How Safe Is Your Workspace
Marjorie is an office manager for a major issuance company based in Miami. A typical day at work for her consists of running to the office supply room to get items requested by her colleagues. Her other duties and responsibilities include answering phones, preparing payroll, record keeping, reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions; the list goes on and on. Though her days at work are often hectic and a bit stressful, Marjorie is able to balance daily duties and responsibilities with eloquent professionalism. But despite her strong ability to manage the ends and outs at her office, one day Marjorie gets injured on the job. It happened when she was in the supply room and was trying to lift a heavy box. She threw out her back. After getting help from a colleague, Marjorie reported the incident to her human resource department. The human resource officer filed the proper paperwork and as company protocol, Marjorie was sent to a medical doctor to examine her injuries. Cases of employees getting injured on the job occur all across the United States on a daily basis. We at RMG Staffing acknowledge that employees are prone to get injured on the job no matter how many safety measures are put in place. But the implementation of the right safety measures does limit the number of employees who get injured. Recently, we held our annual Safety Standard Operating Procedure Meeting and Workshop. During the proceedings, our staff obtained and was updated on the correct way to respond if they or one of their colleagues get injured on the job. The topics of discussion included what one should immediately do after suffering an injury, how a supervisor should be contacted and the proper paperwork to be filed after suffering an injury. “We follow strict guidelines in order to limit the number of injuries our great staff have on the job,” says CEO of RMG Staffing Ricardo Michelangeli. “Our safety brochure has step by step actions to adhere to when such cases occur. Our immediately desire is to make sure the injured employee gets medical attention if needed and in addition, our designated supervisor will make certain the other needs of the injured employee are met. I can’t recommend enough that all employers have these types of safety meetings and workshops on a consistent basis because an injured employee leads to an unhealthy company.” In addition to our Safety Standard Operating Procedure Meeting and Workshop, we also conducted our annual catering, banquet, and events training. The proceeding consisted of informing our staff of the right actions to be taken during the hosting of our amazing clients’ events. Some of the topics of discussion included updating the staff on RMG’s culture, fundamentals and mission statement; grooming standards and what sets us apart from other companies; the do’s and don’ts in our events; helpful hints to being an exemplary team member and guest interactions procedures. We at our RMG Staffing pride ourselves in being the best of the best. We don’t expect you to just take our word for it. Our annual Safety Standard Operating Procedure Meeting and Workshop and events training functions are proof that our excellence is shown through inspirational words, professional manner, and great actions.
The gig economy and its effects on the Staffing Industry
By definition, a gig economy is a work environment where a company uses technology to reach prospective employees or short-term contract workers to fill temporary positions or perform tasks that usually doesn’t take a long time to perform. Sounds weird? Well think of ridesharing app Uber and you’ll get what we mean. Aside from Uber other companies that operate within the gig economy industry include Upwork, Snagajob, Amazon Flex, Etsy and the list goes on. Upwork connects web developers and IT professionals looking for work with companies who are looking to hire for short-term projects. Snagajob is an app you can use to find anything from day labor jobs to positions with big companies. Amazon Flex is the Amazon’s version of Uber, where the company uses regular folks who own cars to make deliveries to customers who order products off their website, and Etsy is a marketplace people use to sell handmade items, vintage products, and other creative goods. There are hundreds of many more out there. If you a Smartphone then you have access to the hundreds of companies that post want ads through these apps. “The trend toward a gig economy has begun. A study by Intuit predicted that by 2020, 40 percent of American workers would be independent contractors. There are a number of forces behind the rise in short-term jobs. For one thing, in this digital age, the workforce is increasingly mobile and work can increasingly be done from anywhere, so that job and location are decoupled. That means that freelancers can select among temporary jobs and projects around the world, while employers can select the best individuals for specific projects from a larger pool than that available in any given area,” Tech Target reported. The staffing agencies were the ones who have traditionally matched these types of workers with employers. Not only did staffing agencies find people jobs they also acted as trusted professionals who provided prospective employees with guidance, training, and extensive career knowledge in their particular field. “Staffing firms typically offer free training to their candidates,” says CEO of RMG Staffing Ricardo Michelangeli. “Whether it’s brushing up on Microsoft Office applications or advice on resume preparation. We at RMG to that and much, much more!” Staffing agencies doing much much more for their candidates is what continues to separate the industry from the gig economy, and it’s the same reason why great companies continue to rely on us for exceptionally skilled workers instead of resorting to apps. In addition, agencies can help candidates through any shift in the current job market and help candidates adjust to those changes. Technology will continue to evolve and we as human beings will continue to do our best to keep up. Experts admit that the gig economy will continue to grow and evolve and we should also expect to see various levels of instability. The Staffing industry has been here since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution and so in other words, we’re not going anywhere.
