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The Shifting Sands of Labor and Staffing Shortages
While the talking points have changed a bit in the past 12 months alone, the sentiment hasn’t: the staffing and skilled labor shortage continues to be a challenging subject commercial printers can’t afford to ignore. It isn’t a problem unique to the printing industry, but the pain points aren’t any less frustrating. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help mitigate the pressure.
Calling all geeks: The digital print revolution wants YOU
Commercial printing has undergone a significant transformation, evolving into a highly technical, data-driven, and digitized industry. This evolution has led to a growing demand for job seekers with expertise in various specialized fields and software platforms. The integration of digital technologies has revolutionized every aspect of the printing process, from design to distribution.
Building a Positive Work Environment: Strategies for Emotional Intelligence and Professionalism
Awareness of workplace culture and etiquette is essential for fostering a productive and harmonious environment. Employers must conscientiously develop and train workers on the behaviors and attitudes they expect to see, and employees must make their best efforts to align with the expectations. Team members on every level should be supported to communicate as soon as a problem arises.
The Power of Paid Sick Leave and Flexible Benefits for Younger Workers
This blog post will explore the benefits of paid sick leave and flexible benefits for younger workers who are reluctant to work when they're unwell and prefer taking time off to recover.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - 2023 Q4 SURVEY IS OPEN ONLINE
The Semper Workforce Solutions quarterly survey of print, graphics and packaging companies opens today. The 2023 fourth Quarter Staffing and Economic survey asks nine simple questions and should only take a couple of minutes to complete. The Semper leadership team analyzes and presents the results from a hiring and retention viewpoint. The goal is to help managers and owners prepare for the short term and forecast into the future.
SEMPER WORKFORCE 2023 Q3 ONLINE SURVEY IS OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
October 17, 2023 — The Semper Workforce Solutions quarterly survey of print, graphics and packaging companies opens today. The 2023 Third Quarter Staffing and Economic survey asks nine key questions and is participation is open to all commercial printing, packaging, display and large format graphics, apparel and decorating, and related organizations. It only takes a couple of minutes to complete.
Employees’ job market is cooling, yet businesses must stay flexible
Over the last year, we've witnessed the beginning of a transformation in labor market dynamics. The once-powerful employee-driven job market is slowly but surely shifting in favor of businesses and employers. This shift is marked by several key trends reshaping how workers approach their careers and how employers manage their workforce.
Semper Workforce Solutions Second Quarter 2023 Survey Results
Semper Workforce Solutions has released the results from their second-quarter survey of the printing and packaging industries. This industry-specific survey feedback reflected a more positive outlook on the economy into the coming months. Hiring has returned as the number one business focus as companies reported sales projections to remain solid and/or grow into the next quarter.
Don’t Let Legalization Cloud Workplace Drug Policies
As marijuana legalization continues to evolve, commercial printers and other employers in our industry face unique challenges in crafting effective policies and maintaining a safe and productive work environment—amidst a continuing worker shortage. While the use of marijuana is still illegal at the federal level, many states have decriminalized or legalized its use for medical […]
SEMPER WORKFORCE 2023 Q2 ONLINE SURVEY IS OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
July 14, 2023 — The Semper Workforce Solutions quarterly survey of print, graphics and packaging companies opens today. The Q2 2023 Staffing and Economic survey asks nine simple questions should only take a couple of minutes to complete. The Semper leadership team analyzes and presents the results from a hiring and retention viewpoint. The goal is to help managers and owners prepare for the short term and forecast into the future.