Work Culture

November 20, 2020 by Amy Shanks Leave a Comment

YOUR WORKPLACE SATISFACTION HEAVILY DEPENDS ON YOUR AGE

Workplace satisfaction varies by age.

Due to a variety of cultural and historical factors, the level of employee satisfaction in their jobs depends on age, new data shows. Workplace satisfaction is an integral part of retaining and recruiting new employees and growing a business or firm. Employers face some challenges in that the motivating factors for workplace satisfaction seem to differ radically between younger and older generations, but now they have the data to follow through with addressing these needs.

Positive Words

Statistics suggest that employees between the ages of 21 to 30 partially depend on managerial praise and recognition to be fully satisfied. Of this demographic, 30 percent would “strongly” recommend their workplace as a satisfactory environment. Of this younger age group, 39 percent agree that their manager/supervisor puts forward the maximum effort to recognize their achievements.

Workplace Performance

While younger workers want positive words, older workers want their performance measured. Parallel to this, data suggests that the older the worker, the more satisfied. There is a correlation between an increase in age and in incremental satisfaction. Senior citizens are the most satisfied workers, reporting a 95 percent satisfaction rate. Of employees between the age of 61-70, 47 percent would “strongly” recommend their workplace to others.

Two Perspectives

There are two different perspectives on satisfaction due to age in the workplace. For a business to be successful, there is a need to address both age groups. Not only will this have the effect of creating a more productive working environment, but it will also help retain workers.

Strategic Recruitment Solutions has been matching top companies with top talent in the Gulf Region for more than a decade. We specialize in Legal and IT recruiting. Also, our industry-expert recruiters can offer insight and guidance. Call us today at 888-366-6508 to learn how easy partnering with SRS can help you reach your business goals. Best of all, we offer a free resume review. Find out more information here.

December 31, 2019 by Amy Shanks Leave a Comment

ATTENDING OFFICE PARTIES, FOOTBALL GATHERINGS, ETC? HOW TO HELP, NOT HURT, YOUR CAREER!

Attending a football game, parade or festival with your office colleagues? Learn how to do it right!

Attending an event with office colleagues?Although Christmas office parties are in the rear-view mirror, in Louisiana, there are many events still to come. The New Orleans Saints host their first NFL playoff game on Sunday, January 5 and LSU is in the 2020 National Championship Game on Monday, January 13, 2020. After that, there will be Mardi Gras parties followed by St. Patrick and St. Joseph day parades as well as numerous music festivals.

Attending any of these events with colleagues from your office can be fun but dangerous. If someone takes a photo or video tapes you being inappropriate, this could cost you your job. It can be easy to forget that you are socializing with people you work with, especially when in a party atmosphere.

Here are five helpful hints on how to present yourself while having fun at your next office sponsored event:

1. Dress appropriately.

The way you present yourself to your superiors and colleagues can significantly affect your work life and environment. You don’t want their image of you to suffer for what you choose to wear to the event. If you are confused as to what is appropriate attire, consult the party planner or colleagues who have attended the party before.

2. Make sure you and your guest remain respectful.

If you decide to bring a plus one to the party, make sure that they conduct themselves respectfully. It’s best to avoid any situation where you would get into trouble for somebody else’s actions. You will be judged by the quality of people you surround yourself with, and you want to make sure that whoever you may bring makes a good impression.

3. Remember you are with office colleagues so don’t overdrink.

This tip should be a given. Enjoy yourself, but don’t get to the point where you can’t control yourself. Drink in moderation. If you decide that you are going to drink, make sure that you eat beforehand to avoid getting sick.

4. Talk about more than office gossip.

Use the party as a way to network within your company. It’s also the perfect time to get closer to your work family and to make a good impression with your superiors. Stay on topics that are lighthearted and friendly. Avoid gossip and bringing up issues like sex, religion, or politics.

5. Be sure to thank the host of the party or event.

The host of the party will remember you thanked them and it will make a good impression.

At Strategic Recruitment Solutions (“SRS”), we specialize in Legal and IT Recruiting. Our professional recruiters provide candidates with knowledge and insight based on our years of experience in the Legal and IT fields. At SRS, our ultimate goal is to match top companies with top talent. We are focused on matching you to the RIGHT position at the RIGHT company. Call us today to see for yourself how easy finding your dream job can be!

September 10, 2019 by Amy Shanks Leave a Comment

WANT TO RETAIN TOP TALENT? HERE’S HOW

At SRS, we help you find and retain the top talent in the legal and IT industries

What’s your first response to the question, how to keep top talent? If you believe it is solely about offering them more money or prestige, consider this recent ranking of the top law firms in the country. The ones rated as the best for compensation or prestige didn’t even make the top ten.

Although compensation is an important factor, it is not always the determining or sole factor in what helps you retain your top talent. Here are five things that your top talent seeks beyond compensation:

Top Talent Seek Opportunities for Personal Growth

Learning opportunities can keep talented hires engaged in the firm’s work and mission. While especially popular in the IT departments, learning opportunities can also help retain employees in other areas. For example, one law firm in Australia provided the opportunity to learn Mandarin.

Recognition and Respect are Essential

Great employees continue to prove themselves every day. They help set and maintain the productive rhythm of the company by stepping up when needed and mentoring others. When you have top talent, it is obvious so why not, reciprocate. Recognition and respect from leadership helps to solidify the bond between your company and its great employees.

