Know this before you interview!

Become a successful interviewee - Get the job you want!

Ever feel like you interview for so many positions and yet never get the results you are seeking?
How quick we are critique the interviewer for not asking the right questions, but what about the interviewee and the ability to craft great answers?

Are you the type of person who feels no matter how hard they try, they always fail at interviews?
Or perhaps want to hone your interviewing skills?

Either way, check out the link for an article full of helpful tips on becoming a better interviewee.
Tips for a successful interview

Have you ever been late to a job interview? Showed up to a job interview unprepared, looking a little under the weather or unmotivated? Check out this link for common mistakes made during jobs interviews and how to correct them.  Interview Failures

11 Concepts to Become a Better Leader

It takes a lot of different skills to create a good leader. Here's an interesting articles on what that it takes to create a constructive work environment and a positive business image.

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130128162711-15077789-11-simple-concepts-to-become-a-better-leader

Monthly Update on Current Job Openings at Gem State Staffing!

Nampa

Food Production Labor

Forklift Operator

Maintenance Technician – Mechanical

Welders

Boise

Car Detailer

Apprentice Electrician

Commercial Journeyman Roofer

Commercial Roofing labor

Concrete Finisher

Furniture Movers

Janitorial Supervisor

Journeyman Electrician

Lane Clerk

Lead Generator Position

Lot Crew

Rental Moving Labor

Skilled Concrete Form Setter

Idaho Falls

Concrete Finisher

Construction Labor

Metal Fabrication Shop Labor

MIG Welders

Production Labor

Production Welding

Shingle Delivery Driver/ Labor

Twin Falls

10 Wheeler Truck Drivers

Carpenter

Construction Laborers

Framers

General Warehouse Laborer

Industrial Mechanic

Ink Technician Assistant

Medical Receptionist

Metal Fabrication and Assembly

Motor Rewinder

Outside Sales with Class A CDL

Secretary

Pocatello

Cement Finisher

Framing Positions

Hotel Housekeepers

Lawn Maintenance Technician

Meat Wrapper in Aberden

Potato Processors

Siding Install

Burley

Class B CDL Driver

Construction Laborers

General Labor

Rexburg

Construction Laborers

General Labor

Production Line Workers

                              Apply today!                             

Words of Wisdom

“Develop success from failures. Discouragement and failure are two of the surest stepping stones to success.” – Dale Carnegie

"There are only two ways to live life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is." – Albert Einstein

"Do not look for approval except for the consciousness of doing your best." – Andrew Carnegie

"The true measure of a person is how they treat someone who can do him absolutely no good." – Samuel Johnson

"You've got to be very careful if you don't know where you are going because you might not get there." – Yogi Berra

“Expect more than others think possible.” – Howard Schultz

"If people aren't calling you crazy, you aren't thinking big enough." – Richard Branson

“Never, never, never give up.” – Winston Churchill

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130827143745-10667678-words-of-wisdom-8-famous-quotes-to-help-you-embrace-fear-and-achieve-success?trk=tod-home-art-list-large_0

Emotional Triggers

Read this interesting article on how mood and relationships can effect production in the work place. Want a more productive office? Make sure you are helping and not hindering your desired results.

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130826142141-117825785-how-moods-impact-results

Looking for Workers?

Call your local Gem State Staffing today!

What does having a college degree mean when looking for a job?

Some employers have come to expect that students fresh out of college are completely prepared for their new position without any training. After all they already have a college education. Unfortunately degrees usually give a good foundation but not the experience gained when actually working at a position. Especially with the abundance of the workers in the field some employers have even begun requiring degrees without regard to what the degree in as long as it was completed. The following is an interesting article outlining some of the problems facing new graduates looking for work and what their future employers are expecting.

http://chronicle.com/article/The-Employment-Mismatch/137625/#id=overview

Coaching Leadership Styles

Read this interesting articles about how the Coaching Leadership Style can help improve your workplace and employee performance.

