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04 Nov

Posted at 23:25h in Employer Tips, hiring, Career Tips, Best Practices, career growth, work habits, work culture, Interview
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In today's ever-evolving business landscape, leaders are constantly faced with the challenge of managing not just tasks and projects, but also the people who bring these projects to life. "Emotional intelligence" is a term that's been thrown around a lot, yet it's critical to comprehend why it's more than just a buzzword. Emotional intelligence, also known as EQ or EI, is the ability to understand and manage your own emotions, as well as those of the people around you. With research indicating that EI can account for up to 58% of performance in various job roles, it's a skill that leaders can't afford to overlook. Join us for our latest article where we will discover the importance of emotional intelligence...

29 Oct

Posted at 23:35h in Temporary Jobs, Employer Tips, hiring, Best Practices, Business Planning, small business, work habits, work culture, recruiting, Recruiting Tips, staffing trends, DEI
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Building a collaborative work environment is more than a modern trend; it’s a strategic approach to boosting productivity and enhancing employee morale. According to a study by Gallup, employees who feel their work environment is positive and engaging are 21% more productive. This staggering statistic underscores the importance of fostering collaboration within the workplace. In this blog post, we will explore what it truly means to have a collaborative work environment, discuss foundational elements that support it, and provide practical tips to make it a reality. We will also tackle how to avoid hostile or toxic workplaces and how Scion Staffing can help you recruit the right talent to enhance your workplace environment. What is a Collaborative Work Environment? In today's...

30 Aug

Posted at 05:00h in Employer Tips, hiring, Career Tips, Best Practices, Business Planning, work habits, work culture
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The demands of modern work life often create a delicate equilibrium between professional and personal commitments. Achieving a harmonious blend of these two essential areas is crucial for both individual well-being and organizational success. This article explores the concept of work life balance, providing practical strategies for employees and employers to foster a fulfilling and sustainable work environment. Understanding Work Life Balance The concept of work life balance has undergone a significant evolution in recent times, shifting from a mere division of time between work and personal life to a more holistic approach that prioritizes harmony and fulfillment in both spheres. At its core, work life balance signifies the effective management of time and energy to fulfill both professional and personal...

06 Feb

Posted at 21:16h in Job Search Tips, Employer Tips, hiring, Best Practices, work habits, trends, Interview, recruiting, Recruiting Tips
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In today's competitive job market, a well-crafted job description is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. With a larger pool of candidates, it's important to create a detailed overview of the position you're hiring for to attract the most qualified potential applicants. It serves as your first impression and sales pitch to potential candidates, directly influencing your ability to attract top talent. In our latest blog article, we delve into the art of crafting job descriptions that grab attention and land the right candidate for your team. Why is a Job Description Important? Beyond simply detailing and making a list of responsibilities and qualifications, a powerful job description transcends a mere listing to become a strategic tool for attracting and...

24 Aug

Posted at 23:20h in Career Tips, Best Practices, career growth, work habits, work culture
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For the everyday worker, utilizing time wisely and being organized can lead to more productivity and a better overall life and career. A lot of people struggle with staying organized and focused during their work weeks, but there are many things that you can do to help improve your organizational skills and be a more organized person and employee. In this article, we will take a look at five great ways to improve your organization and make your work day a little less hectic. Doing even one of the things on this list on a regular basis can make a difference in your work! What are some of the biggest distractions that workers face during the day? Every day we are...

23 Apr

Posted at 01:06h in Employer Tips, Career Tips, Best Practices, career growth, work habits, work culture
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Due to the global pandemic that has affected many businesses around the world, many large companies had to either close their doors or adapt to our new virtual way of life. With many choosing to adopt using remote teams, work was still getting done even when offices remained quiet and empty. Due to COVID-19, 80% of global corporate remote work policies had shifted to virtual and mixed forms of team collaboration. Teams and individual employees had to turn their morning coffee breaks and conversations into getting coffee from their own kitchen and logging into their workflow chats and channels for communication. Whether their company chose Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Teams, or some other digital form of communication, some teams have...

07 Apr

Posted at 19:30h in Employer Tips, Career Tips, Best Practices, small business, career growth, startup, work habits, trends, work culture
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As more companies begin to roll out their plans to return to the office, one of the biggest concerns that managers may face is the lack of in-person camaraderie between their team members. In order to reach certain team goals, communication and teamwork is crucial. When an entire team has been away from each other for almost two years in some cases, building back strong teams can prove to be difficult. In this article, we'll discuss some ways you can build back your high-performing team, as well as some team building activities that will help you reach that common goal of success in the workplace. Why is team building so important? A team is only strong when all of the team...

04 Mar

Posted at 03:00h in Temporary Jobs, Employer Tips, Career Tips, Best Practices, small business, career growth, work habits, work culture
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In today's working world, being in a hybrid or remote working environment has become more normal than before the pandemic that rocked the world. As more states in the country begin to roll back their coronavirus guidelines and open up their offices again, the big question remains: will employees WANT to return to the office? Studies and statistics have shown that remote workers are more productive than those who work at the office. The elimination of certain aspects has allowed employees to show good production when working at home in their respective remote teams. What about the managers, though? Managers have had arguably the toughest time adjusting to the work from home lifestyle, as their managerial style has truly been...

10 Feb

Posted at 23:21h in Career Tips, Best Practices, work habits, trends, work culture
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The global pandemic brought on by the coronavirus known as COVID-19 caused many companies to have to resort to remote work to be able to keep their doors open. For most workers, the initial concept of working from home sounded ideal. More time with family and children, a comfortable setting, a better balance of work-home life, and a more flexible schedule. Having remote workers has even shown to be beneficial for most businesses in the United States. According to one study, companies that allow remote work experience 25% less employee turnover than companies that do not allow it. However, with time came the challenges of working from home. Working in a remote setting can make things a bit too comfortable,...

29 Dec

Posted at 20:02h in Diversity, Best Practices, Business Consulting, work habits, work culture
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As we look to wrap up 2021 and move on to 2022, it's important that we look at some of the biggest impacts we've had throughout the last year. For many companies, 2021 was a year of rebounding, rebuilding, or new beginnings. For Scion Staffing, 2021 was about creating an impact that will last a lifetime. Through the creation and the development of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, or DEI, committee, Scion Staffing has created not only an internal workplace where strong morals and values exist but has also been able to extend it to its external work of staffing individuals across different industries. In this latest part of our Year in Review series, we will take a look at exactly...

31 Aug

Posted at 10:00h in Career Tips, Best Practices, career growth, work habits, work culture
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Whether you’ve recently joined a new team, started a new position or just want to be the best team player in your office- we know that it takes tips, time and practice to excel at being a team player. Regardless of what type of team you work in: remote, in the same office, with a dozen other people or with one other person, it will not only benefit your but your teammates as well when you make yourself a top team player. That’s why we’ve provided the following suggestions to take your team player game to A+ level.     Celebrate Other’s Success  Show your peers that you value them and their work by celebrating it! There are various ways to show others that you celebrate and champion their good work. Did that particular...

23 Jun

Posted at 22:07h in Career Tips, small business, work habits
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[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]Whether you’ve been working for decades or just a few months, you’ve heard the buzzword productivity in your work life. We believe in equipping you with the tools and resources to stay empowered and productive. Read on for our tried-and-true tips to increase your productivity in the workspace. Delegate One of the easiest ways to increase your productivity if you work in a team is to delegate the work out. Not only does delegation help you stay focused, it also gives you the opportunity to let team members work on parts of projects that they excel at and can grow in. Efficient delegation is key to continual productivity within your work. Have the right tools Software...