Unfortunately like most organizations, many members of our internal staff, clients, and field employees have been affected by this horrible disease. Their stories and experiences have inspired us to do our part to bring awareness and raise money for a cure!

“Breast Cancer awareness, prevention and hopefully a cure is very near and dear to me. I have had several family members and close friends affected by this deadly disease. My grandmother is a breast cancer survivor. She had a mastectomy at 81 and is currently cancer free. My mother in-law also has fought this battle…twice! She had a mastectomy and was cancer free for almost 5 years when she was diagnosed again with breast cancer but this time it was a different type. She once again had a mastectomy and then reconstructive surgery. My Aunt is currently in the fight as well. We are hopeful that her breast cancer was caught early enough and that she will make a full recovery. She has managed to keep her spirits up and is staying positive.

Many years ago I lost a very near and dear friend due to a misdiagnosed breast cancer. She was in her early 30’s and suffering from severe back pain. Her doctor never ordered a mammogram, he just kept prescribing her medication. Her cancer had gone undetected and eventually masticated to her backbone and she was gone within 6 weeks. Every woman should be her own advocate for her health care. Be insistent if you think something is wrong or could potentially be wrong. I am thankful that due to the history of breast cancer in my family my doctor ordered a mammogram baseline at 35.

I now participate in several fund raisers through out the year to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness. There are so many different ways you can get involved. I play in a women’s golf classic that raises over $8000 each year and that money stays local in Genesee County. I am also proud to be a part of the “Pink Night” each year in Flint, Michigan. Last year we raised over $54,000!! I am honored to walk each year in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk as well in honor of my friend Rhonda’s mom. We all wear shirts in memory of her.”

 

-Jennifer M. , Recruiting Manager

 

 

• Poor hygiene. Whether you arrive wearing stained clothing, have a strong odor, clothing that does not appear to fit, or you appear to have just rolled out of bed; chances are you’ve already made your impression. Any of these could give the impression that you have lack of interest in the position or attention to detail. Your goal should be to look professional, prepared, and interested in the position. Avoid anything that could distract the hiring manager from focusing on your skills and abilities.
• Arriving late. Many hiring managers book interviews back to back and are working with a tight schedule. Arriving late can demonstrate that you have punctuality problems, poor planning skills, do not see the interview as a priority, and do not respect their time. Plan ahead for traffic, road construction, and plan to arrive early to ensure that you are able to find parking and the correct building entrance while still arriving a few minutes early.
• Lack of preparation. Applicants who forget who they are supposed to meet with, do not bring a clean and professional copy of their latest resume and references, or seem unsure of their answers tend to fall short of an employment offer. The interview is your opportunity to sell your skills, professionalism, and prove to an employer that you are the best candidate to represent their organization; be sure to start by showing them that you can represent yourself well.
• Falsify your information. Whether you falsify your resume, an application, or your experience in an answer; chances are the truth will come out eventually. Most employers have a policy against falsifying an application which can even lead to termination if you do obtain the position. Chances are between reference checks, background checks, skills testing, and their previous knowledge; a hiring manager will likely catch on to your lack of honesty and look to other applicants.

Want to learn more about how you can gain access to Trillium’s national network of top level talent? Contact us today! If you are a stand out in your profession and seeking contingent or long term career opportunities, visit our job seekers section for more information!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

Our branches nationwide are coming together to bring awareness to the cause and raise money to help locate a cure. A combination of donations, volunteering, walks, runs, and much more are headed to Trillium communities nationwide this month. Stay tuned this month for pictures and updates of our efforts!

“The compilation of progressive client companies, reliable field staff, and dedicated in-house employees, made Act I a great fit for an addition to the Trillium brand of companies. Originating as a single office operation ourselves 30 years ago, we were  attracted to the company culture and drive that Act I is today. We’re delighted to welcome the Act I staff, clients, and employees to our group and are eager to lend them access to the same support and tools that has allowed us to be recognized in the Top 25 Industrial Staffing Companies” states René Poch, CEO of Trillium.

The additional six offices acquired through Act I Staffing, will now compliment the three existing Trillium offices in the state of Ohio. With a continued focus on light industrial, clerical, and professional recruiting services, clients in the greater Columbus, Ohio area will receive additional recruiting support with access to Trillium’s existing talent pool of over 800,000 candidates.

