Just because we’re old school doesn’t mean we can’t learn new tricks when searching for solutions for the skilled labor shortages. The travel staffing model may be new to the skilled trades industry, but it’s been a viable solution in other industries for more than thirty years.  Here’s the question we answer in our latest episode: Does the travel staffing model actually work in the skilled trades?  Spoiler alert: YES.  In the newest episode of “TSWF”, we uncover some of the most common myths that keep skilled trades business owners from utilizing the travel staffing model to maximize profitability while searching for permanent employees. To learn more about how your company can be successful by using the travel staffing model to solve your labor shortage problem, check out our latest episode.  Main Takeaways: | The travel staffing model may seem more costly upfront, but the overall return is higher. | With any staffing model, you must evaluate if the model is designed solve your specific problem.  | The travel staffing model is not just for younger skilled tradesmen. | Travel nursing is a great example—it currently stands as 15%-20% of the total industry.  Timecodes: 00:00-05:11 | An overview of the costs and overall return of the travel staffing model  05:11-12:29 | The real reason why people become jaded about staffing models  12:29-20:57 | Why you shouldn’t assume workers won’t want to travel  20:57-27:46 | Why travel staffing is not only for young workers Quotes: “A recent survey indicated companies expected to increase their HR costs by over 100% with minimal to no return in finding talent. Tim and I both wondered, ‘Why would you do that?‘’” - Brett Elliot, President and CEO of Skillwork  “The travel model is a targeted model. The primary reason companies become jaded with staffing companies to solve their skilled trade shortage is that they’re applying the wrong model to the problem.” - Brett Elliot - President and CEO of Skillwork    “Travel nursing is now roughly 15% to 20% of the total nursing industry. We may be early to this, but we’re seeing the same trends within the skilled trades industry.” - Brett Elliot, President and CEO of Skillwork  ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: Skillwork’s website: www.skillwork.com  Skillwork’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork Skillwork’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: Rveal’s website: rveal.media Rveal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ Rveal’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Despite a projected recession, June Jobs Report revealed surging numbers regarding new jobs in the labor market and strong numbers in hiring.  However, the burning question on the minds of our listeners is this: Why is it so hard to find good employees? Here are just some of the culprits causing the issues: Supply and Demand  A “pandemic mindset” Workers you do hire don’t work out Global demographics and culture shifts  But we’re not the guys who just tell you the problem and throw our hands up, we give you tools to fix it.  In this new episode of “TSWF”, hosts Tim and Brett explain the drivers behind the tumultuous hiring climate—and give you actions your company can take to help mitigate these challenges. Learn more about how to overcome the difficulties of hiring quality employees on our latest podcast episode. Main Takeaways: | The labor shortages have put workers in the driver’s seat while being recruited. | Increasing wages and remaining flexible helps you keep the employees you find. | The pandemic drastically affected people’s willingness to work on-site. | Retiring baby boomers have left a hole in the skilled labor workforce.  Timecodes: 00:00-06:43 | The magnitude of the labor shortage crisis and its effects on hiring 06:44-12:15 | Tools to staying competitive in securing quality employees 12:15-20:15 | The effects of the pandemic on the workforce 20:16-34:42 | How culture and current demographics affect the available workforce Quotes: “A recent ‘Business Insider’ survey found that 39% of employees were clear about quitting their jobs if they are not given the opportunity to work from home.” - Brett Elliot, President and CEO of Skillwork  “The World Economic Forum projected that by the year 2022, 54% of all employees would require re-skilling and up-skilling to cope with changing work requirements.” - Brett Elliot, President and CEO of Skillwork “45% of HR professionals found it hard to hire candidates that have the right critical thinking and problem solving skills.” - Brett Elliot, President and CEO of Skillwork “There are a million job openings across manufacturing, and another 400,000 in construction, and there just aren’t enough people to fill those jobs.” - Tim Raglin, COO of Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: Skillwork’s website: www.skillwork.com  Skillwork’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork Skillwork’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: Rveal’s website: rveal.media Rveal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ Rveal’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

