Employment Agencies Knowledge Base
Employment agencies? I would like to know about experiences people have had with employment agencies, good or bad. Are they good to use or should people stay away from them? you mean to tell me that some of those places actually charge the APPLICANT a fee??? I thought they charged that fee to the employer. What is the point of having someone help you find a job if you have to pay them to do it? I have never brought my checkbook to an interview in my life. That's an outrage!!
Employment Agencies? The company I work for is closing and I need names of good employment agencies in the Memphis TN area. Not having much luck on my own and my mortgage company requires that I pay them. (imagine!) Looks like I'm competing with kids fresh out of school who can work for minimum wage and "mature" workers need more money. Seems that 30 years office experience does not count for anything. Any help will be appreciated as I worked hard to buy a home and don't want to lose it.
employment agencies? I had an interview with an employment agency this morning. Im not sure if I want to get a job this way or not. does anybody recommend going through an agency to get a job?
What can Jobseekers and Employment Agencies do to avoid being FOOL by COMPANIES? When COMPANIES advertise for job openings the salary budget is "Negotiable". Then they get the employment agencies to help them to source for the same openings but setting different salary budgets for different employment agencies to work on. Currently employment agencies “Do Not Disclose Companies Name" to jobseekers they represent. Consequently the same jobseeker may be sending to the same "Company" directly or through different employment agencies with different salary budgets. 1) Now if you are the Company receiving the same CVs from the same jobseeker with different salary budget via different sources what will you think and do with the same jobseeker ? 2) If you are a Jobseeker, do you think you will get the job ? 3) If you are the Employment Agency do you think you can close the deal ? The consequences will be the Companies asking to see more CVs and lose confidence with the jobseekers at large and ended up taking a longer time for employment agencies to close deals. This will affect the survival of jobseekers and employment agencies. So I urge Employment Agencies “To Disclose Company Names" they represent to all jobseekers from the start to avoid duplicated CVs with different salary budgets ended in the hands of Companies. Jobseekers and Employment Agencies have to work closely to share information about Companies who are out there to "Test Market" and wasting jobseekers and employment agencies time, effort and money bearing in mind that the Companies do not pay a single cent at all. By not disclosing and sharing information about the "Companies" amongst employment agencies and jobseekers it will only drive employment agencies and jobseekers into desperation. Companies will take advantage of this weakness and keep setting lower and lower salary budgets for employment agencies to work on. This will further create for frustration and desperation amongst employment agencies and jobseekers. The job market in Singapore is small and the employment agencies and jobseekers have to work "Smart" and not let the Companies “Fool” them. Employment agencies should not worry about jobseekers sending their CVs direct to their Clients cause most of the Companies have that "Shopping for the Best Candidate" attitude through various sources. At the end of the day it is all about which jobseeker has the "BEST MATCH" in the eyes of the Companies not the employment agencies nor the jobseekers. Companies may instruct employment agencies “Not to Disclose" their Companies Names to jobseekers so that they are better "Manipulate" jobseekers and employment agencies. Companies usually want to portray themselves as good employers who are willing to pay what the jobseekers are worth for. So they choose to hide behind these employment agencies to "test market" without dirtying their own hands. I WELCOME PUBLIC COMMENTS ON THIS ISSUE !! Pls read below 2 same ads appeared on the same day at jobsdb 27/4/10 with different salary budgets. 1) TODAY'S CAREER BELOW $4,000 AND 2) MCI UPTO $5,000 Imagine the negative reactions triggered by the agencies and candidates upon reading these ads. Companies are just "testing market" and wasting resources.. AD 1) Today's Career is an active member of the Singapore Staffing Association since 1996. Our Corporate philosophy of service quality has always been proactive, personalized employment services tailored to your career needs. By connecting with us, you will be able to leverage on our extensive network of organizations, and assisted by our team of dedicated consultants to fill up suitable job openings. Financial Analyst (SAP/Hyperion) - Novena MRT Preparation and Analysis of monthly financial results- Discuss Analysis with BU Controller and define actions and tasks- Prepare monthly reports and KPIs to finance Business Unit Management- Develop new management reports- Forecasting and Budgeting support- Develop presentations for Business Unit- Lead small projects- Support preparation of board report- Prepare Business Development overview- Control and support Business Warehouse reporting roll-out in Asia- Participate in ad-hoc projects- Liaise with country finance managers Education:Degree in economics, accounting, finance (University, College of higher education) with focus in finance Professional background:4 - 6 years experience in controlling with a multinational company and/or audit firm Skill set:Analytical skills, very strong in Excel and proficient in applications such as PowerPoint, Business Warehouse, SAP/R3. Fluent in English (speaking and writing). Experience with Hyperion/HFM and consolidation would be a plus. 5 days European MNC at United Square (Novena MRT)8am -530pm Yr(s) of Exp 3 years Qualification Degree Industry Trading and Distribution Salary ***** Below S$4000 ******
What is your opinion on temporary employment agencies? I'm a full time college junior. In addition to using the career center at my school, I'm thinking about going to an employment agency. I want to start looking for work in the field I want to get into (business major). What is your opinion on temp agencies (or employment agencies)? Do they really help you find work and does it take a long time?
