The December dilemma: Managing the challenges of the holiday season

If you think that social media is just for keeping in touch with friends and family, you need to think again. Today, 92 percent of employers use social media to recruit and screen candidates. So, if you are searching for a job, you need to sharpen your social skills.

Our upcoming webinar can help. We’ll give you an inside-look at how recruiters and hiring managers use social media and give you the advice you need to position yourself as the perfect candidate.

Some of the topics we will cover include:

- Striking a balance between your personal and professional presence
- Networking tips and apps that will help build your network
- Social media success strategies
- Recent changes in social media that will affect your job search
- How employers are using social media to find and evaluate you

As an administrative professional, innovation can be the key to your success. By bringing fresh perspective, new ideas and creative solutions to your business, you’ll rise through the ranks at your office and ascend in your career.

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll share strategies you can use to bring innovation to your workplace and to your career.

Some of the topics we'll cover include:
•Defining innovation and its role in your career
•The five stages of innovation
•Tips to stand out from the crowd and become the “go to” person in your company
•Boosting your visibility in print, online and in social media

You rely on your top employees to fill valuable roles in your business. But if your best employees leave or new critical roles emerge, you need to be prepared to fill the gap.

That’s why it’s so important to build an effective talent pipeline, and our upcoming webinar can help. We’ll give you the tools you need to overcome turnover, eliminate your skills gap and grow your business now and in the future.

Some of the topics we’ll cover include:
• Strategies for crafting a customized talent pipeline approach
• Managing the current skills gap in the American workforce
• Where to look for top candidates and how to get them looking for you
• How ineffective applicant screening can cause you to miss out on the best professionals

When it comes to a job search, making a good first impression is imperative. However, even before you click “send” on a resume or step foot in an interview room, your presence online has already made an impression on potential employers.

In our upcoming webinar we'll explain how to make the right impression online and help you build a winning personal brand. We’ll provide tips for using social media to make your brand say all the right things – and none of the wrong things – about you, your skills and your potential for getting hired.
Topics we cover include:
• The dos and don’ts of building a personal brand
• The importance of establishing and maintaining your personal brand in today’s Internet-driven job market
• Managing your online persona so that you are able to make a positive impression on employers
• Ways to use your LinkedIn profile and other social media to ensure a professional online presence

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll take an in-depth look at the current and future state of the U.S. labor market to help you prepare for the year ahead.

Topics we will cover include:

• A recap of the workforce trends and economic activity that defined 2012
• The most important factors for fueling growth in 2013
• Projected employment trends for 2013, including a breakdown of the most in-demand jobs by location and industry
• The results of our Job Market Perspectives poll, which reveals how leaders at small, medium and large businesses really feel about the economy

Success-minded professionals realize they must be proactive and vigilant at all times when it comes to being prepared for career changes and career opportunities alike. Whether you’re simply in need of a little fine tuning or you’re planning a major career overhaul, the strategies we share will get you headed down the right path.
You’ll learn:
• How a strategic career plan will help focus your job search
• The 5 key components you must have in your job search toolkit
• How a professional portfolio will make you stand out from the crowd
• Why social media is your online gold mine
• The surprising power of blogging
If you’re ready to jump start your career in the New Year, let’s get started.

People with disabilities offer tremendous value to employers. Unfortunately, however, many businesses struggle when it comes to speaking, working and socializing with this segment of the workforce.

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll explore the disability awareness and policy issues that are challenging businesses today. We’ll also provide guidance, based on social justice laws and proven best practices, for ensuring proper etiquette in your office.

Topics we cover include:

• The growing number of disabled people in the workforce and shifts in demographic trends
• The importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment while building cultural dexterity as a company
• Recognizing, respecting and valuing the various segments of disability
• How to handle conflict management and confidentiality

To become a great leader, you need innovative ideas, in-depth knowledge and great vision. But above all, you a team of employees willing to work hard for you and turn your ideas, knowledge and vision into reality. Our upcoming webinar will help you inspire and better manage your team and become an even better leader.


Some of the topics we’ll discuss include:
• Ways to determine what your employees REALLY need from you
• How to coach success and encourage individual development for your team members
• Strategies for fostering a unified and organized team
• Tips for communicate more effectively with your employees
• Time management skills that will improve your ability to handle a tough workflow

In our second-annual State of the American workforce webinar, we’ll explore the latest trends, issues, challenges and innovations that are shaping the workforce right now.

