The MGS Insider
January 2019
Mackey & Guasco Staffing is your go-to Recruiting Firm for Permanent, Contract and Temporary roles.  We specialize in the areas of Human Resources, Administrative Support, Entry-Level, Legal/Regulatory, Accounting and Customer Service. Our experienced team recruits throughout the U.S., with a strong presence in CT and NY. 
HR Corner
Employer Hiring Expectations at Record High As We Enter 2019

Hiring intentions among U.S. employers are at  a 12-year high  entering the first quarter of 2019, according to a recent Employment Outlook Survey. U.S. employers reported a 20% increase in recruiting confidence, and more than 12,500 employers in all four regions of the country forecasted double-digit-percentage hiring outlooks, specifically in the following industries:

  • Transportation & Utilities (28%)
  • Leisure & Hospitality (27%)
  • Professional & Business Services (25%)
  • Wholesale & Retail Trade (24%)

Also noteworthy from the study: Flexible work schedules, career development opportunities, paid parental leave and remote work options emerge in study after study as employees' most wanted perks.
The MGS Team has been working tirelessly to support our amazing Clients. Just recently, we placed the following roles:
Director, HR PMO & Effectiveness Leader for a New York, NY Global Banking Firm

Sales Assistant for a Norwalk, CT Chemical Company

HR Coordinator for a Wilton, CT High-End Fashion Company

MGS Days-To-Fill Stats:
Perm - 30 days
Long Term Temp - 14 days

Please don't hesitate to reach out to us for assistance with any of your open positions.
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Connecticut
4.0 %
Down one-tenth from November 2018

New York
3.9%
Unchanged from November 2018

United States
3.9%
Up two-tenths from November 2018
A Recruiter's Perspective

Do you believe that technology can take the place of human interaction? Relationships are at the heart of recruiting…they always have been and always will be. While the average job board may give you a "short list" of names/resumes, they don’t know the person and therefore can’t match people up with your Company’s culture?  
 
Why overextend your time/resources and reach for a supposedly "short list" of candidates when you can have MGS leverage over 30 years of relationships to find the most viable slate of candidates for your Company? We have our finger on the pulse of the Job Market and have an extensive pool of Talent in our database - both passive and active job seekers.
MGS Cares
Since the organization’s inception in 2002, we have partnered with numerous philanthropic organizations so to improve the communities in which we live and work. We feel privileged to give back and strive to be exceptional corporate citizens. Here are a few of the many worthwhile causes we’ve championed over the years:
New Year. New Ideas.
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Among the major HR Trends in 2019:

  • Strengthen employer branding by leveraging social media and professional networks.

  • With a Candidate's Market in place - Leaders will need to actively participate in building the culture of agility, genuineness, transparency, and collaboration at their workplace so to win the team's commitment.



The New Year creates an opportunity for leaders to foster new thinking among employees in the organization, redefine the remit of HR, enable managers to drive up employee commitment and leverage HR-Technology.
Promotions from Within

ERICA ELMSLIE
Mackey & Guasco Staffing LLC (MGS) is pleased to announce the promotion of Erica Elmslie to the post of Recruiting Specialist. Erica joined MGS in 2017 as an Intern/Recruiting Assistant and then took on additional responsibilities as Recruiting Specialist.

NICOLE ZEZIMA
MGS is also happy to announce the promotion of Nicole Zezima to the post of Director of Operations. Nicole joined MGS in 2016 as a Recruiting Coordinator with over 20 years prior experience in Office Management coupled with an extensive background in client relations and office support.
Staying Involved and Remaining Relevant
Mackey & Guasco Staffing is actively committed to supporting the communities we serve. Every MGS associate is devoted to making a positive difference in the lives of our Clients, Candidates and the Communities in which we are privileged to operate. This may include representation at local Career Fairs, continual learning events in our field or other Outreach Opportunities. Most recently we:
  • Worked with Quinnipiac University students to better prepare them for their first career opportunity
  • Led a Panel discussion for nearly 100 HR leaders on the topic of navigating talent acquisition.
  • Supported Pink Pledge benefiting the Norma Pfriem Breast Center.
  • Monetarily contributed to The Alzheimer's Association.
Sometimes it’s those seemingly small things we do that are the greatest measure of our success.
Mo on the Move
Maureen was recently spotted on NBC Nightly News commenting on segment discussing what might be driving the market lower.
Maureen was recently a guest speaker on a panel at the January 15th SOCT SHRM Chapter Meeting. The topic of the discussion was: Surviving the Talent Shortage – How to find the employees you need in the today’s market. A lively and relevant topic!

We are always looking for new ways to offer up our many years of recruiting expertise for the better of the community. We encourage you to contact our Director of Marketing and Business Development, Jennifer Gerwien, if you would like us to speak at an upcoming Event or assist your group in this capacity: 203-655-1166 Ext. 103.
Let's Connect!
We want to hear from your friends and family who need assistance with their job search! PLUS, if we place your referral, we will PAY YOU!

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