On The Scene with RMG Staffing: Job Fair at UM
If you’re interested in working in the hospitality or Event industry and haven’t walked through our doors or contacted us, do it now. We’re always looking for enthusiastic people that will help our clients prosper. Recently, RMG Staffing participated in a beautiful job fair held on the University of Miami campus. The event was attended by hundreds of people looking for jobs in various industries. Others were there to network and improve their careers. “Attending a job fair is one of many things one can do to landing a job,” says President and CEO of RMG Staffing Ricardo Michelangeli. “The job fair at UM gave us the opportunity to meet some of the best talents out there. It also gave prospective employees the chance to have face to face greetings with hiring managers. My advice is, if you’re looking for a job or another opportunity to improving your career don’t just sit in front of a computer and look on the internet. Be out and about and attend a job fair. It’s always great when an employer sees the faces behind those resumes.” So if you’re planning to attend a job fair soon, here are some key things you might do to increase the possibility of getting hired on the spot. Make a list of participating companies in advance and choose which companies interest you. Review prospective employers’ websites and social media presence. Dress in business attire. Bring more than 10 copies of your resume and include letters of recommendation. Practice your interview skills. Once you’re at the job fair: Review the job fair’s pamphlet and the area map. Begin your network with the companies you’re most interested in. Relax and be confident. If there is a wait to speak to the company representative, be patient and wait. Always greet with a firm handshake and a smile. The conversation with the company representative should be 50% listening and 50% talking. Get their contact information and certainly give yours if the conversation goes well. Thank them for their time. Before leaving the job fair: Review the list of contact information you acquired. Review the job fair’s pamphlet and see whether there were any companies you missed. Keep the pamphlet for future reference. The job fair at the University of Miami was one of many job fairs RMG Staffing attends regularly. If you’re ever at one of the many job fairs we attend, stop by our booth. We’re always looking for skilled individuals to join our exciting team.
Spread the Word: Help RMG Help End Lupus
A recently published study concluded that lupus is among the leading causes of death in young women between the ages of 15 and 24. It found that 28,411 young women died due to lupus in 2000 to 2015, ranking lupus as the 10th leading cause of death for women in that age group. RMG Event Staffing Agency is a huge supporter of Lupus Foundation of America and its efforts to bring awareness to lupus. We are also a proud participant of the annual Walk to End Lupus. Funded by Lupus Foundation of America the study also revealed that among black and Hispanic women with lupus ranked 5th in the 15 through 24 age group, 6th in the 25 through 34 ages group, and 8th-9th in the 35 through 44 ages groups, after excluding the three common external injury causes of death from analysis. Overall, lupus was among the top 20 leading causes of death in females between the age of 5 and 64. This study’s revelations on the effects of lupus on black and Hispanic women is one of the many reasons why last year our excellent staff walked in the Miami segment of the event and we can’t wait to do it again this fall. The Walk to End Lupus is held once a year in various cities across the United States but in order to ultimately help find a cure for lupus, the foundation needs our daily help to bring awareness to lupus. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can impact any part of the body. It affects millions of people worldwide and is challenging to live with an extremely difficult to treat. Despite the widespread prevalence of lupus and seriousness of the disease, rarely is it recognized as one of the leading-causes-of-death in young women between the ages of 15 and 24. At times a large percentage of deaths from lupus get attributed with the consequences of kidney failure or heart attacks. This study will help open the eyes of those who are not aware of lupus. In addition to awareness, the study goal is to highlight the seriousness of this potentially life-threatening lupus disease. Currently, lupus is not in the CDC’s annual selected list of causes of death for women. With the continued efforts of the Lupus Foundation of America and the supporting group of organizations, businesses and individuals more awareness can be raised and as a result, government leaders will form new policies that will enable more funding for research that will ultimately lead to a cure. That is why we at RMG Event Staffing look for every opportunity to spread the word and the message the foundation is trying to get across.
