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How to Make your Job Opening More Appealing to Candidates

March 9, 2023/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

Are you lacking in clicks when it comes to your open job posting? There may be a few key details missing from the job that could bring in an onslaught of applicants. Ready to sift through a few more resumes? Read on.

Remote/hybrid work

According to LinkedIn, remote jobs get 2x as many views and 2.5x more applications. If it is possible to offer a remote or hybrid option for the position you are hiring for, this could exponentially increase the number of applicants interested! Because of the major uptick in hybrid/remote work options since the pandemic, many candidates have come to expect these choices with this flexibility.

Money matters

With all the resources available now, like Glassdoor, people know what they are worth. Don’t lowball. A low salary can immediately turn people off. If you don’t want to give an exact salary, a salary range will give the candidate a good idea of what to expect when it comes to compensation. If you have great benefits that would add value to the salary, mention those in your job description!

Details, details, DETAILS!

People only apply for a job when they know what it is all about! Not only do scant job descriptions give little information about the position, but in the worst case, they can look like some sort of scam. Give potential candidates an idea of what a day on the job may look like. Include info on travel, days in the office/on-site, and what other positions they will be working alongside. Include any benefits that would pique interest. Mention things about the company culture. If you feel so inclined (and it isn’t already required by your state or province), include the pay rate or salary range. People want to know what they are getting themselves into.

Get more clicks by giving people the info they want to know! By showing you care to write a thorough job description, candidates see that you care about who you fill the position with. Bring in the right people!

Want to learn more about JSG’s service offerings? Check them out here.

Skilled Trades: 3 Unconventional Places to Look for Your Next Hire

February 8, 2023/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

Finding experienced candidates to fill positions for skilled trades can be difficult. While it often seems like a no-brainer to go back to your common recruiting avenues like job board websites, LinkedIn, or networking events, there are a few positions that you might have better luck filling by looking elsewhere. “But where?” you may ask. Never fear; the answers are below.

Craigslist

You may be thinking, “Isn’t Craigslist just an old-fashioned version of Facebook Marketplace?” In some respects, yes. However, Craigslist has been a place where people have gone to look for open positions for a while! If you are looking for people to fill Senior-level positions in skilled trades, this could be an amazing place for you to look! If someone has been in the industry for years, this may have been where they found some of their jobs in the past. People tend to return to the habits that have brought them success in the past. Don’t miss this opportunity to catch their eye on their tried-and-true platform!

Reddit or Quora

Reddit and Quora are online communities where people ask questions and help each other out with advice and information. There are plenty of threads on both sites that are industry an trade-specific. You may have some luck posting links to your open jobs on these boards or even starting your own thread for people who are looking for jobs in your industry. You would be surprised who you might come across!

Newspaper Ads

I know. You may be thinking, “Ugh, looking through the newspaper for job ads reminds me of my dad!” Guess who probably has a lot of experience in their field? YOUR DAD. Like Craigslist, the newspaper might be a tried-and-true method of job-searching for some, especially in skilled trades. If you feel like you aren’t attracting candidates with the right experience level, try putting an ad in the paper!

While some of these methods of candidate searching may seem unconventional, they may just lead you to your next great hire.

Are you looking to GET HIRED? Check out JSG’s current openings here.

Insurance and JSG Protect

December 22, 2022/in Client Resources, JSG Protect /by Natalie Kral

JSG has recently launched a new offering to our clients called JSG Protect–a cybersecurity system to protect their company and data! Each week this December 2022, we will highlight a different industry that would benefit from using JSG Protect. This week, we want to focus on insurance!

Why are insurance companies targeted?

The short answer to this question is—insurance companies are where the money and data are! Insurance companies have sensitive data pertaining to both their current and potential clients. This is a goldmine of information for cybercriminals to hold for ransom. Because the purpose of insurance companies is to pay out clients when they are in need, a cyberattack that brings down the whole system is not an option. Insurance companies cannot lose the trust of their clients, or their market value will plummet. Because of this, when insurance companies are infiltrated, many end up paying the ransom demanded of them in order to avoid service outages. The average cost paid by insurance companies that experience cybersecurity attacks is around $130,000.

How can you protect your business?

Sometimes when you are unprepared for a cybersecurity attack, you do not realize it until it is too late. Get protections set up for your company, so you never have to wonder if your data is safe. Educating your staff about best practices for keeping your company’s data safe is essential. Password policies, data backups, and staff training are all great steps to keeping your company safe, but the key to being worry-free about your cybersecurity is to partner with professionals like those at JSG Protect. At JSG Protect, we have professionals that analyze your systems to ensure the best use and provide 24/7 active monitoring.

If you would like to learn more about our JSG Protect service offerings, visit our informational page here.

Real Estate and JSG Protect

December 19, 2022/in Client Resources, JSG Protect /by Natalie Kral

JSG has recently launched a new offering to our clients called JSG Protect–a cybersecurity system to protect their company and data! Each week this December 2022, we will highlight a different industry that would benefit from using JSG Protect. This week, we want to focus on real estate!