Top Talent Seeks a Leadership Team They Can Trust

Like all long-term relationships, trust is a factor. Fairness is a factor. Caring is a factor. Great employees stay because they can trust that leadership has their back. They can trust that leadership will make the best decisions for the company. They trust that when things go sideways, leadership will get the company back on course.

Stability Attracts Top Talent

A law firm with the right amount of stability can benefit the top young talent. It is essential to find the right balance between removing bad employees and allowing too much turnover. A successful organization has senior talent in place to help nurture young employees into a path towards leadership.

The Best Employees Share Your Company’s Vision and Strategy

Even in the hierarchical military chain of command, providing a clear strategy will help you retain the best people. The talented want to see their roles in your firm’s strategic plan.

But before you can link employee values and personal goals with your firm’s, you must find out which talent is the best fit. To do this, the “Harvard Business Review” suggests not just looking for ability but also aspiration. At Strategic Recruitment Solutions, our goal is to connect our Client Partners with the best active and passive candidates searching for a high-end career. Our experts can help streamline your executive recruitment strategies and assist in managing the entire interviewing and hiring process.

Strategic Recruitment Solutions has been matching top companies with top talent in the Gulf Region for more than a decade. We focus on Legal and IT Recruiting and have industry-expert recruiters that can offer the kind of insight and guidance that helps grow companies and careers. We have offices in New Orleans and Baton Rouge and are ready to help your business identify professional candidates for the legal and IT industries.

When you are ready to add to your team, consider partnering with us. We can help you recruit and retain employees now and in the future. Call us today at 888-366-6508.

October 29, 2018 by Amy Shanks Leave a Comment

PERSONALITY TRAITS THAT WILL GET YOU HIRED

Does your personality fit the company culture?

Yes, personality does matter! Hiring decisions today are based on more than having a specific skill set or an abundance of experience. Employers are also looking for employees who fit their company culture. So why does personality matter? By assessing a candidate’s personality traits, a hiring manager will assess whether a candidate fits into their company’s culture. Although each employer may value different traits based on the core values of their business, the following traits are the most attractive to future employers:

1. Be trustworthy, respectful of others, and team-oriented.

Part of fitting into a company’s culture is fitting in with the people who make up the culture.

2. Make sure your personality is enthusiastic, passionate, tenacious, and confident.

Employers know that when employees thrive in their work environment, the company thrives as well.

3. Show dedication, flexibility, and professionalism.

Employers aim for employees who are professional in their work commitment and to the company’s core values. Everyone knows that projects, tasks, and interactions do not always go as planned. Above all, show you are flexible and can adapt to multiple situations.

4. Be intellectually curious and show your emotional intelligence.

Intellectual curiosity and emotional intelligence complement one another. Employers appreciate candidates who have a desire to learn and who want to discover new things. As a result, employers will look at an employee’s ability to balance themselves and their interpersonal relationships.

Finally, personality matters more today in the hiring process than ever before. Furthermore, by paying attention to these traits you will gain the hiring manager’s attention and give yourself a better chance to land your dream job.

If you are ready to take the next step to advance your career, call us today! For decades, Strategic Recruitment Solutions has been instrumental in helping job seekers find their dream jobs. We are your one-stop shop for information, guidance, and insight into the legal and IT markets. Furthermore, we have the keys to help you land your dream job. To get started, search our current opportunities or submit your resume today.

April 27, 2018 by Amy Shanks Leave a Comment

5 REASONS TO BRING DIVERSITY TO YOUR WORKPLACE

Diversity in the digital age

Diversity in the workplace is becoming more essential. We live in a global economy. As we expand our digital reach, your business interacts with people from different generations, backgrounds, and cultures daily. Diversity can influence how your employees perceive themselves and how they will treat others. In addition, implementing a diversity plan will help create a healthy company culture and foster workplace unity.

Here are five reasons why diversity is essential to your business:

1) You Will Gain More Talents, Skills, and Experiences on Your Team.

By hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, your company will have more opportunities to succeed. Each team member brings their own variety of skills and experiences to your business. Therefore, it is essential that employees learn from each other and grow.

2) Creativity and Innovation Will Thrive.

By adding people with various backgrounds, experiences and working styles, you can create a thriving culture of creativity. Innovation thrives in an accepting environment. Furthermore, jobseekers value a company where everyone can be themselves.

3) Diversity Brings New language skills.

Language barriers and cultural differences can act as an obstacle to commerce. In addition, by hiring individuals who speak different languages, you will open opportunities for learning and commerce.

4) Your Talent Pool Will Grow.

Furthermore, studies show that employees are happier and feel more comfortable when inclusivity is a priority. Therefore, companies who embrace diversity attract a wider range of job applicants.

5) Your Employee Performance Will Improve.

The higher your team’s morale, the more productive your employees. It is the “all for one, one for all” mentality. By encouraging workers from all backgrounds to achieve their best, you are increase your chances for success.

Don’t Miss an Opportunity To Hire The Best

Finally, each individual brings something different to the team. Consequently, by hiring a variety of people, you will gain fresh perspectives and ideas. If you are ready to add to your team, consider partnering with Strategic Recruitment Solutions. We have decades of experience working with law firms and technology companies throughout the Gulf Coast region. SRS can show you to add diversity to your team. Give us a call today at 888-366-6508