At Skillwork, there are few things we are more grateful for than the men and women who serve our country through their service in the military. 🇺🇸 That is why we do everything in our power to promote the hiring of ex-military and support them in their transition to civilian life. In our most recent episode Tim Raglin sits down with PJ Yuson, Colonel in the US Air Force. Together they discuss Skillbridge, a program dedicated to providing departing service members with job opportunities in the skilled trades industry. The men and women of our military branches have sacrificed a great deal to provide our citizens with the freedoms they enjoy. It’s our job to take care of them when they retire from their duties. 💪 For more information about the Skillbridge program and how your company can give back, check out our latest podcast episode. Main Takeaways: 🛠 | Skillbridge is a DoD program designed to give opportunity to military members departing from active duty. 🛠 | Ex-military members provide invaluable life experience to the companies where they work. 🛠 | Ex-military members bring intelligence, work ethic and positive attitudes to a workplace environment. 🛠 | A leadership mentality is engrained into the minds of military veterans. Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-06:50 | The opportunities Skillbridge provides ex-military ⏰ 06:51-12:59 | What it takes for your company to get involved with Skillbridge ⏰ 13:00-18:24 | The advantages of hiring ex-military members ⏰ 18:24-23:07 | The extra experience ex-military members can offer your company Quotes: 💬 “The Skillbridge program was a great opportunity for me to transition out of wearing my uniform every day and acclimate to the way a civilian organization runs and the way leadership works.” - PJ Yuson, Coronel US Air Force 💬 “The DoD is trying to benefit the 200,000 service members that are departing each year. This is really an effort to provide opportunity to them.” - PJ Yuson, Colonel US Air Force 💬 “A priceless aspect of military personnel is the fact that leadership is drilled into their heads. Even if you’re a lower ranking member, you’re still expected to lead.” - PJ Yuson, Colonel US Air Force 💬 “Last words of wisdom: Time goes fast. Don’t take time for granted. We can all make more money, but you can’t get time back.” - PJ Yuson, Colonel US Air Force ---------- Skillbridge Website Link: - https://skillbridge.osd.mil/ Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website: https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork/ - Skillwork’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website: rveal.media - Rveal’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ - Rveal’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Here’s a statistic that might make you wince—Close to half of all new hires fail within 18 months of getting hired…meaning they either have to be disciplined or terminated. Despite a company’s best efforts in recruiting and vetting job candidates, it’s still possible to make a bad hire. Everybody seems to be hiring right now, but how can companies avoid the setback of a bad hire? After all, it’s costly for companies to go through the process of hiring the CORRECT candidate, but it’s even MORE costly when they hire WRONG. In our most recent episode of TSWF, Tim and Brett discuss 10 signs your company has made a bad hire. These signs may be obvious or less notable, but if your new employee displays any of them, it needs to be addressed as soon as possible. Even IF these indicators are present in some of your new hires, not all sickness leads to death! Good coaching and communication can remedy the situation. 👍 For more information on how to determine if you’ve made a bad hire, check out our latest podcast episode. Main Takeaways: 🛠 | Being understaffed is less harmful to your company than having an employee that doesn’t fit. 🛠 | Not all sickness leads to death—many of these signs can be remedied with the right tools. 🛠 | Almost half of all new hires fail within 18 months of getting hired. 🛠 | Knowing the warning signs ahead of time can help prevent you from making a hiring mistake. Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-07:21 | Skills not meeting expectations and bad attendance ⏰ 07:21-16:00 | Being a bad culture fit, bad attitudes, repeated mistakes and “old job syndrome” ⏰ 16:00-22:44 | Team players, a lack of attention to detail and a lack of drive and self discipline ⏰ 22:44-28:37 | “The incredible vanishing worker” and ten great qualities for new employees Quotes: 💬“I would say that half of our negative outcomes with new hires is when we have a candidate that’s not a good fit because they don’t match the culture and rhythm of the team.” - Tim Raglin COO of Skillwork 💬 “I want to see people that are willing to take ownership of what they’re doing. It’s important that people are looking for constant improvement, self-learning and trying to get better.” - Tim Raglin, COO of Skillwork 💬 “10 great