How effective are temp/employment agencies? I am planning to make a move to Minnesota, and I would need a job right away, are employment agencies the best way to go? I know I have read from reviews that some agencies don't really help you at all, but if I were to apply to multiple ones, would I for sure get a job?
Employment agencies using your credit report for a background check? Hi! In this day and age would they, and, do employment agencies use your credit report for background checks? What do they look for, if they do? What items would be considered negative strikes against you in consideration for employment? I am starting to go out to look for work. My credit report is so horrible since being laid off a year ago. Thank you for your information in this matter!
Are employment agencies any use what so ever? I've gone to job boards and it seems like all the jobs are offered by employment agencies. It seems like they just hoard all the jobs and make it MORE difficult to find a good one. I've wasted my time with 4 of them so far and I feel like I've been blackballed because I'll call to see if there's anything for me but the answer is always no. Am I paranoid?
What should I do with those employment agencies? I am looking for a job and considering to try those employment agencies (kelly services,pro resources,manpower...etc). What do I need to bring with me when I go there? Do I need to call them up first or just walk in? I have M.S. degree and looking for something more than entry level.
How did you prepare to take clerical assessment tests at employment agencies? Hi! I was wondering how you prepared yourself to take clerical assessments (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) at employment agencies?What are employment agencies looking for as far as evaluation of grades relative to these tests? Thank you so much. This information will really help me because I must go for testing very shortly. Have a great day! Thank you again for taking time to answer my question!! MJ :)
What does employment agencies investigate on a claim? I recently quit a job because someone set me up. This person told the store manager I was drinking on the job. Then I had to take a blood alcohol test. This is the reason I quit because I did not want people to talk behind my back about this. The results are not in yet. My question is , even though I quit, will my employer show that I took the test when I file a claim for unemployment benefits. or will employer state I just quit? Also, what does employment agencies check on a claim?
Why are employment agencies in the US still in business? Are employment agencies really still doing business when millions of people are out of work and other businesses are not hiring or is it a false? Why is it no news or statistics about employment agencies going out of business?
Can you apply and multiple temporary employment agencies? There are several Temporary Employment agencies in our community and I was curious to find out whether applying at a few agency's was allowed or not. I figured the more people searching with the companies they contract with the more opportunities.
What are the most effective employment agencies in the Raleigh NC area? HELP? I will be going do to Raleigh in a few weeks (from CT) in hopes of looking for a job. I need to know the most effective employment agencies. I will not have much time therefore I will need to spend my time wisely. Where should I look into booking a hotel room? Any advice you can offer would be great. Im new to the area so I will be looking to do as much networking as possible. Advise...advise...advise!
Can minors use local employment agencies? I am currently 17 and live in Alabama. My step-father wants me to go to a local employment agency tomorrow and look for work there. I'm not sure if they will even work with me because of my age. Will most employment agencies work with minors?
What software do employment agencies use? What sort of software does an employment agency use for its computers? Do they have a special software to record their pool of people looking for employment? What software is that?
How much do employment agencies charge the companies for providing an employ? I am employed through an employment agency and get paid from them. So I would like to know, how much in fact they charge the compani I work for? Based on some calculation (I might be wrong though) I only get like 84% of my salary, wheras the rest of 16% goes to the agency. Can this be true? has any one got experiece in this? Thank you all.
Where are there employment agencies in Suffolk County? My boyfriend is looking for a job in Suffolk County, Long Island and I tried to find an employment agency to help him. I can't seem to find anywhere online to help me, everything seems to be a dead end or wrong information. Does anyone know of actual places to go that help find jobs and set up interviews? He lives in the Mastics/Moriches/Shirley area. Thank you.
How do employment agencies make their profits? I just started working for an employment agency. I want to work temporary to permanent (to be sure I like the environment and people). I am looking for legal secretary positions. When I push for a larger hourly rate, I usually get it, making me think the agency must be making alot of money from this. I am going on an interview on Thursday, and I was told to absolutely not discuss salary or benefits with the representatiave from that law firm. If I am to stay there past temporary then I want to be able to ask about reviews for merit raises and vacation/sick-day benefits. If I don't know this stuff, how do I know that I even want to work there? My objective is to find a permanent place, so I need to know some info about the temporary position. Thanks so much for any insight you can offer. I am new to this.
Do employment agencies actaully have jobs avaliable? Do employment agencies actually have job available or do they waste your time having you come in there to meet some sort of quota? I have applied to at least 10 employment agencies that all have jobs advertised, but nothing ever happens. This has happened to a few people I know.
