by Manitoba Chambers of Commerce | Sep 27, 2011 | Corporate Member News
When a resume looks too good to be true, it just might be, according to recent research from OfficeTeam. Forty-seven per cent of managers polled believe job seekers include dishonest information on their resumes somewhat or very often. Some workers agree that what you...
by Manitoba Chambers of Commerce | Aug 16, 2011 | Corporate Member News
What’s going through a hiring manager’s mind during an employment interview? The answer may surprise even the most experienced applicants. OfficeTeam, a leading staffing service specializing in the placement of highly skilled administrative professionals,...
by Manitoba Chambers of Commerce | Jul 11, 2011 | Corporate Member News
Yelling at staff. Taking credit for others’ work. Using offensive language. These are the qualities of the bad bosses of the world, right? While these are definitely signs of horrible managers, the reality is that the most common missteps supervisors make are far...
by Manitoba Chambers of Commerce | Oct 21, 2010 | Corporate Member News
Getting ready to meet with a prospective employer? Leave your cat suit, pajamas and crazy hat at home. In a recent survey, OfficeTeam asked human resources (HR) managers to recount the strangest interview outfits they had heard of or seen. Following are some examples:...
by Manitoba Chambers of Commerce | Sep 21, 2010 | Corporate Member News
Although the economy has shown gradual signs of improvement, on-the-job pressure is mounting for some supervisors, a new OfficeTeam survey suggests. Thirty percent of managers interviewed said they are more stressed at work today than they were one year ago; just 11...