Giving Back: RMG helped Prepare Hundreds of Lunch Bags
Recently, RMG participated in an event to help curve the hunger and homeless population in the city of Miami. Held at the newly established Mr. Kream ice cream shop in Wynwood during the #HashtagLunchbag event, RMG and a list of other companies with big hearts pooled their resources together and organized this event to feed the hungry and the homeless. As a group, we put together lunch bags that included a healthy dose of food for those who we often see on the streets during our commutes to work and home. Miami has great weather year round but for those who don’t have a home to go to or a job to support themselves, when living on the streets our great weather could often turn into a scorching sun that wrecks havoc on the body. Combined with dehydration hunger can lead various diseases and ultimately lead to one’s death, especially during the summers. That is why RMG was so willing and ecstatic to be part of this amazing event. “I have been blessed in founding a successful company that finds jobs for those looking for work in the hospitality industry,” president and CEO of RMG Staffing Ricardo Michelangeli says. “And it provides me with great joy to help feed the less fortunate.” #HashtagLunchbag is not just a Miami event that feeds the hungry and homeless. It is a national movement that consists of businesses, organizations, and individuals whose main goal is to do anything and everything it takes not to have people die of hunger. #HashtagLunchbag began on Christmas 2012 in a Los Angeles apartment by a group of friends who were having trouble finding a fun & meaningful way to give back. They went to their local grocery store and bought enough food to prepare 100 homemade lunches. They hit the streets of Santa Monica and Venice Beach and gave nutritional and delicious meals to anyone that hadn’t had a healthy meal in a long time. After they were done, the group went on social media and shared their experiences in helping the less fortunate eat a healthy meal. They used #HashtagLunchbag with every post. Their post went viral. The group received an astronomical amount of support and got swarmed with likes, comments, calls, texts and e-mails by those wanting to get involved or create similar events in their local communities. The group’s initial meeting started in a small apartment and then moved into a Los Angeles restaurant. They went from making lunch bags with a few hundred to thousands. With their use of social media that intrigued and inspired their friends and their followers, the #HashtagLunchbag events became a movement that was able to be held various cities across the United States and help feed hundreds of thousands. They added love notes of encouragement to each meal to further acknowledge those they were feeding, reminding the less fortunate that they weren’t forgotten. To date, the organization has grown to 100 plus cities and hosted #HashtagLunchbag events all around the globe. Living Through Giving Foundation is the registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that now runs the organization. RMG was really happy to be part of this event and we encourage individual and other businesses to join or organize their own #HashtagLunchbag. Be a part of a great cause and help the less fortunate and empower humanity.
How to Improve Your Job Search Results
RMG Staffing has been in the hospitality and staffing industry for more than a decade. With a wonderful and dedicated team, we have and will continue to provide exceptional service to our clients. In addition to making our clients feel like rock stars, RMG Staffing is blessed to be in a position where we can dramatically improve the careers of those who want to excel in South Florida’s hospitality industry. We also try to give excellent career advice to every prospective employee that walks through our doors. One of the many pieces of advice we offer is ways to improve one’s job search. Here are four key ways to jump-starting your career in the right path. 1. Focus on the High-Return Job Efforts Job boards have less than a 5% effectiveness rate while networking has more than a 50% effectiveness rate. Start by selecting 10 to 30 companies where you would love to work. Do a company search on LinkedIn and identify the decision makers and their staff. Follow the company and people on LinkedIn and Facebook, join their groups and conversations, and comment on their blogs. 2. Review Your Online Presence Studies show that 88% of employers Google prospective employees’ names so make sure you have a completed LinkedIn profile. Check your various social media presences and be careful of the content you post. Take down or change any comments that reflect poorly on you. 3. Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile Would you show up if a recruiter was searching through LinkedIn to find people for the position you are seeking? Try it and if you are not on the first or second page, go back to your profile and add keywords to increase your ranking. A simple trick is to look at the profiles of the people who rank well and follow their examples. 4. Create Measurable Goals Stay disciplined. Set goals. For example, “I will make 15 networking calls and have two weekly meetings.” Make sure you are focusing on high-impact efforts like networking versus job board submissions. Keep a record of your efforts so if an employer calls, you can quickly determine when and how they were contacted.
Five New Restaurants in Miami You Must Try
Miami is recognized for many things. When it comes to business, our local economy is the gateway to the Latin American and Caribbean world. Name any country in both South or Central America and best believe you’ll find their footprints on the streets of our wonderful city. Residents of countries in the Caribbean have also made tremendous efforts to build great relationships with us. Miami is not just a great place to conduct business geared towards the Latin American and Caribbean world, we are also the perfect destination to experience European cultures without having to use your passport. This exchange has opened the door to making our city a tropical mix of flavors. One of the biggest ways you can experience what various cultures from around the world has to offer is through their foods and when it comes to restaurants that serve dishes from every single continent, Miami is the place to be. Looking for Hotel Jobs in Miami? Reach out to us here or call us at 305.890.1562. We love working with our clients, and we’ll love working with you, too. Five Restaurants in Miami You Must Try Here is our list of five great restaurants and eateries that have recently open. So authentic, they foods will make you feel like your taste buds had been magically transported to another country. Their dishes add to the flavor that makes Miami an international destination. Artichoke Basille’s Pizza 1222 16th St, Miami Beach Francis Garcia and Sal Basille are two cousins and best friends from New York whose DNA includes garlic and oil. They come from four generations of restaurateurs who first opened their establishment in New York City’s East Village in 2008. Since their launch, they have been featured on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Chew with Mario Batali in addition to great reviews in New York Magazine and the New York Times. The Miami Beach location is the first east coast opening outside of New York. Priced at a great bargain, the pizza slices reminds your mouth what it truly means to be an Italian. Chana Thai Kitchen 8739 SW 136th St Miami This wonderful Japanese and Thai restaurant point to the growing Asian population in Miami and it also reiterates Miami’s love for Asian cuisine. Though new to Miami, Chana Thai Kitchen was opened by the group that created the famous Sripraphai restaurant in New York. With decades of experience in blending perfect spices from Thailand, this Miami eatery provides an authentic Thai and Japanese taste to Miami. Stubborn Seed 101 Washington Ave Miami Beach Your tongue will find this American restaurant’s dishes so deliciously foreign that you might think that the slowly cooked snapper they serve is out of this country, if not out of this world. Their philosophy pairs “unrelenting passion with an unapologetic approach”. Soul Tavern 1801 West Ave Miami Beach This vegetarian gastropub eatery that is located in the Miami Beach new hot spot of Sunset Harbour provides sans meat to exquisite burgers, pizzas and salads. Not only a place for healthy eating, Soul Tavern also provides cleansing and nourishment programs that will educate your taste buds as much as your soul. Lutum 1766 Bay Rd Miami Beach Started by a group of local foodies born and raised from Miami, Lutum dishes include seasonal ingredients that are locally inspired and neighborhood friendly. Looking for Restaurant Jobs in Miami? Reach out to us here or call us at 305.890.1562. We love working with our clients, and we’ll love working with you, too.
How Technology is disrupting the Staffing Industry
Remember back in the old days when you were looking for employment and you had to buy a newspaper and go through classified ads to find a decent job? Most likely, you ended up with no luck and dirty hands from all the ink that went from the newspaper to your fingers. Thanks to technology those days are long and gone. Nowadays, don’t have to run down to your nearest grocery store to do that. All you have to do in order to find prospective jobs is to turn on a computer, get online and search through the numerous job websites. And you could do it in your pajamas and not have to get your hands dirty. “Technology has had its manipulating fingers in every industry. It revolutionized the music business, turned the publishing industry upside-down and have certainly changed the way the staffing industry conducts its business,” Adecco USA states on its blog. Here’s how technology is influencing the staffing industry: Optimize for mobile technology People are using their phones more than ever and more people use their Smartphone for data then for actually conversations. Apps are the biggest ways staffing agencies are using to staying up-to-date with trends. With apps, they are not just staying up-to-date with trends they are also using them to obtain large amounts of data that would have taken tremendous amount of hours to do back in the day. “It may (or may not) surprise you that 90 percent of job seekers use mobile devices to conduct key functions when looking for their next career opportunity. That means it’s critical that your website is optimized for today’s Smartphone technology. A mobile-friendly, responsive website is vital to winning the talent war, as candidates expect employers to harness Smartphone technology to expedite the application process,” Business2Community states on its website. Social media engagement One of the most popular things that people do on their Smartphone is logging onto Facebook and Instagram and checking what their friends are up to. We as a staffing agency are doing just the same. Constantly checking out prospective candidates’ social media profiles, posting, commenting and direct messaging to see who are the best fit for our clients’ needs. Recruiting marketing Staffing agencies are also using the Internet to improve their brands’ presence. If you don’t have a Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or other social media profile than you are doing harm to your company. Blogging is another effective marketing tool. When implemented correctly, staffing agencies can spontaneously get their footprints in the industry. RMG Staffing has been able to stay ahead of the game because we predicted technology’s influence in the industry since the early beginnings. As a client of ours, your business will receive exceptional service and will make sure your brand is aligned with the constant advancement of technology.
How Will 10 Billion Dollars 2020 Miami Project Impact the Staffing Industry?
Miami is a big city. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, our metropolitan area is the fourth -largest urban development and the eighth-most populated, with a population that is close to 5.5 million. Compared to other parts of the United States, we’re more than just big, we’re humongous. Rather on vacation or here to stay, our city attracts folks from all parts of the world. The Cuban population is obvious one of our biggest demographic, combined with those from other parts of the Caribbean and Latin America, the abundance of people migrating to Miami or here on vacation is pushing city commissioners and local developers to think big. Looking for a Staffing Agency in Miami? Reach out to us here or call us at 305.890.1562. We love working with our clients, and we’ll love working with you, too. How do we accommodate the continuous influx of visitors and residents? The concern in Miami being overpopulated and lacking sufficient housing has brought local leaders to develop Miami 2020; with the understanding that the city and the surrounding metropolitan areas are expected to see a catapult in population by 2020. Businesses, residents, local leaders and others who have invested interests in South Florida are developing plans to help support the city’s growth. And if the plan goes on as schedule, Miami’s skyline will see a dramatic evolution. According to a Related report, Brickell will see an annual increase of 1,900 condo units this year, in common with its rate increase for the past ten years. The Biscayne Corridor, which includes Downtown Miami, Edgewater, Midtown and Design District, will see 1,300 new condo units this year and the area has also seen this same rate increase for the past ten years. If you include the City of North Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale Coconut Grove, Miami Beach, South Florida has an annual growth of 4,615 condo units. “Downtown Miami is growing at an incredible rate. By the year 2020, the waterfront along Biscayne Bay will be home to a staggering $10 billion in new development,” realtor Juan G. Ramirez. P.A. reported on his blog. As of