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Lynn Connor

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Lynn Connor currently co-owns COATS Office Automation and was a partner in Reliance Staffing & Recruiting for over 30 years. COATS provides fully integrated software to the staffing industry and works seamlessly with your staff to ensure software efficiency. Microsoft linking, Crystal Reports, a fully integrated CRM, payroll and complete accounting, online applicant entry, online job posting, and multi-state, multi-branch, multi-locality capabilities are available throughout the entire system. You can learn more about COATS here > https://www.coatssql.com Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lmsconnor/

Adapting to Thrive: 5 Key Strategies for Staffing Agencies in 2024

Published: Jan 30, 2024 2:04 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 2024
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity, Recruiting  |  Tags: Social Media, Candidates, Recruiting, Sourcing, Staffing, Clients, Hiring, Jobs, Law

How is the staffing industry fairing as we move into 2024? The answer is complex and nuanced. While there are certainly positive indicators, theres always potential challenges to consider. Par for the...

Conquer Chaos, Embrace Efficiency: One Software for Your Entire Staffing Agency

Published: Jan 2, 2024 3:14 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1268
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity  |  Tags: Recruiting, Staffing, Clients, Jobs

Juggling mountains of paperwork? Feeling frazzled by fragmented systems? Arent you ready for something different in 2024? We've all been there. In the fast-paced world of staffing, efficiency is key. ...

Virtual Reality Staffing: Enhancing Candidate Assessment, Training, and Onboarding

Published: Nov 27, 2023 6:54 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1872
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity, Recruiting  |  Tags: Candidates, Recruiting, Staffing, Clients, Search, Hiring, Jobs

The average length of time to place a new employee on payroll for a staffing agency varies depending on the industry, the position being filled, and the experience of the recruiter. According to a rec...

Staffing agencies: What is your number one priority?

Published: Nov 14, 2023 7:15 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1680
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity  |  Tags: Social Media, Candidates, Recruiting, Job Orders, Placement, Staffing, Clients, Search, Hiring, Sales, Law

As the prior staffing agency owners of Reliance Staffing & Recruiting, we came to understand through 35 years in business that the key to success is finding and retaining top talent. But with so many ...

Use Data to Master your Staffing Process and Supercharge your Agency

Published: Oct 30, 2023 11:50 AM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1854
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity  |  Tags: Remote Work, Candidates, Recruiting, Job Market, Placement, Sourcing, Staffing, Clients, Hiring, Jobs

Data can help staffing firms understand where to focus their efforts and how to price their services, match candidates to jobs more effectively, identify and retain top performers, and improve custome...

Boosting Staffing Firm Profits: One-Platform Solution

Published: Oct 2, 2023 4:02 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1825
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity  |  Tags: Candidates, Placement, Sourcing, Staffing, Clients, Hiring

In the ever-evolving staffing industry, challenges abound, from market fluctuations to shifting economic landscapes. As we step into October 2023, new hurdles emerge increased regulations, a competit...

Navigating Form I-9 Updates and Document Inspection Requirements

Published: Aug 8, 2023 3:45 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 1965
Category: Expert Advice  |  Tags: Remote Work, Staffing, Clients, Hiring

As the staffing industry continues to evolve, it's crucial for owners and managers to stay updated on regulatory changes that impact their operations. One such recent update pertains to Form I-9 and i...

Harnessing the Power of Staffing Agencies for Remote Work: Unveiling New Opportunities

Published: Jul 11, 2023 5:06 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 2118
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity  |  Tags: Remote Work, Candidates, Recruiting, Placement, Marketing, Sourcing, Staffing, Clients, Search, Hiring, Sales, Jobs

The rise of remote work has given companies new ways to access talent pools around the world in today's quickly changing workplace. While directly hiring remote workers is a common strategy, working w...

Understanding Staffing Turnover: Calculating and Reducing Turnover Rates for Staffing Agencies

Published: Jun 13, 2023 1:27 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 2639
Category: Columns, Expert Advice, Productivity, Recruiting  |  Tags: Interviewing, Recruiting, Staffing, Clients, Hiring, Sales

Staffing agencies play a crucial role in matching employers with temporary employees who possess the necessary skills and expertise. However, one common challenge faced by staffing firms is turnover a...

Recruitment Software: The Transformative Solution for Staffing Agencies

Published: May 18, 2023 2:49 PM
By Lynn Connor  |  Viewed: 2327
Category: Expert Advice, Productivity, Technology  |  Tags: Social Media, Candidates, Recruiting, Job Orders, Placement, Staffing, Clients, Hiring

Managing the recruitment process can be a daunting task, especially for staffing agencies and small businesses. However, it is now much simpler to find the ideal candidate for a job thanks to the deve...

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