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130821093435-117825785-don-t-write-off-the-coaching-leadership-style?trk=tod-posts-art-

What makes consumers remember your company?

With so many advertisements out there how many do you really remember?

What makes an ad successful where others fail?

Its ridiculous the amount of money companies spend on advertising and yet its like throwing darts at a dart board. Some hit but unless your know what you are doing most miss the mark completely. Find out some of the ways you can narrow the focus of your advertisements.
http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130820015215-21564708-five-memory-tips-to-make-your-ads-stick?trk=tod-home-art-medium_0

Temp Workers' Numbers Climbing in Rocky Economy

Increased trend towards using temporary workers shows as companies gradually begin adding to their staff. What interesting is this is also showing how companies are still very tentative with their new hires and not as willing to take on permanent internal staff without first going through a trial period with a staffing agency first. For more information check out this interesting article:

http://usatoday30.usatoday.com/money/economy/story/2012-07-07/temporary-hiring/56071760/1

What makes a Company Competitive?

Take a look at what factors people consider when choosing a company.

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130813132448-52782505-what-makes-a-company-competitive?trk=tod-posts-art-

The 1 Thing Every Business Executive Must Understand About Social Media

How to use and listen to social media!

http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130207152835-15077789-the-1-thing-every-business-executive-must-understand-about-social-media

Not all the Staffing Agencies are the same!

Gem State Staffing is not alone in trying to recreate the worlds view on staffing companies. We take the time to get to know our customers and employees to try and develop lasting relationships, not just quick fixes.

Here's an interesting article highlighting some of the misconceptions about staffing.
http://staffingtalk.com/bad-apples-ruin-industry/

Larger companies in the U.S. now using staffing agencies!

Using temporary workers enables the company to have adequate staff on busy weeknights and weekends without having to hire additional full-time staff. This is also an option for some companies to help cushion them from the changes in healthcare coming up in 2014.

Here is an interesting article on how Wal-mart is now using staffing to cover short staffing and busy seasons.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/13/walmart-temporary-workers_n_3434555.html

History of Gem State Staffing

Gem State Staffing was founded in 2000 by Tom & Lee Ann Welstad. The first branch opened in Idaho Falls in early 2001. Gem State Staffing became an instant success because of the dedication to quality customer service and experienced staff. The business model was simple: provide quality staffing and customer service at a competitive rate. With an unprecedented success rate in the first year of operations Gem State Staffing expanded into the Twin Falls market in 2002. 

With a proven track record in Idaho Falls, the Twin Falls branch was able to open the office with confidence and quickly began to make an impact on the local community. Twin Falls, like Idaho Falls, is a rural area centered on agriculture and manufacturing. Because of the “blue collar” work ethic of its own local employee’s Gem State Staffing was able to build lasting relationships with local businesses that remain in place today. 

With a robust economy and flourishing business model in place for three years Gem State Staffing expanded once again to the Treasure Valley market with the Boise office in 2004. With the opening of the Boise office Gem State Staffing was able to market its services to support companies in Southern Idaho from Oregon to Wyoming! The Treasure Valley also brought new and exciting industries into the Gem State Staffing family and provided customers a local option in the staffing industry.

With the unbelievable success of the Boise office Gem State Staffing set its sights on the west end of the Treasure Valley market with the opening of the Nampa office in 2006. Gem State Staffing continued its successful campaign to become an area leader in quality staffing and established its reputation in the incredibly competitive market. 

In 2008 Gem State Staffing opened its latest office in Pocatello. Pocatello’s local economy is consistent with most rural areas in Southern Idaho relying heavily on agriculture. With a focused effort on customer service and competitive rates the Pocatello office has made an immediate impact with a promising future.

With a unique ability to adapt to any industry, Gem State Staffing has been able to tailor its services to meet each customer’s needs on an individual basis. For more than ten years Gem State Staffing has provided quality employment opportunities to thousands of people across Southern Idaho. Whether you are an individual seeking employment or an employer looking for staffing solutions, Gem State Staffing is ready to meet your needs!