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Hiring from Home: Perfecting the Phone Interview

Hiring from Home: A 3-Part Series Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many organizations to transition to remote and work-from-home options. While some organizations are putting a hold on new hires, many are still moving forward with recruitment and adding new members to their teams. In the temporary absence

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Why Screen Employees with Computer Testing?

Are you screening your potential employees with computer testing? Whether that means basic computer literacy, software specific testing, or typing speed, you should be screening

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How to Prepare for an Interview

You’ve been scheduled for an interview with a potential employer… now what?! Do Your Research It is wise to find out as much as you

Working with Our Recruiters to Hire Your Staff

Working with Our Recruiters to Hire Your Staff

If you’re new to having an external recruitment agency work on your behalf to find great employees for your company, here’s what you can expect when you work with Platinum Recruiting. We focus on opportunities in Kelowna and surrounding areas such as West Kelowna, Lake Country, Vernon and Penticton Temporary

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The Candidate Process

What to expect when applying to a recruitment agency… Many job seekers use online job boards as their primary means of finding employment opportunities. It may not occur to them to visit a recruitment agency; however, recruiters can play an important part in helping candidates find a role that fits their skill set, experience, interests and career goals.

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Get the Stats… Holidays that is!

Did you know that there are ten official statutory holidays in BC each year? These days can play a key role in team morale, company culture and provide some much needed work-life balance at the perfect time of year. Remember, holidays are important times in the year for everyone to take a break and enjoy spending time connecting with loved ones.

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Employee Motivation in 2019

Employee Motivation in 2019 Whether you’re an employer, or an employee, you probably have some idea of how motivation contributes to great work. We often do our best work when we feel motivated and energized to tackle projects ahead of us. On the flip side, most of us have experienced