Message from Barbara

There is a lot of negativity in the economic news these days with the soft real estate market, but we at Barbara Davis Employment Services still see a lot of good business. What we do see is a higher level of caution that tends to slow down the hiring process. Clients are being more selective and managers are taking longer to make hiring decisions. They are looking for candidates with very specific requirements and skills.

This type of market calls for perseverance and preparedness both on the part of the candidate and the employer. The candidate may go on more interviews and wait longer for a yes or no answer on hiring. He/she also needs to hone resume and interviewing skills. The employer also needs to spend more time delineating skills needed and refining the job description so that we can send them candidates that are a good fit for the job. The employer may also use our Temp-to-Hire program in order to ensure the right match with the employee.

Slow markets require more patience, but they also offer opportunities. There are good candidates looking for positions and there are companies looking for good employees. It is BDES’ mission to bring them together.

Sincerely,

Barbara Davis

Proper Communication Skills are Essential

With the prevalence of texting and slang in today's world, correct English language usage doesn't receive the attention that it needs. Proper English is a habit and when surrounded by people using slang, it is easy to fall into the habit of using words that will hurt your credibility in a business setting.

A company's brand is built on many things, including the professional appearance and demeanor of its employees. How you speak and dress reflects on the company, and if you use slang or swear words you will be less likely to be hired or receive promotions. Speech that may be commonplace with your peers may not be widely accepted by all audiences.

Three groups of non-proper speech should be avoided. First, slang words that are not understood by the majority of the population are irritating to those outside the group that uses it. Second, incorrect English makes you sound uneducated and less competent. And finally, swear words and offensive language will find a negative response in almost any company and should never be used. Avoid ever using words that you may be sorry for later.

Corporations, retail businesses and service companies know that their clients come from a variety of backgrounds and are concerned about the impressions their employees leave with others. Practice proper language skills so they will become habits!

CentraState Chosen for Annual Charity Giving Program

Each year Barbara Davis Employment Services chooses an organization for its Charitable Giving Program. This year a percentage of all sales during the month of October will be donated to CentraState Healthcare System.

CentraState is in the midst of a giant expansion that will expand outpatient capacity with its new Ambulatory Campus which includes a Health Awareness Center, Outpatient Rehab, Fitness/ Wellness Center and Cardiac Diagnostic Area. To keep pace with the growing need for cancer care services, they are adding a comprehensive Cancer Centre and upgrading the Critical Care units.

Barbara Davis is proud to help the hospital make a difference in the health of Monmouth County.

Anniversaries for 2 BDES Employees

Trudy Felsmann has been with BDES for 20 years. She joined the company as an administrative assistant. “As the company grew, I grew with it, learning every phase and eventually becoming the Office Manager. Every day is different. The reward is finding a position for a candidate that they will be happy in,” explains Trudy.

A little less visible employee is Mary Joan Ziemanis, the company’s Bookkeeper/Payroll Coordinator, who has been with BDES for 10 years. Mary Joan says she loves the people she works with and enjoys the challenge of balancing a large, fluid payroll.

“BDES could not have grown and prospered without the outstanding service of these two women,” says Barbara Davis.