We’re excited to announce Ascend Staffing has made the Inc 5000’s fastest-growing private companies in America for 2021. Inc. 5000 is a prestigious list of the nation’s fastest growing private corporations based on overall revenue growth over a three-year period. Some of the more noteworthy companies to make the list include Pandora, 7 Eleven, and… Read More »
August is just around the corner and with record breaking temperatures this summer, here are some things to be aware of that will keep you safe from the scorching heat Here are the Warning Signs Heat exhaustion is a condition whose symptoms may include heavy sweating and a rapid pulse, a result of your body… Read More »
Mark K. Holland, CEO and Chairman of Ascend Staffing, was on the Idaho Business Podcast to talk about professional opportunity, happiness and balance. Listen to this episode below: This incredibly powerful CEO discusses fantastic professional opportunities for people entering or reentering the workforce. What also makes Mark so powerful is his happiness and professional and… Read More »
The most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a total of 5,333 fatal work injuries in 2019, which represents the highest number of workplace fatalities since 2007. Meanwhile, private industry employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. For National Safety Month, let’s take a deeper look at these important workplace findings. Workplace… Read More »
Employee Safety should be every employers #1 priority. Here is a breakdown of how last year went in terms of workplace injuries in our nation. Slip and Fall- 19% Cut- 17% Hit Against- 17% Other Strain- 13% Misc.- 12% Strain by Lifting-8% Caught in Object- 5% Burn- 3% Motor Vehicle- 2% Helpful Safety Information… Read More »
Mark K. Holland, CEO and Chairman of Ascend Staffing, was on the Speaking on Business podcast to share how Ascend Staffing helped the community during tough economic times caused by COVID-19. Listen below or read the transcript of the podcast below. Throughout coronavirus, valiant companies have worked to keep essentials available to all of us.… Read More »
Mark K. Holland, CEO and Chairman of Ascend Staffing, was on the latest episode of the Becoming Your Best podcast with Steve Shallenberger. Being true to character is one of the most rewarding principles of highly successful leaders. While honesty and integrity might lead to sometimes recognizing a mistake and eventually losing a client, at… Read More »
Did you know the first week in December is National Handwashing Awareness Week? And, with COVID cases spiking around the country, keeping our hands clean is one of the best lines of defense. So, get your workplace involved and have everyone brush up on their handwashing knowledge. Why Handwashing Works When you wash your… Read More »
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic now requires many employees to work from home. Yet, the temptation to check your social media feeds, watch TV, and engage in other non-work activities while working from home can be overwhelming. If you are not careful, you could waste work time and resources on various non-work activities, which can hamper your productivity. Your business expects the best out of you, and… Read More »
Now is a great time to consider your company’s summer staffing needs. That way, you can kick off a search for talented candidates to fill summer roles across your business — and put your company in a position for a successful summer. To staff up for summer, here’s what you need to do: 1. Find Local Candidates Local candidates won’t have to commute… Read More »