qualities in a new hire that require zero talent: punctuality, work ethic, effort, body language, energy, attitude, passion, being coachable, doing extra and being prepared.” - Brett Elliot, President & CEO of Skillwork 💬 “All sickness doesn’t lead to death. Just because you’re seeing some of these attributes or traits, doesn’t mean it can’t be corrected.” - Tim Raglin, COO of Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/33235077/admin/ - Skillwork’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website https://site.rveal.media/ - Rveal’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ - Rveal’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Are you aware of the upfront, hidden, and ongoing costs involved in recruiting and hiring? In today’s era of The Great Resignation, companies need to refocus their attention on the costs involved in getting the skilled workers they need and keeping their talent acquisition team filled. When you’re knowledgable of what’s expected and where it’s going in the coming months, then you’ll take the steps needed today to stay ahead of the game. 👊🏼 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum speaks directly to business leaders in our most recent episode, helping you understand costs involved and what to budget for. Stay ahead of the curve, check out our latest episode TODAY. 💥 Main Takeaways: 🛠 | Learn to properly analyze your company budget for recruiting 🛠 | Count the costs of having an HR and talent acquisition team 🛠 | Talent Acquisition costs have more than doubled in the last several years 🛠 | Finding the right workers requires skilled HR reps who can keep your plant running Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-07:39 | Your HR department needs to evolve to talent acquisition so you get the right people in place ⏰ 07:39-11:22 | Consider the costs of hiring the HR reps you need and the equipment they’ll need to succeed ⏰ 11:22-17:53 | Don’t be surprised by hidden costs for talent acquisition ⏰ 17:53-26:20 | Don’t allow the stress of HR costs keep your focus off customer satisfaction and efficiency Quotes: 💬 “Cost is an expense where you get a benefit, and ROI is a benefit you get from a cost you put in.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “A 2019 Deloitte survey of manufacturing companies reported 91% of workers complained of burnout that affected their work and personal relationships.” - Brett Elliott, CEO at Skillwork 💬 “The manufacturing labor shortage is expected to be 8 million people globally by 2030 with a potential revenue loss of $607 billion dollars.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “At the end of the day, you have to remain relevant to your customer, making sure customer satisfaction is a high priority.” - Brett Elliott, CEO at Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: Skillwork’s website: - https://skillwork.com/ Skillwork’s LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork Skillwork’s YouTube channel: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: Rveal’s website: - https://site.rveal.media/ Rveal’s LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ Rveal’s YouTube channel: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Is your onboarding process is generating good employees and work culture? 🤔 We all know that first impressions are crucial, and that’s true not only of the new employee, but of the company they’re coming to work for. The way you treat new employees from the interview through the entire onboarding process will determine if that employee enjoys their job and stays committed—or decides that it’s not a right fit for them. 💥 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum brings you a CRUCIAL episode that discusses how you can transform your company onboarding process to be positive and generate employees that love their job and do it well. If you’re ready to revolutionize your company’s “first impression”, this is the episode for you. Main Takeaways: 🛠 | A good onboarding process will increase employee retention 🛠 | Make sure you are communicating clarity to your new employees with all the details 🛠 | Create an experience that new employees won’t forget when coming to work for you 🛠 | Your onboarding process will either enrich your work culture or be a detriment to it Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-06:32 | Make your onboarding process positive, welcoming and communicate value ⏰ 06:32-13:58 | Minimize surprises with the details in your onboarding process ⏰ 13:58-21:59 | Work to make an employees first day at work an incredible experience ⏰ 21:59-29:15 | Feedback from both sides is crucial to the growth of your company Quotes: 💬 “It’s unkind to be unclear.” - Dave Ramsey 💬 “Patience is a virtue when it comes to new employees—especially when it comes to onboarding.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “It’s to your peril if you don’t create an excellent onboarding experience for new hires.