How to Attract and Retain Seasonal Workers: A Practical Guide for Employers

By Allie Blackham | May 15, 2025

Hiring seasonal employees—especially during peak periods like the holidays—presents unique challenges. With high competition and labor shortages, securing top-tier temporary talent requires strategic planning and execution. Here’s a comprehensive guide to creating a solid seasonal hiring plan that allows your company to attract and retain the best workers. 1. Simplify and Streamline the Hiring Process…

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Understanding Federal Fair Hiring Laws

By Allie Blackham | February 4, 2025

Hiring is a key element of building strong teams and growing a business. But the process requires careful adherence to the various laws that apply. Federal laws are in effect, designed to protect applicants and support a fair atmosphere for all who may be seeking employment. Explore the federal fair hiring laws to ensure your…

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Understanding Pay Transparency Laws

By Allie Blackham | August 2, 2024

Pay transparency laws are increasingly being enacted across the U.S., prompting employers to revisit their job listings. Here’s what you need to understand about pay transparency, its goals, compliance requirements, and how WorkforceHub can help. Pay Transparency: An Overview Pay transparency refers to the open disclosure of compensation standards to employees. This can involve sharing…

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6 Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover

By Allie Blackham | July 19, 2024

An excellent business strategy and strong brand image aren’t enough to maintain a stable organization. In the hustle of focusing on annual targets and strategic theories, it’s easy to overlook a crucial element that keeps the business afloat: the staff. Finding ways to reduce employee turnover is a must. Companies aim to hire and retain…

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Onboarding: Why, How, and When (Plus a Detailed Onboarding Checklist)

By Allie Blackham | June 28, 2024

The onboarding process plays a crucial role in setting the tone of the overall employment experience for new hires. A well-executed onboarding experience can lead to improved job performance, increased efficiency, and greater satisfaction, all of which contribute to higher engagement and retention rates. If your current approach to bringing on new hires is unstructured…

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5 Hints for Crafting a Candidate Pitch to Use in Hiring

By Allie Blackham | June 7, 2024

Finding the right person to fill an open role in your company can be challenging. Once you identify them, you might still need to sell them on your organization. The latest generation of workers wants to feel that the company they work for aligns with their values and allows them to make an impact. Therefore,…

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All About Pay Transparency (With a Roundup of State Laws)

By Allie Blackham | May 17, 2024

Pay transparency laws are becoming more prevalent across various states and cities in the U.S., leading employers to reevaluate their job listings. Here’s an overview of what you need to know about pay transparency. We outline the definition, objectives, and compliance with laws, as well as define how WorkforceHub can support these requirements. What is…

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6 Best Practices for Seasonal Hiring

By Allie Blackham | May 2, 2024
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Seasonal hiring isn’t limited to the holidays—think summer lifeguards and camp counselors. Seasonal hiring presents a particular challenge to employers. Competition for quality employees is stiff. Onboarding needs to be successful and immediate. If you don’t start training early, seasonal employees are left to sink or swim. So, what seasonal hiring best practices can help…

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Your Guide to Finding and Bringing On Gig Workers

By Allie Blackham | April 30, 2024

In today’s ever-changing labor market, it’s crucial to think creatively when seeking to fill roles. With many job seekers prioritizing flexibility and independence, remote and gig work have surged in popularity. However, adapting your hiring practices to accommodate these non-traditional employment arrangements can pose challenges, especially for companies accustomed to traditional hiring methods. This guide…

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