The former Act I Staffing offices will continue to be led by Regional Vice President Rhonda Tisko. Rhonda brings over 20 years of staffing experience and will remain a vital component to leading the growth of the Columbus market.

Today, most in-person job fairs are far less successful than they were even just a few years ago. What candidates want to spend half a day getting ready, printing a resume, driving across town, waiting in line to speak with someone, only to turn around and drive back home? Only those who know there is a direct benefit to them and that they’ll have an increased chance of being hired for their dream job. So how do you make that happen? Just like this…

• Ditch the tombstone ads. If people aren’t looking for jobs in the newspaper, they certainly aren’t looking there for a job fair ad.
• SEO is your new best friend. Power pack your social media channels, blog, company site, and internal job board with SEO rich content for the event. Speaking of friends, have them “like”, share, and comment on your event.
• Clearly outline the benefits to attending. Will the hiring manager or decision maker be present? Are you offering on the spot interviews? Are you willing to schedule meetings ahead of time so candidates don’t have to wait in line? Can someone be hired “on the spot”? Give your audience a clear picture of what they can expect and a call to action.
• Have the right players present. Don’t send interns, assistants, or those who aren’t directly responsible for hiring for your positions. Why waste their time or yours? Candidates feel that they have a more direct avenue through emailing a resume than meeting with a non-decision maker in person. Show them that you value their time enough to show up.
• Make your process smooth and modern. Are you accepting paper resumes? Don’t be. Have candidates apply online ahead of time so that the time spent with you at the event is spent discussing their qualifications and goals instead of how to apply for the position. This also allows you to schedule appointments in advance, giving candidates a sense of purpose for attending.
• Follow up. Don’t return to the office and dive right into what you missed. Follow up with candidates first and schedule any second interviews necessary while the information is still fresh with you.
• Measure your return. If you find that you are only seeing a very small number of candidates at these events but the quality of candidate is high it may justify the efforts. If you have a large turn out but few qualified applicants, a job fair may not be your best recruiting avenue. Don’t be afraid to stop participating in job fairs that traditionally were a large part of your recruiting process, the job market has changed and it may be time for a change in recruiting strategies.

Each industry and set of positions has it’s own set of unique recruiting challenges. Certain skill sets just aren’t likely to engage in an in person job fair. For those technical and more professional candidates, consider hosting a virtual or online job fair. This will appeal to passive candidates who are in confidential job searches or unable to attend your event.

Want to learn more about how you can gain access to Trillium’s national network of top level talent?Contact us today! If you are a stand out in your profession and seeking contingent or long term career opportunities, visit our job seekers section for more information!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

Here are a few tips for quitting your job:

1. Consult your employment agreement. If you are subject to an employment agreement, review it thoroughly. It may include language on much notice you must provide in order to resign in good standing. This may include finishing a large project, providing two weeks notice, or may indicate that resignations are effective immediately.
2. Provide a letter of resignation. While providing your resignation in person is preferred, you should still provide a written letter of resignation to your employer regardless of the rapport with your supervisor. The letter should thank them for the opportunity to work for the organization, should be respectful in nature, and should include the date that is is provided to the employer as well as your last day you intend to work. This provides both parties with a clear understanding of your separation and provides you with documentation in the future of your separation of employment if needed.
3. Remain respectful and professional for the length of your employment. Submitting your resignation does not give you a free pass to act unprofessional or disengage in the workplace. Be sure to remain engaged and provide as much support for the transition as possible for your employer. This will help leave a positive impression of you as an employee and increase the likelihood of you receiving a positive reference from them in the future.
4. Keep in mind your employer can still terminate your employment. While you may have submitted your resignation, unacceptable conduct following your resignation can still result in termination of employment.
5. Request a letter of recommendation from your Supervisor. As careers take you down separate paths it may be difficult to obtain at a later date.

Want to learn more about how you can gain access to Trillium’s national network of top level talent? Contact us today! If you are a stand out in your profession and seeking contingent or long term career opportunities, visit our job seekers section for more information!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.