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “Don’t let your new employees feel alienated—avoid ambiguity, ‘company-speak’ or unnecessary complexity.” - Brett Elliott, CEO at Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: Skillwork’s website: - https://skillwork.com/ Skillwork’s LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork/ Skillwork’s YouTube channel: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: Rveal’s website: - https://site.rveal.media/ Rveal’s LinkedIn: - https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia/ Rveal’s YouTube channel: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Do you know the real reason our nation is experiencing a skilled worker shortage? 👀 Most would instantly say “wages”, but the statistics prove that an average trades graduate is making 10% more than a 4-year college graduate. It ultimately comes down to the culture we’ve built around the trades and how we speak to our young people who want to go to trade school. 😬 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum’s latest episode is a crucial conversation we need to start having so the attitude about the trades changes and we see competent workers flood the market. If you’re ready to see a culture shift and a new generation of skilled workers live successful careers, then THIS is the episode to listen to and share. 👊🏼 Main Takeaways: 🛠 | The skilled worker shortage is not only due to pay issues 🛠 | Skilled trades graduates have more competitive wages than a typical 4-year college graduate 🛠 | The largest issue in the skilled trades space is “popularity” among our young people 🛠 | People need to realize there are different paths to a successful career Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-05:21 | The shortage of skilled workers is due to many issues we need to face ⏰ 05:21-09:37 | Wages in the trades are up and salary options higher for skilled trade graduates ⏰ 09:37-16:34 | Our culture has created a negative view on a trades education that needs to be changed ⏰ 16:34-21:07 | We need to bring value and respect back to the trades and kids pursuing those careers Quotes: 💬 “For every three baby boomers that retire, only one millennial or Gen X skilled worker comes in to take their place.” - Brett Elliott, President and CEO at Skillwork 💬 “The skilled worker shortage we are facing is not so much a pay issue as it is a popularity issue.” - Brett Elliott, President and CEO at Skillwork 💬 “A skilled trade career can provide you a quicker path to higher wages with less cost to your education.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “When we bring honor and value to the trades, we change the culture around a trades job for the next generation.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork - Skillwork’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website https://site.rveal.media/ - Rveal’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia - Rveal’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Inflation has hit us all these last few months—there’s no denying it. 😬 From an increase in gas prices to groceries and goods and services, the inflationary pressures that workers and businesses are feeling are extremely real. If we are to be successful in the coming months and years, we must face inflation head on and adjust our business models and finances so we can stay afloat for the future. 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum’s latest episode brings you a conversation about inflation that every business leader needs to have. Let’s get this conversation out in the open and work to keep our skilled workers on the job and America moving in the right direction. Main Takeaways: 🛠 | Inflation is affecting wages and skilled workers’ buying power 🛠 | Business leaders need to prepare for how inflation will impact their bottom line 🛠 | Don’t allow inflation take your attention from the labor gap with the Baby Boomer Exodus 🛠 | Be careful how you leverage inflation as to not overwork your skilled workers Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-06:17 | Inflation is here and business leaders must prepare themselves for the future ⏰ 06:17-14:02 | Learn how inflation will affect your business and workers ⏰ 14:02-17:45 | Your business profitability is at stake if you don’t leverage inflation today ⏰ 17:45-26:47 | Economic chaos may come but God is in control and in Him we trust Quotes: 💬 “We’ve got a situation where you see inflation creep up, wages creep up, and it ultimately affects the cost of food and gas for your workers.” - Brett Elliott, CEO at Skillwork 💬 “The Baby Boomer exodus mixed with the thinning labor pool is now heightened with inflationary pressures.” - Brett Elliott, CEO at Skillwork 💬 “Resist the temptation to lower wages to try and control your costs because it will negatively impact your workforce.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork 💬 “The economy matters. Uncertainty drives pessimism and pessimism affects people’s attitudes on the job.” - Tim Raglin, COO at Skillwork ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork - Skillwork’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website https://site.rveal.media/ - Rveal’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia - Rveal’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Do you struggle with attrition in today’s “Great Resignation” economy? 