How can I get Employment Agencies in uk? We have a Employment agency in trinidad and many people are interested to work in uk on contract basis. If any body knowswho needs all kind of workers please let me know so that I will provide manpower.
Is it a good idea to mail out your resume to employment agencies? I am currently looking for a job and have tried to apply online, in person, and networking. I usually go to a staffing service in person, but this time I am thinking about mailing a cover letter and my resume to an employment agency which I have never done before. Is this a good idea? What are the chances of the recruiters looking at your mailed resume? Need advice, thanks in advance!
A question for employment agencies and Corporate America? I need an honest answer for this. I get so angry at employment agencies for this comment. "You do not qualify for this position. You may want to take some classes and get a degree " How in the world amy I supposed to go to school? I have no job due to cut backs. .How am I suppose to pay for college? I apply for jobs on a daily basis. I am not a bum. I want a job, not sit around the apartment all day.
Are there any employment agencies in Canada that hire Filipino's from abroad? I have family/friends in the Philippines that would like to obtain a working visa for Canada. Are there any good employment agencies or employers you may know of that will hire Filipino's who live in the Philippines? To obtain a Canadian Working Visa, it's imperative that the person in the Philippines obtains a job offer in Canada. Would like to find a job in Toronto, Hamilton, St. Catherines or Niagara Falls.
What's your opinion about employment agencies? With my experiences with the 4, now 2, (soon to be none) employment agencies in my area, I feel like they are crap, in experience they don't help and/or very limited to what they can do. I get more offers from the want ads than these supposed employment agencies. What do you think?
Who are the best employment agencies in Atlanta? Might be looking to move to Hot-lanta next year and wondering who the best employment agencies are? I've got over 20 years of legal secretarial, word processing, desktop publishing and presentation graphics experience with law firms.
Where can I find employment agencies in Concord, CA and the surrounding area? I am a recent graduate from SF State and have a Bachelors in Psychology. Most part time retail and food service jobs wont take me because I am "over qualified". I am looking for something higher paying and full time. I have been searching since May. Does anyone know of a good Employment Agency in Concord, CA and the surrounding area? I need a job ASAP thank you.
What do you think of employment agencies? So apparently someone from an employment agency (Renaissance Resources, Inc. based out of Chicago, IL to be exact) called me today b/c they saw my resume on career builder and were interested. Do you think they can be trusted? I'm from Ann Arbor, MI, so it's kind of weird that they'd contact me so far away, right? I don't know anything about these types of places. Thanks for the tips!
Can headhunters or employment agencies really get you a job? I'm currently looking for a job. I've been applying everywhere and still have not received any callbacks. I've been using careerbuilder.com. I have a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts. So, I was wondering how exactly headhunters or employment agencies work. Do they fill out the applications/send out resumes for you? Are you guaranteed a job? Please help!
Do you agree Employment Agencies employ idiots who think they know everything? I have had major problems with my employment agency. Some are not even qualified and are very pushy and think they know it all. Some are only 20 and tell me how I should live and what I should do. Age doesn't count, it's the fact they think they know everything and are pushy and bossy and think that they are always right.
Employment agencies, do any of them work? My past experiences with Employment/Job agencies or places that help you find employment has been bad. Out of all the employment agencies that I have gone to not one has been active in finding me a job. Do they work?
What are the employment protection agencies are there in the Washington state? What are the employment protection agencies are there in the Washington state? I have a family member who gets abused by her boss, who fabricates false information to her boss in order to fire her. I know that there are government agencies that protect employees from this kind of abuse by meeting and talking with them and consult on how to deal with these kind of issues. I cannot find them anywhere though. Can you help me, please? Thank you in advance.
The list of employment agencies in Australia? I need to get the list of employment agencies (not ad sites like seek.com.au) with contact details like email, address and phone. I would highly appreciate if you could assist me on where can I get such information.
Why do employment agencies advertise jobs that they know don't exist? I have found some difficulty in finding a job. I keep hearing that a lot of times, employment agencies advertise jobs that they know don't exist. Is this true? If so, why do they do that? Also, have you ever been scammed or stiffed by an employment agency? What happened? What should somebody do in a situation like that?
Employment Agencies Questions for Getting a Job? I'm 19 and I need a job immediately I was thinking of using a employment agencies to help me get a job fast. I'm willing to work full-time and /or overtime until classes start, i will work nights, 3rd and/ or 2nd. long as the work is before 9 am and after 5 pm when classes start. what should i do to make sure i get a good employment agencies? what are somethings I should know about employment agencies? any additional advice about employment agencies or getting a job?
Employment agencies using your credit report for a background check? Hi! In this day and age would they, and, do employment agencies use your credit report for background checks? What do they look for, if they do? What items would be considered negative strikes against you in consideration for employment? I am starting to go out to look for work. My credit report is so horrible since being laid off a year ago. Thank you for your information in this matter!
