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Manufacturing Recruitment Strategies for Hudson Valley’s Evolving Industrial Landscape

 

Ever wonder why some Hudson Valley manufacturers seem to effortlessly attract great talent while others struggle to fill key positions? The answer often lies in their recruitment strategy—or lack thereof. While our region’s private sector has shown remarkable strength, reaching record highs of 828,900 positions in late 2024, manufacturers face unique challenges in building their […]

 

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Why Is It So Hard to Find a Job Right Now (and What to Do About It)

 

Looking for work has always required dedication, patience, and perseverance. But you may have noticed the process has become increasingly difficult lately. You’re not imagining it. Just type “Why is it so hard to find a job” into LinkedIn, and you’ll find thousands of posts from frustrated professionals sharing similar struggles. Navigating the current job […]

 

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Seasonal Hiring Tips: How to Adapt to Peak Staffing Demand

 

Are your hiring strategies ready for the seasonal surge ahead? Organizations across the Hudson Valley face unique staffing challenges as market demands shift throughout the year. Whether you’re managing increased banking operations due to recent Federal Reserve rate adjustments, ramping up healthcare staffing for flu season, or scaling industrial teams for holiday shipping demands, seasonal […]

 

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How Flexible Staffing Solutions Bridge Skills Gaps in Hudson Valley Industries

 

For many businesses across the Hudson Valley, the hunt for critical skills has become an equally maddening scavenger hunt, with far higher stakes than a postponed dinner. Technological advancements, economic shifts, and regulatory changes are reshaping job requirements across our region’s key sectors. These forces demand new skills and adaptability from workers, often outpacing the […]

 

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The High Cost of Employee Turnover

 

Hiring is no easy task. But far too many businesses focus on the wrong aspects. Keeping your current employees happy is as important as hiring the right people for your company. Employee turnover and retention should be at the top of your employment programs. By creating good retention practices, you can create a competitive edge […]

 

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The Benefits of Hiring Temporary Workers

 

  The business landscape feels vaguely uncertain. There are still many questions up in the air. Despite that, we’ve seen many leaders commit to increasing headcount over coming months. The fact is that to achieve organizational success and high performance in the face of uncertainty requires a fully-staffed workforce. We’ve found that hiring temporary workers […]

 

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Ethan Allen Awards 2024-2025 Scholarship to Brandon Sherwood

 

  At Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions, we pride ourselves on supporting individuals at all stages of their career paths, especially those just starting to follow their dreams. We are thrilled to announce the recipient of our annual $5,000 scholarship: Brandon Sherwood, a Hudson Valley high school graduate who will be attending the University of Maryland […]

 

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Keep the Gears Turning: The Ethan Allen Approach to Light Industrial Staffing

 

You’ve heard of workforces that run like a “well-oiled machine.” We wouldn’t be surprised if that phrase originated in the light industrial space, where having the right workers in place means maintaining productivity, meeting deadlines, and ultimately, staying competitive. But with high turnover rates and constant demand for new skills, securing reliable staff can be […]

 

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