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09/06/2024

Bounce back from a less-than-stellar day at work utilizing these top tips and laugh about the day down the road.

Tough day at work? Bad days are bound to happen, but there are productive steps you can take to move forward and show up at your best the next day. Get through the day as best as you can. Try to leave the experience in the moment it happened. If possible, leave the space where

09/06/2024

We're celebrating Rosa's two year Express - aversary!
Thank you for all you do Rosa!

09/05/2024

The end of the year will be here before we know it, and there is plenty to accomplish to ensure you end the year on a high note. Discover why direct hire could be the key to achieving your goals before the year ends.

As the end of another year approaches, some businesses need additional talented workers. Whether due to production gains or higher year-end customer demands, companies turn to staffing agencies like Express Employment Professionals to help bolster their workforce. While some businesses find that hir...

09/04/2024

Canadian companies have open positions, but more are reskilling their teams instead of hiring. Why?

Find out at https://bit.ly/4g4l8R2.

09/04/2024

In 2023, Express helped 16,000 businesses fill skilled trades roles, with many in the Calgary area. As skilled trades experts, we're focused on helping even more this year!

Whatever your skilled trades staffing needs are, we can help! Call 403-475-2662 to get started.

09/02/2024

Happy Labour Day to the heroes in hard hats and every trade-in-between who keep the world spinning! We hope everyone, but especially these workers, have a relaxing and joyful holiday.

08/29/2024

Think soft skills aren't important? Think again! Soft skills like communication, teamwork, and adaptability can set you apart and help you elevate your career.

Proficiency in soft skills can offer employees a competitive edge at work, and measuring critical skills like coachability, collaboration, and listening during the hiring process can help you choose job candidates who can succeed at your company. While many soft skills can be developed as early as c...

08/28/2024

Providing professional development is no longer an option—it is a must! Investing in your team benefits them just as much as it can benefit your business.

Investing in employees is vital to building a strong team and ensuring company success. Professional development may not always come easy, as it requires time and sometimes funding, but the advantages can have powerful impacts. Growth opportunities can be a key factor contributing to employees’ jo...

08/26/2024

Rather than view the skills gap as a problem, look at it as an opportunity. Small and large businesses can each play a key role in developing the future workforce. Discover how in this Express Blog article.

The conversation around the skills gap, particularly in Skilled Trades industries like manufacturing, energy, and construction, has been happening for several years. The emphasis on closing the gap has typically been on selling the benefits of learning these skills to job seekers. But what role do b...

08/22/2024

Calls, emails, DMs, oh my! Everyone has a favorite way to communicate with coworkers, and we want to know your favorite!

Digital communication tools like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Slack, and Google Meet are indeed making a significant impact on workplace productivity. They have become integral to how we interact and collaborate with coworkers, often determining the efficiency and effectiveness of workflows. A Forbes surv...

08/21/2024

Canadian job seekers are becoming more pessimistic about their prospects as the job market balance tips back in favor of employers. Is the job-seeking advantage of the past few years slipping away?

Read more at https://bit.ly/3X4uLrt.

08/16/2024

Spoiler alert! Pay isn't the only benefit that makes employees happy. Check out what benefits really matter to employees in this article from the Express blog.

Benefits are an important component of compensation packages and offerings can be a key factor for job seekers. A recent Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey shows companies value benefits as a tool for retention and recruiting. According to the survey, 42% of U.S. and 35% of Canadian...