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.
The Challenge of Motivating the Workforce
Motivating employees to go above and beyond is always a challenge for employers. Sometimes extra money incentives might not be enough even when employees are given bonuses. Besides money, some companies conduct personal retreats and provide their employees other social incentives such as extra days off or work-from-home opportunities in order to uplift and motivate their workforce. “Instilling motivation is a challenge for many business owners. This quality is in a quite short supply in the corporate world, which is a shame considering the benefits all players can reap. Workers who are motivated and satisfied pull their weight and do not hesitate to work their fingers to the bone if need be. “This leads to improved productivity across the board, something that impacts the entire company. Also, businesses that inspire motivation are able to attract more talent and achieve much better retention rates.” – Ricardo Michelangeli, RMG Staffing. But quite honestly, it takes a collective of ideas and solutions to push employees above and beyond. Here are five ways employers can motivate their employees to go the distance. Connect Make sure employees understand each other. Employees don’t follow leaders who they don’t really know or understand. Your team needs to see you as a real person who’s not perfect but who has a real vision for the company. One of the best ways to help people get to know you is by story telling and connecting on a personal level. Financial incentives Employees are employees because they work for money, and additional income will certainly urge them to go that extra mile. Honor and create a professional persona If you create a loyal company culture, you will get loyal employees. No matter what their positions are, or how well they perform at their jobs, all employees want to be respected and valued for their time and contributions. Positive reinforcement Feedback, given to employees and those given to employers by employees is extremely important. Don’t sweat the small stuff Employees do mistakes but eventually they get the job done. Addressing employees’ small mistakes but not punishing them for it, brings about positive output from the employee. Looking for a Staffing Agency in Miami? RMG Staffing can help you! 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.
How to Successfully Manage Your Bartenders
Managing a bar is about more than being able to make a few drinks – it requires discipline, organization, efficiency, respect and making sure your bar team runs like a well-oiled machine. And from high up on the management chain, employers have a bird’s eye view of what bar managers should and shouldn’t be doing down below. How to Successfully Manage Your Bartenders, According to Employers Here are the core tips for successfully managing your bar team, according to the employers who’ve been doing it for years: Train your people. Training is important no matter what position you’re in, but it’s absolutely vital in the early stages of your career. By properly training your bartenders and bar backs, you’ll not only be able to mold them into what the bar or venue needs, but if done correctly, you’ll also create a bar team of individuals who are confident, efficient and knowledgeable, and get off to a good start. Give real feedback… often. Want your bar managed successfully? Tell your staff what they’re doing right and what they need to do better. Giving feedback in an encouraging manner, even if it’s negative feedback, is a cornerstone of effective management. Be transparent with your team. How do you gain your employees’ trust? By giving them a reason to trust you! Be transparent with your team and set the example that they can be open with their concerns and praises. According to the experts, transparency does a number of things: it creates an intentional work environment, helps employees understand why certain decisions are made, makes it easier to solve problems and opens dialogue between bartenders and bar managers. Respect your employees – they’re individuals, not a service. If you want your staff to respect you, you have to respect them as well. As a manager of anything, respect in the work place is essential when it comes to getting your employees to “go the extra mile” on the job. Be a role model. Above all, be a real team leader, and make sure all other employees in positions of management are team leaders, too. Nothing dissuades a staff more than looking up to a boss or employer they can’t respect. Along the same lines, you want to ensure all employees in positions of power are setting a good example for the rest of the team – remember the phrase “follow the leader?” It exists for a reason. Looking for a Hotel Job or A Staffing Agency in Miami? We have you covered. 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.