Topics we cover include:
- How hiring patterns have changed
- How we work in America today
- A breakdown of economic and workplace trends by industry and region
- Why today’s economy is the "new normal" and the pre-recession economy is a thing of the past
- Practical ways to align your workforce with your goals

You’ve searched the job boards, you’ve worked your network, you’ve submitted your resume and you got a call back. That’s great, but you still have one big hurdle to clear in order to land your dream job – the interview.

Topics we’ll cover include:

- Effective ways to prepare for an interview
- Tips for keeping your cool and answering tough questions while in the hot seat
- Ways to demonstrate your value
- How to determine if the company is a good fit for you
- What to do after the interview to seal the deal

In today’s global economy, you need to be everywhere at once. But do your employees all need to be in the same place?

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll explore the benefits of virtual workforces and provide practical advice for implementing and managing remote teams.

Topics we’ll cover include:
• The reasons why virtual workforces are becoming more common
• Common challenges faced by companies deploying a remote workforce
• Strategies for ensuring the success of employees who work outside of the office
• Tools and technologies that can assist your company and your virtual workforce

The next generation of engineers is currently making its way through school. But you shouldn’t wait until graduation day to connect with the future of your workforce.

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll delve deep into a real-world case study to show you how to build an effective talent pipeline. We’ll also show you how your organization can take a proactive role in engineering education while strengthening your local communities.

We will cover the following key points:

· Why K-12 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) programs are important to your organization
· Ways to engage and partner with schools in your communities
· How to define your ROI
· How to get your organization involved

Military members serve valiantly to protect our country, but they can also serve an essential role in your success. Unfortunately, however, many businesses do not effectively recruit and retain military personnel.

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll help your company build a winning program for connecting with this unique and valuable segment of the workforce.

Topics we'll cover include:

- Major myths and misperceptions regarding military members and their skills
- The facts you need to overcome resistance in your organization and pursue veteran applicants
- The best resources for finding military talent across different skill sets
- Practical ideas for integrating veteran outreach into your recruiting and marketing efforts
- An explanation of the tax benefits, laws and regulations involved in hiring veterans
- Insight into Military Occupational Codes (MOC's) so you can understand a resume written in "military-ese"

In our free webinar, we’ll provide valuable insight on why you should be investing in tomorrow’s engineering talent. We'll discuss how this relationship can be beneficial to your organization. By taking an interest in talent pipeline today, organizations will be better able to adapt to ever-changing workforce.

During this webinar we will cover the following key points:
- The current state of the engineering talent pipeline
- How the landscape of engineering talent is changing
- Developing educational solutions and partnerships to solve real-world challenges
- Ways in which you can develop your talent pipeline in your community

Social media is no longer just for keeping in touch with friends and family. Today, it is a prominent part of the professional landscape. However, while many people rely on social media to find a job, few know how to utilize social media effectively.

In our upcoming webinar, we’ll help you turn your social media presence into a successful professional platform.

Topics we’ll cover include:
- Steps you can take to manage your social media presence and build your personal brand
- Ways to build your professional network and uncover job opportunities
- An insider's look at how companies are utilizing social media to assess you
- A breakdown of new websites and resources that can help you find the best career path

Join Adecco and explore ways your organization can change for the better in the new year.

Topics we'll cover include:

- Tips to engage and retain key talent
- Finding small ways to make big improvements
- Stepping out of your comfort zone to find unlikely solutions for your business needs
-And more!

As the temperatures drop and holidays spring up, many businesses find themselves faced with the challenge of balancing cultural sensitivity, employee morale and workplace productivity.

If you are faced with this December dilemma, Adecco's upcoming webinar can make this holiday season one that everyone in your office can celebrate. This interactive discussion explores what makes the season so complex and offers practical strategies for managing the December dilemma in your office.

Topics we'lll cover include:

- Effective time off and vacation scheduling
- Planning holiday celebrations in the workplace
- Suggestions for updating your holiday practices
- And more!

Shifting from life in the service to life in the workforce can be daunting for all veterans. That’s why we’re excited to let you know about our upcoming webinar which can help you deploy a successful battle plan for your career.

Some of the topics we will discuss include:
• How you can use your military knowledge to succeed in the workplace
• Top occupations to pursue
• An introduction to today’s job search
• The critical skills you need to gain an advantage over the competition
• Strategies for securing your civilian career path

Being the boss isn't always easy. So, in honor of Boss Day, Adecco would like to offer a little encouragement to hard-working managers everywhere. Our free webinar will help you learn proven management skills to streamline team organization and improve morale.

Some of the topics we’ll cover include:

•How to develop your leadership skills
•Methods for organizing task loads and improving team production
•Ways to communicate more effectively with your employees
•Strategies for implementing and guiding change within your company
•And more!