Media Staffing Network Blog
News and opinion from the Media Staffing Network team.
January 25, 2019
Do You Spend Enough Time Scouting Talent?
With January almost done, you had better have a solid talent acquisition plan in place. I find it interesting that when I attend conferences or host webinars, the number one issue radio operators share is finding good, talented salespeople. This is a serious issue that won’t go away; as more Boomers start to retire, more … Read More ›
October 16, 2018
Getting Your Ideal Candidate May Cost More Than You Think
What you paid last year is probably not going to be what it will cost you today or tomorrow. There is a big war for qualified talent going on and to get what you want, you will pay more. We often get calls from Human Resources or Market Managers wanting to hire a new sales … Read More ›
September 11, 2018
Off Hours Business Etiquette
We are living in a world of instant gratification. We are inundated with email, texts, instant messaging, Instagram, and numerous other communication platforms. For many, work is a 24/7 lifestyle and for others, it is M-F 8-5. What is right?
There is no right answer. But there are boundaries that can be set. When accepting the … Read More ›
August 21, 2018
Don’t be so Quick to Eliminate Senior Job Seekers
Unemployment is at an all-time low. People aren’t aging as they have in the past, they are active, smart and still hungry. They have many skills that younger workers need to learn and have the drive and interest to learn from younger workers. Mature sellers often have years of contacts and they usually have strong … Read More ›
August 14, 2018
Attracting A Younger Workforce
Article on Radio Ink
Recently I was asked what radio can do to attract the younger workforce. Most companies are still grappling with how to attract and manage millennials, and now we are starting to learn more about the Gen Z generation — those born after 1995.
There are a few broadcasters who have done an … Read More ›