How do employment agencies make their profits? I just started working for an employment agency. I want to work temporary to permanent (to be sure I like the environment and people). I am looking for legal secretary positions. When I push for a larger hourly rate, I usually get it, making me think the agency must be making alot of money from this. I am going on an interview on Thursday, and I was told to absolutely not discuss salary or benefits with the representatiave from that law firm. If I am to stay there past temporary then I want to be able to ask about reviews for merit raises and vacation/sick-day benefits. If I don't know this stuff, how do I know that I even want to work there? My objective is to find a permanent place, so I need to know some info about the temporary position. Thanks so much for any insight you can offer. I am new to this.
I was wondering about employment agencies? I live in hammond indiana, and i would like to obtain a better job. I was thinking about an employment agency. In general i have been thinking about the post office, but i hear thats near impossible to get into.
What are some employment agencies in Boston? I have already asked questions about the city of Boston in general and I am pretty focused on moving here from Michigan. I would like to have a job in place before I move and I word in health care as an x-ray/ct scan tech and I was wondering if anyone knew of any employment agencies that deal w/health care recruiting. Thanks!
Tired of Employment Agencies giving you the round around? Okay, they like my cv, they generally come across nice and pleasant, yet you sense that it's all one big facade, especially when the voice on the other end of the phone is a females. They don't always respond to you emails and it's all you you you making and retuning phone calls. Still no job!!! Tired of employment agencies and their empty promises? Don't you just wish they gave it to us straight? Red 7
How do employment agencies work? If I get a job through an employment agency, where do they get their commission from? Does the company providing me with employment pay? Does it come out fo my salary? If so, how does that work? A lump sum or a percentage over a period of time?
Do Employment agencies actually able to find you the job ? Hello I'm currently in need of a job. Some people refer me to an emloyment agency such as Appleone or Adecco. I don't have any experience in these type of agencies, so for those pp that have knowledge, here are some of my question: 1: Are they some kind of middle man between you and the employer ? And are actually work (as in finding you the job) ? 2: Do you have to pay them the fee to look for a job opening for you ?
Why do employment agencies want a physical exam? What does an employer gain by doing a physical exam prior to employment? Do they base their salary offer based on the premium they have to pay for your poor medical history? Or if you had an abortion and it's a religious based company, will they eliminate you from possible consideration?
Do you know any reputable employment agencies in Los Angeles ? (I am NOT merely seeking a list from the web as I am very capable of searching Google myself !!! Neither am I seeking web-only agencies like monster or career-builder. I require agencies that have a telephone number and can be physically visited) I am seeking a job in Los Angeles. I am looking for you to suggest an employment agency that YOU have actually used or visited. Perhaps an agency that has already found YOU, a friend, a family member or colleague a job previously. Perhaps an agency that goes that 'extra mile' to help candidates. Maybe you know someone who has sung the praises of a particular agency? Thanks and I look forward to your responses...
What are some employment agencies? What are some reputable employment agencies? I have done some searching, but I have found a few websites that don't look very professional. I have a 4 year degree and I am looking to relocate to Atlanta. Any specific Atlanta agencies that you know of? Thanks!
Can you name some good employment agencies in the Los Angeles, CA area that focus on computer programmers? I'm not talking about an agency that places IT professionals. I mean an agency that places computer programmer professionals (engineers) who know high-level programming languages. The agency should understand well a programmer's skills. It should be one that is known and respected in the Los Angeles, CA area. The good agencies also provide benefits to the people they place, such as direct deposit, holiday pay, and online timecards. The good agencies might also offer medical benefits, FSAs, 401(k) to those that contract long term. Thanks in advance. I have a friend who really needs help looking for work in this field. He is at an advanced level in his career.
What is the purpose of Employment Agencies testing your software skills? Hi i've gone to temp agencies and they always give me these software skills computerized tests, for microsoft word, excell. Now i'm no pro at excell cause i rarely use it, but i know the basics, and even if i don't i can just take up a tutorial or something and learn it. so why do they judge you on how well you know excell, when even if you don't know it perfect, you can learn it with all kinds of tutorials and books that exist.so i don't see why they put so much importance on that. i mean, just because i get 76% on the excell test, i'm not gonna get hired? and another thing too..does everyone have to know the exact menus and options by heart?? no they don't.. and that's exactly what the test makes it seem like. in reality you don't remember everything so you browse around the menus. but i n the test, you have to select the right menu or right option in a menu in predetermined steps.. which is just bull.
I need a list of employment agencies in Hong Kong? Hello everybody, I am from Hong Kong and looking for a job..... please advice is you could help to look for a job or if you could help me to locate a list employment agencies in Hong Kong. Thank you so much.
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