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In an incredibly tough job market, jobless claims increased from 8,000 to 339,000 during the first full week of February. This number is higher than forecasted and shows that higher requests for unemployment benefits show softer jobs market. According to Janet Yellen, Federal Reserve Chair, recovery in the labor market is far from complete. Senior…

What many probably don’t know is that entrepreneurial firms are responsible for a lot of the job creation in our economy. Here’s why: they are extremely impatient and once they have a plan they want to jump into action before someone else does it first. Entrepreneurs are willing to do whatever to grow their businesses,…

As we enter 2014, our global economy is finally entering a new phase. Recent data suggests that the uncertainty that hovered in 2013 is finally lifting, but economists are still cautious. Luckily, more people are finding work in the United States and the economy is growing at the fastest pace in two years. China China’s…

Everyone admires organizations that are innovative, but what makes them that way? The answer is simple: the people. Organizations that are innovative have innovate employees, and innovate employees deserve innovate leaders. Our team at Exact Staff has compiled some tips to help you become more innovative in 2014. Think of all the little things during…

A New Year generally means a new slate to many people. It’s a great time to start fresh, set new goals, and really kick start your organization. Our team at Exact Staff has compiled a list of tips to help start 2014 on the right foot. Set Goals. Even if this is something you haven’t…

As we are nearing the end of 2013, the term “success” is often talked about in the workplace. Bosses want to know how successful their employees were, and employees want to know how they will be rewarded for their success. Throughout the year, many of us set goals for ourselves and when we reach them,…

For Thanksgiving 2013, Exact Staff and WPO sponsored a group of 20 families with children of all ages to package meals for Children of the Nations. This non-profit group provides wholesome meals for families in countries ravaged by starvation, as well as orphans who have no other way to get food. After several fun hours…

As the holiday season quickly approaches, retailers consistently hire new temporary workers. According to an annual survey by CareerBuilder on holiday hiring, almost 40-percent of retailers are planning on increasing hiring for the holidays. This number is up from 36-percent from last year. To the benefit of those temporary workers, the survey also stated that…

Talk of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is everywhere, and if you’re a small business you may be concerned about what the future holds. Implementation of the ACA has been in stages starting in 2013 and 2014. Our team at ExactStaff has compiled the key provisions of the ACA, and what it will mean for…

As we all know, today’s job market is still a tough one for job seekers. No matter the industry, many people are struggling to find steady employment. Luckily, there are viable options for those looking to find a new career – one of the best is to utilize a staffing company. A staffing company works…