👀 Most business leaders are facing the exact same issues, and no one is exempt from the difficulties that high turnover present to a business—especially manufacturing. 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum’s latest episode discusses HOW attrition happens and what can be done to avoid it in today’s economic climate. If you’re ready to turn your business around, minimize attrition, and build a healthy and attractive work environment, then THIS is the episode for you. Take the time to listen today and make the necessary changes your business and employees will thank you for. 🤝 Main Takeaways: 🛠 | If you struggle with attrition there are quick and easy solutions you can apply 🛠 | Take a close look at your work environment and culture to minimize turnover 🛠 | Allow your skilled workers to participate in the hiring process 🛠 | Evaluate your benefits and wages packages to make sure you keep a competitive edge Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-12:21 | Clearly define your vision for frontline workers to feel a part of something bigger ⏰ 12:21-16:53 | A safe and healthy work environment will communicate care to your employees ⏰ 16:53-24:02 | Your interview process needs to be important to get the right people in place ⏰ 24:02-36:09 | Pay attention to your employees needs with creative benefits and scheduling flexibility Quotes: 💬 “When you have a high level of turnover, it leads to more culture erosion.” - Brett Elliott 💬 “Communicating vision is crucial—it's the lifeblood of your organization where people understand what you're about.” - Tim Raglin 💬 “Lowering the bar when hiring skilled workers increases turnover and has a lot of side effects—you risk hiring less talented, inexperienced individuals which oftentimes leads to more accidents in the facility.” - Brett Elliott 💬 “Have your skilled trade talent be a part of the interview process and ask the right questions.” - Brett Elliott 💬 “Safety is a huge thing—at the end of the day, if you have a safe environment, what you're really saying is “I care about you and I want you to go home at the end of the day.” - Tim Raglin ————————————————- Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork - Skillwork’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website https://site.rveal.media/ - Rveal’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia - Rveal’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw

Are your recruiters making these common mistakes? ⬇️ Any company with an HR department or who works with a recruiting firm has experienced some of these common pitfalls, which lead to hiring the wrong people or never filling the position. Mistakes could be as simple as not being specific with your job description, to more complex such as overlooking character and aptitude in favor of skill and experience. 🤯 🛠️ The Skillwork Forum’s latest episode discusses the top 10 mistakes companies make when recruiting talent and how you can avoid these in the future. If you’re ready to hire the right people and find a perfect fit for your culture every time, then THIS is the episode for you. 👊🏼 Main Takeaways: 🛠 Learn the 10 common recruiting mistakes so you can successfully recruit talent 🛠 Don’t overlook the underqualified or overqualified candidates 🛠 Take the time to listen to your recruiting team and how they communicate to candidates 🛠 Ask references the right questions to fit the specific job you need filled Timecodes: ⏰ 00:00-03:06 | Learn from your recruiting team to improve candidate selection and job quality ⏰ 03:06-11:44 | Give more attention to the candidate than to the position you’re trying to fill ⏰ 11:44-20:38 | Learn to research deeper with candidate references and avoid costly mistakes ⏰ 20:38-30:44 | Take time to perfect job descriptions so recruiters can hit the mark every time Quotes: 💬 ”Our good recruiters are good listeners.” - Tim Raglin 💬 “Ask questions about potential hires that are specific to the job that you need.” - Tim Raglin 💬 “Two things that separate us from other staffing companies are that we only do skilled trades and we have a very extensive vetting process.” - Brett Elliott 💬 “You can have all the skills in the world but if you're difficult to get along with or you don't show up for work, the skills won't fix that.” - Brett Elliott ————————————————- Skillwork’s 8 Step Vetting Process Connect with Skillwork: - Skillwork’s website https://skillwork.com/ - Skillwork’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/skillwork - Skillwork’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWZSf9KTuKudIm2buVFrhcw Reach out to Rveal: - Rveal’s website https://site.rveal.media/ - Rveal’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rvealmedia - Rveal’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC69p14R2ccMdyUbbmdlWCEw