of an exit interview?

Posted at 07:00h in Employees

Whether you have recently resigned, or you're simply coming to the end of your job contract, leaving a workplace comes with a few formalities you should be aware of. One of those is often the exit interview. And while you may not be interested in talking too much about your looming last day of work, there are several reasons why the exit interview is important.

04 Jul How to choose the right recruitment agency

Posted at 07:00h in Employers

When it comes to building your business, few things end up being more important than your staff. It’s your staff who are in the thick of it day in and day out, and you want to know you have the right people in those positions. The best thing you can do is find a recruitment agency who you are confident with to take on the task of finding the right talent for your team. Develop a relationship with the recruitment team and pretty soon you’ll have a great staff behind your company. Here’s how to choose the right agency:

27 Jun When is it okay to turn down a job offer?

Posted at 07:00h in Job Seekers

Given how exciting it is to be the successful applicant for a new job, not to mention how much of a relief it is to finally get a job after multiple interviews, it can seem counter-intuitive to turn a job down. But if you find yourself in a situation where you are considering that it might be in your best interest to turn down a job offer, it’s totally okay. Here are some scenarios where this may happen:

20 Jun 4 ways to know it’s time to leave your job

Posted at 07:00h in Employees

Sometimes the reason you should be leaving your job is related to your personal development and growth, or your personal well-being. Other times it is related to external influences such as the team or work culture. Here are a few ways to know if it might be the right time to move on.

13 Jun 4 communication skills critical for getting hired in the workplace

Posted at 07:00h in Employees, Job Seekers

The increasing amount of work performed online and the quick advancement of technology in the workplace means it is becoming simpler than ever to stay behind a screen. Interaction with your boss happens via email and instant message at the office, you text your co-workers and colleagues, and orders from clients come through your online ordering platform. Despite all of this, if you want to move up in your career, honing your professional communication skills is a critical step. Here’s what you need to focus on: