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AI is increasing the workloads of full-time employees, according to The Upwork Research Institute. It found 77% of employees say AI has added to their...
Job seeker confidence fell for all but the highest-earning job seekers in the second quarter, according to ZipRecruiter. The Job Seeker Confidence Index fell 5.8...
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has dropped its appeal of a Texas federal judge’s order striking down its new, expansive joint employer rule. As...
The U.S. skilled labor market is facing record-high pressure, particularly for companies with manufacturing and construction operations. Increasing labor scarcity, amplified by the COVID-19 disruptions,...
U.S. job openings rose slightly to 8.1 million in May despite the impact of higher interest rates intended to cool the labor market. Vacancies rose...
With more people online than ever, follow these tips for using social media in your job search. LinkedIn currently boasts around 397 million monthly active...
The median pay raise in 2024 fell to 4.1% from the previous year’s median increase of 4.5%, according to the Salary Budget Planning Report released...
June’s job report saw a gain of 206,000 nonfarm jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly employment report. Employment gains happened in...
At QPS, we have been keeping you informed about the significant legislative changes affecting business in Illinois. As these developments continue to unfold, we want...
This month, Quality Magazine, a print and media organization focused on manufacturing professionals, released the results from their 2024 State of the Profession Survey. As...
Employers often include experience requirements in job postings to screen for strong candidates, lower training costs, and reduce the risk of hiring unqualified workers. However,...
U.S. job openings fell in April to the lowest level since 2021. But they remained at historically strong levels despite high interest rates and signs...
The number of Americans filing for jobless benefits jumped to the highest level in 10 months, a sign that the labor market is likely cooling...
An invested learning and development team improves employee retention, helps make employees more productive, and increases overall effectiveness. The learning and development team at QPS...
May’s job report saw a gain of 272,000 nonfarm jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly employment report. Employment gains happened in...
New college graduates from the class of 2024 are prioritizing economic security and benefits as they enter the workforce, according to a report released today...
Job openings fell in April and reached a new three-year low, according to seasonally adjusted data released today by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics....
At QPS, we believe in being actively involved in the communities we serve. Recently, team members from our Marshalltown, IA branch took this commitment to...
Business activity contracted in the US manufacturing sector in May for the second consecutive month, according to the Institute for Supply Management. “After breaking a...
Are you a go-getter? Good at math? You’re hired! A growing share of employers are relaxing demands that job candidates have a certain amount of...
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped to its highest level in more than eight months, another indication that the red hot U.S....
U.S. workers who switched jobs since the pandemic’s onset are much more dissatisfied than those who stayed, according to a survey by The Conference Board....
Gen Z workers say they’re open to jobs in manufacturing. But getting them to take these jobs, engage, and stay will mean changing a work...
U.S. jobs openings slid in March to the lowest level in more than three years, but stayed at historically high levels in a sign that...
For the 15th year in a row, QPS Employment Group has been named a top workplace in southeastern Wisconsin by The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and...
Today’s work environments have never been more complex. Companies can have some combination of remote, hybrid, or in-office employees. Employees do their best work...
April’s job report saw a gain of 175,000 nonfarm jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly employment report. Employment gains happened in...
The US manufacturing industry may need as many as 3.8 million new employees by 2033, according to a report by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute....
The practice of switching jobs on a frequent basis has its fair share of critics. But in this blog, we’ll be looking into both the...
As a person that may be responsible for hiring, think of some of the some of the best and worst interviews you have had. Everyone...
U.S. job openings barely changed in February, staying at historically high levels in a sign that the American job market remains strong. The Labor Department...
Fewer Americans have applied for jobless benefits as the labor market continues to thrive despite the Federal Reserve’s efforts to cool it. The Labor Department...
The US manufacturing sector expanded in March for the first time since September 2022, the Institute for Supply Management reported. Its Manufacturing PMI composite index...
U.S. wage growth returned to 2019 levels, according to data from jobs website Indeed. It found national posted wage growth slowed to year over year...
Thursday, April 11, 2024 was National Pet Day, and members of our Gurnee team brought their pups to the office to celebrate!
...Branches across QPS took time out of their day to view the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Also known as the Great North American...
The interviewer may open with this common question or a variation of it as an icebreaker to get the conversation going. How you begin will...
A big topic on everyone’s minds recently is employee burnout. How do you prevent it? How do you recognize it? What do you do about...
March’s job report saw a gain of 303,000 nonfarm jobs, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ monthly employment report. Employment gains happened in healthcare,...
Businesses are strategically positioning themselves for the challenges and opportunities the second quarter of 2024 may bring. We recently surveyed clients and prospects across a...
North American CFOs are more upbeat about the economy, but bringing in talent with generative AI skills is a concern, according to the CFO Signals...
Interviewers ask about your weaknesses for several reasons: to gauge your level of self-awareness, learn more about your character, and find out how you handle...
Many sales reps deliver pens, notepads or the usual trinkets that recipients either quickly throw out or shove in a desk drawer. For nearly 20...
You’ve been working for a company for a while, you’ve taken on new responsibilities and excelled at them all. But there’s one thing that hasn’t...
More than 300 Co-Owners gathered in Lake Geneva, WI for a weekend of learning, laughing, and fellowship. This year’s Annual Owners Meeting showcased the best...
During the interviewing process, it is easy to reference your resume and tell of your experiences that get your hard skills across. But what many...
Injuries on the job happen and as an employer, your follow up after these can either be an asset or a liability. Having a step-by-step...
Wondering how to stand out from your competitors? Most companies can’t afford a huge marketing budget, but there are still plenty of cost-effective options that...
As we start the new year, businesses are strategically positioning themselves for the challenges and opportunities the first quarter of 2024 may bring. We recently...
Each holiday season, the branches and departments at QPS donate to a charity of their choice. These organizations are integral in their communities and support...
Several trends, including artificial intelligence and early-career hiring, will influence talent acquisition in the coming year, according to Korn Ferry’s 2024 Talent Acquisition Trend report....
2023 brought a host of changes to Illinois employment law and as those changes continue into 2024, we want you to be prepared. QPS’ VP...
QPS stopped at Penfield Children’s Center to deliver more than 300 pies to the families and staff. Every November, QPS delivers over 6,000 pumpkin pies...
Leaders of 75 of Wisconsin’s largest companies will gather in Milwaukee Tuesday to celebrate the central role of privately-owned companies in the state’s economy. The...
By: Rich Kirchen, Milwaukee Business Journal QPS Employment Group, which is one of metro Milwaukee’s largest staffing firms, plans to double in size over the...
QPS Employment Group has created a newly formed board of directors following their ESOP announcement last year. The most recent addition, Tim Sheehy, is a...