Turning a temp position into a permanent one (Part II)

As mentioned in our September 16 blog, temporary workers often enjoy their jobs so much that they want to become full-time employees. Making this happen, of course, is never guaranteed; numerous factors can influence a person’s ability to get hired on a permanent basis—many of which are outside the person’s control (e.g., state of the […]
Turning a temp position into a permanent one (Part I)

Temporary jobs are the perfect solution for many individuals. The reasons, of course, can vary widely. Perhaps the schedule and hours fit well with a person’s daily commitments and routines. Maybe a worker prefers the versatility and flexibility that often define temp jobs. And sometimes individuals have long-term plans whereby their employment needs are limited […]
Go Temp-to-Perm to Find Your New Hire . . . But Do This First

This year 46% of companies plan to use temporary employees at some point in 2015. While many of them may truly only need short-term help for a spike in business (such as accounting firms during tax season), using a temp can also be a great way to assess a temp-to-perm opportunity – turning a seasonal […]
Trial Period for Employees? Consider Temp-to-Perm.

We’re all accustomed to trial periods for software programs, 30-day return policies for appliances, and easy refunds for clothes we return. But what about new employees? It’s hard to imagine parting ways with a recent hire after a few short weeks, even if you’re sure it isn’t working out well. Not only can it be […]