Why are real estate companies targeted?

Real estate companies hold not only their customers’ and clients’ sensitive information but also their own valuable information on their own listings and even prospective buildings. There is a gold mine of information that cybercriminals are just waiting to get their (virtual) hands on. They know the data real estate companies are holding is sensitive and often pertains to high net worth/high profile individuals. This gives cybercriminals even more incentive to target real estate.

Another thing that makes cybercrime on real estate so unique is a hacker’s ability to literally control a building. With the dramatic rise in IoT devices and smart homes, hackers can find a way into the internal web of the building and control it remotely. This could mean shutting down HVAC systems, locking doors, etc. This could shut down entire businesses and even pose a danger to employees.

Cybercriminals will hold all of these factors mentioned over companies’ or individuals’ heads until they get what they demand.

How can real estate companies protect themselves?

It is pretty safe to say that if you are not prepared, you will suffer from a cybersecurity attack. It is essential to educate your staff about best practices for keeping your company’s data safe. Password policies, data backups, and staff training are all great steps to keeping your company safe, but the key to being worry-free about your cybersecurity is to partner with professionals like those at JSG Protect. At JSG Protect, we have professionals that analyze your systems to ensure the best use and provide 24/7 active monitoring.

If you would like to learn more about our JSG Protect service offerings, visit our

informational page here.

Why Protect your Law Firm with JSG Protect?

December 8, 2022/in Client Resources, IT Consulting Services /by Natalie Kral

JSG has recently launched a new offering to our clients called JSG Protect–a cybersecurity system to protect their company and data! Each week this December 2022, we will highlight a different industry that would benefit from using JSG Protect. This week, we want to focus on law firms!

Why are law firms targeted?

Law firms can be very vulnerable to cybercrime! Because of all the sensitive information that law firms handle, there is great motivation for cybercriminals to hold ransomware threats over their heads. Law firms not only have their own data to protect, but they also store highly confidential information for clients that they will have to answer to. A cybersecurity breach could be the difference between a successful law firm and one that is quickly run out of business.

With file storage being almost entirely digital at this point, large firms need professionals to track their security measures. According to the PWC “Law Firms” Survey from 2019, an astonishing 100% of the top 10 law firms suffered from at least one phishing attack that year. 24/7 monitoring is needed to ensure that files are kept safe from bad actors. Companies that have employees working remotely, even just part-time, are at a greater risk for attacks because of the plethora of networks employees are working from. A strong security wall needs to be put in place by professionals.

How to protect against attacks

It is pretty safe to say that if you are not prepared, you will suffer from a cybersecurity attack. It is essential to educate your staff about best practices for keeping your company’s data safe. Password policies, data backups, and staff training are all great steps to keeping your company safe, but the key to being worry-free about your cybersecurity is to partner with professionals like those at JSG Protect. At JSG Protect, we have professionals that analyze your systems to ensure the best use and provide 24/7 active monitoring.

If you would like to learn more about our JSG Protect service offerings, visit our informational page here.

New to JSG: JSG Protect powered by SUPRA ITS

November 1, 2022/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

JSG is now offering a new cybersecurity service to our Northeast clients! With cybersecurity attacks being at an all-time high, we want to make sure that our clients are protected. Enter JSG Protect powered by SUPRA ITS!

Why is protection needed?

According to Purplesec.us, cybercrime has grown 600% since the COVID-19 pandemic. We are looking at a global annual cost of roughly $6 trillion every year. With technology constantly evolving, ransomware becomes increasingly destructive. This is why it is important to protect yourself and your company. Even for small businesses, a data breach can cost anywhere between $120,000 to $1.24 million. For midsize to large businesses, it can cost between $1.25 million and $4.24 million. Professional protection is key to avoiding these costs.

What can JSG Protect do for our clients?

JSG has a team of experienced IT professionals ready to assist with all of your company’s IT needs. With a wide variety of IT consulting service offerings, we can create a custom solution that is the perfect fit for your organization. JSG can rapidly and strategically deploy teams or personnel with the key skills and tools necessary to meet every IT challenge. Offerings include professional services, network and data security, cloud services, and managed IT. Our team has the flexibility to work with each customer to develop a solution that meets their individual or unique needs, ensuring consistent, quality service – regardless of service options required.

For more information on JSG Protect, visit jsginc.com/jsg-protect. As this program takes flight, we hope to soon offer this service to clients across the US and Canada!

Workplace Safety: Fire Safety

September 26, 2022/in Candidate Resources, Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

Fire Prevention week is October 9-15^th! Make sure your workplace is safe (whether it is your office or your home) and make sure you have a plan if a flame does catch. By staying vigilant, you can create a safe environment both at work and at home. Check out NFPA’s website for helpful educational resources about fire safety!

Educate yourself about the office

Ensure that you know where the stairway exits are. Additionally, it is helpful to know where the fire extinguishers are kept in your office space. If you cannot locate them, please ensure to check you’re your supervisor as to their location. These simple steps can result in a much safer and calmer response to an office fire emergency.