now, the amount of new construction condo units to be built, already sold and currently available is at 10, 329, according to the Related report. So by 2020, we are expected to see Miami’s development and population outnumbering a large portion of the other major cities in the U.S. “The growing popularity of downtown is creating a cycle of new residents, new businesses and new life downtown,” City of Miami District 2 Commissioner and Miami DDA Chairman Ken Russell stated in a press release. “Young professionals, students and families are creating a diverse population. New rental properties should help further fuel the growth of that dynamic downtown community.” So how will this impact the staffing industry and South Florida’s employment rate? We expect to see a large amount of available employment in the food industry. South Florida residents love to wine and dine. A tremendous amount of the new condos will have retail and restaurant space and if you are working in the restaurant and retail industry, you can expect great career opportunities. In addition to the restaurant and retail industry, another sector that will be affected by the projections of 2020 Miami is in entertainment and events. The large amount of people who are moving and vacationing here is expected to stay in great hotels, residences, dine at the finest restaurants and certainly be entertained by the best gathering and events. Ultra Music Festival is Miami’s premier EMD event. Other great gatherings in South Florida include the Miami Film Festival, the Miami Book Fair, the South Beach Food & Wine Festival, the list goes on. These events will continue to show growth and with their growth comes visitors who fill up the hotels and the restaurants. Miami is lining up to explode in economic activity by the year 2020. “Florida is expected to break the $1 trillion mark in 2018 and climb to $1.074 trillion in 2019. That would make Florida’s economy the 16th largest in the world, according to rankings by the World Bank,” the Sun Sentinel reported. With that said, get ready Miami. Just when you thought the city couldn’t get any better, the best is right around the corner. Looking for a Staffing Agency in Miami, Florida? Reach out to us here or call us at 305.890.1562. We love working with our clients, and we’ll love working with you, too.
On the Scene with RMG Staffing – Brickell Heights Grand Opening
RMG is a staffing company that helps you recruit talent for your next event. When it comes to the Miami real estate market, The Related Group is crème de la crème. Since its early beginnings, the company has been reshaping, redesigning and transforming Miami into an iconic city where millions from across the globe come to play, work and live. Seen any pictures of Miami’s skyline lately, chances are you’ll be able to spot quite a few projects the company had developed. Recently, the company held a grand opening of its latest masterpiece, Brickell Heights. The grand opening reception featured a performance by the amazing Cuban Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Cucu Diamantes. Equinox provided a set of acrobatic performers who dazzled the crowd with skillful movements and the attendees couldn’t help but to stare at their amazing physique. Anonymous performance artists The Bumbys gave the crowd something to laugh and think about. Starr Catering Group provided tasty treats. RMG Staffing made sure all in attendance had a great time at the event. Our skillful bar staff, friendly servers, distinguished butlers and beautiful models catered to the attendees every little need. Even the unexpected bad weather couldn’t put a damper on the event. Our amazing staff used umbrellas to usher attendees in and out of the rain. Notable guests to the event included The Related Group CEO Jorge Pérez and his wife Darlene Perez; Carlos Rosso, President of the Condominium Development Division; Gil Dezer, President of Dezer Development; artists George Goodrich, Fabian Burgos, Eduardo Capilla and Omar Rodriguez-Graham. Located in the heart of Brickell, Brickell Heights is a mixed-use development centered on South Miami Avenue. The development features two twin towers made of 690 units of both residence and office space. Included in the buildings’ amenities is the largest gym Equinox had ever built, three-story, 35,000 square foot fitness center featuring state-of-the-art equipment to keep the body looking good and feeling healthy. In addition, Brickell Heights also include SoulCycle, a state-of-the-art 3,500 square foot indoor cycling studio with high-energy music. RMG Staffing established itself as a staffing service and consulting agency in Miami, Florida over nine years ago. Our company brings together top-quality employees to employers in need, ensuring that clients receive the best possible service for the specific position requested. We strives to provide reliable and professional employees at competitive rates, ensuring that all of its clients are fully satisfied with the staffing services received. Rather a small boutique or a large corporation, we are relentless in our dedication to meet every client’s need.