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Browse thoughtful views and opinions about staffing topics from KNF&T’s perspective.
Email Overload
There was a time not so long ago when having an empty email inbox seemed do-able. Even if I never actually got around to doing it. Not any more. Just sifting through my inbox would take all day. Everything is communicated by email – I’d venture to guess that only half...
Interviewing 101
Interviews! Some people love them, some people hate them, but everyone has to be prepared for them. Here are some of the basics to help you get ready for your next interview: Dress the part The first impression you make when you walk into an interview is visual. Yes,...
How to Make Your Introverted Employees More Comfortable During Meetings
Helping introverted employees to be more comfortable during meetings can be challenging. They typically need more time than extroverts to process information and form ideas before sharing them. Introverts also prefer to assess situations before deciding how to act....
What to Wear: To an Interview, and Beyond
We’ve heard them all before: Dress for the job you want, not the job you have. You only have one chance to make a first impression. When in doubt, always dress up. All of these are still true, but here is the biggest piece of advice I like to give to our candidates:...
4 Reasons Why Administrative Professionals Are Superheroes
No matter which company, business unit, or team you’re on, administrative professionals are your organization’s heroes. They’re the lifeline for everyone in your business, the glue that holds together everything. Even though administrative assistants don’t have direct...
Are you a good mentor?
It’s easy to think of the benefits of having a mentor, but being a mentor can be even better. And being a good mentor is more than just showing up. In order to make the relationship as rewarding as possible for you and your mentee, here are some tips: Invest in the...
The War for Talent: Your 3-Part Guide to Winning (and Keeping) the Best Job Candidates
The year is just beginning and its official: The war for talent has been waged and it’s already begun paying dividends to its winners. Watching the trends, it’s clear to me that the industry is feverish about finding the best places to locate talented prospective...
5 Tips for Bagging Highly Competitive In-Demand Jobs
Standing out from the crowd when applying for a job is challenging. And to help you out, here are five tips for bagging highly competitive in-demand jobs. 1. Polish your resume As a job seeker, your resume is your first chance to catch a prospective employer’s eye and...
5 Simple Ways to Enhance Your LinkedIn Presence
LinkedIn has become a beneficial tool for job seekers as more and more companies are using the platform to scout for applicants. Because of that, it is important to maintain a clear profile and ensure a professional public persona in order to stand out among other...
Get Ready for a New Generation
It’s almost that time. The newest generation of workers – Gen Z (born between 1994-2010) – are just about to make their debut. Another generation? Already? But we’ve just figured out how to incorporate the Millenials! For managers, the narrow age bands that separate...
Infographic: 5 Tips for Demystifying the Post-Grad Candidate
Looking to hire entry-level talent? See our tips on how you can attract post-grad candidates and have them be loyal employees. About KNF&T Staffing Resources Since 1983, KNF&T Staffing Resources has been a leading provider of staffing and recruiting services...
Podcast – Transforming Into a Virtual Company
Dave Turano's "Cut Through the Noise" podcast featuring our own Jason Kroll, Managing Partner, BANKW Staffing.About BANKW Staffing Through its portfolio companies, KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, Alexander Technology Group, The Nagler Group, Sales Search...
Podcast – Maintaining the Magic as You Scale
Dave Turano's "Cut Through the Noise" podcast featuring our own Jason Kroll, Managing Partner, BANKW Staffing.About BANKW Staffing Through its portfolio companies, KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, Alexander Technology Group, The Nagler Group, Sales Search...
6 Benefits of Using a Staffing Firm for Your Small Business
When you’re running a small business, you can easily fall into a rhythm of doing it all yourself. Small business owners too often find themselves acting as the CEO, CFO, CMO, and CPA all at once. But, on a small team, that seems to be the norm —each member wears many...
Bouncing Back in the Workforce Post-Layoff
With the coronavirus’s spread causing many companies to alter their ways of conducting business in early 2020, you may have been one of the unlucky employees who got laid off. Because your time away was unplanned, returning the workforce can be challenging. Although...