Create a plan for your home

Come up with a plan in the case that a fire catches in your home. Make sure that all members of the household are aware of safe exits and alternative ways to get out of the house if doors are unreachable. Know where your fire extinguishers are and be aware of what could easily catch flame in your home (appliances, candles, etc.).

Use this week to check in and make your workspace and home fire safety conscious places! Make sure those around you are aware of safety measures, and work together to make your spaces as safe as possible.

Make It or Break It: Onboarding

September 7, 2022/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

The onboarding process can often be overlooked. You have won over the candidate, and it is now their first day on the job. Now what? An all-encompassing onboarding process is vital to helping employees feel prepared for what they just signed up for (a job with you!) and keeping them around.

Provide a Schedule

People like to know what to expect when going into a new experience. Giving employees a basic outline of their first day or week can ease nerves and show your awareness of their needs. This also ensures they are ready and on time for different onboarding processes. Giving new employees a schedule also allows them to prepare for various aspects of their new job and come ready with any questions or concerns that they may have.

Supply Resources

Provide employees with what they need on the job as soon as possible. Employees like to see that their new company is not only excited but also prepared for them to join the team. If appropriate for their position, provide some kind of booklet/binder that outlines their responsibilities with basic instructions. This gives them the autonomy to start acquainting themselves with how things are done at your company.

Introduce Coworkers

It is important that your new employee feels like they are part of the team. Introduce them to their coworkers, so they know who is who. This way, they will know who to reach out to when they have questions or need assistance with their work. If possible, have some employees take the new hire out to lunch sometime during their first week. This creates a more relaxed and sociable environment for employees to get comfortable with one another.

Giving employees a solid base the begin with sets them up for success at your company in the long run. Good onboarding means prepared employees. Prepared employees are happy employees.

Employees Want These Benefits in 2023

August 23, 2022/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

It is crucial to cater to the needs and wants of employees, as they are getting more particular about who they work for and the benefits they offer. If you are not keeping up with their expectations, employees may begin to jump ship. Be the company that draws people in and keeps them around!

Hybrid/Flexible Schedules

This is one of the few benefits a company can offer which costs NOTHING. If the nature of your company’s service allows for remote work, allowing remote or hybrid options could greatly benefit you and your employees. Not only do employees tend to be happier with more flexible schedules and locations, but allowing hybrid/remote could save you money in the long run (e.g., energy costs, office space rental, etc.). Check out this recent article about the benefits of implementing a hybrid schedule for your employees.

Paid Parental Leave

Employees want to feel comfortable having children without worrying about income suddenly halting while their expenses are skyrocketing. Offering paid parental leave can help keep valuable employees of yours around. If you are unable to offer extended paid leave, offering more flexible schedules for new parents would be greatly appreciated by employees. If you are typically an entirely in-person or hybrid office, allow new parents to work fully remote for a certain amount of time after their child’s birth or adoption. This will enable employees to be present with their children while maintaining their job responsibilities.

Educational Support

Employees may be considering furthering their education. This can majorly benefit YOU! You may want to contribute to their tuition or permit flexible hours to allow employees to attend classes. According to Investopedia, employers that help fund their employees’ continued education are more likely to have “increased employee loyalty, reduced turnover, increased productivity, and an employee pool with the skills needed to take on new projects and move into leadership positions.” By supporting employees in these situations, you retain their talent, ensuring that the investment in their education pays for itself!

Employees stick around when they feel supported by their employer. Offer your employees what they need, and both parties will benefit!

Advantages to Hiring Recent Graduates

August 4, 2022/in Client Resources /by Natalie Kral

What is black, white, and red all over? A recent graduate’s resume with all of the blood, sweat, and tears they put into it! Recent grads are fresh off the press and eager to start working in the field. What are the advantages of bringing them on to your team?

Excitement for Work

Fresh grads are excited to begin work in the field they have now been training in for years. These hires will be productive workers, not to mention that they will also likely be relatively tech-savvy. It never hurts to have someone who naturally knows how to navigate new systems and easily takes on unfamiliar tasks. These recent grads will be ready to learn and be guided by the expertise of older, more experienced coworkers. This can lead to healthy symbiotic relationships between coworkers, trading wisdom and new ways of efficiently working with each other.

Fresh Canvas

Eager to learn more, new graduates are quick to pick up on how your company runs. Whereas experienced workers may have picked up some bad habits or be stuck on outdated ways of doing things, recent grads have yet to develop habits, for good or for bad.

New Perspective

Recent graduates bring a fresh perspective to your company that could update/improve your processes. When they come right out of school, they will be up to date on the most current practices in your field. Having employees with a range of skills and experiences can make your company more effective. You are more likely to have a range of understandings of your target populations, and their diverse knowledge can help you effectively reach the groups you are targeting.

New graduates can be a major asset to your company. Do not overlook them just because they are young or lack experience. These people can prove to be essential additions to your teams!