Why You Must Ask Follow-Up Questions in an Interview
October 2, 2012
You know that part of effective hiring is asking candidates good interview questions. But how often do you follow-up on …
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How to Make the Most of an Interview
September 13, 2012
If you’ve ever conducted a search for a new employee when you’re desperate to fill an opening, you know how …
7 Skills to Look for in Your Next Great Hire
September 11, 2012
It’s always important to hire employees who are smart and hard-working. But, as a top Houston recruiter, Murray Resources can …
How “Saving” Money Now on Understaffing Costs You Later
September 7, 2012
Leverage. Optimization. Streamline. Lean and mean. Do more with less. Maximize resources. Right size. Over the past decade, the challenging …
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Hiring Overqualified Employees
September 4, 2012
As one of the leading Houston staffing agencies, Murray Resources knows there are plenty of people out there who are …
How to Retain Your Rock Star Performers
August 31, 2012
You know the guy who lingers by the water cooler, going on about last night’s reality TV show, while all …
The #1 Job Description Mistake Employers Make
August 7, 2012
When it comes to your job description, bigger is not necessarily better. Unfortunately, some of today’s employers don’t heed this …
Does Your “To Do” List Ever Get Done?
July 24, 2012
If you’re like most managers, the answer’s probably “no.” No matter how hard you try, you cross one task off, …
7 Steps to Hiring a Top-Notch Administrative Assistant
July 10, 2012
When it comes to administrative assistants, they may not be the highest on the pay scale or on the corporate …
How to Improve the Hiring Experience for Candidates
July 3, 2012
Despite what some managers might think, the hiring process isn’t all about them. While it’s important to find the right …
When Does an Employee's Cancer Diagnosis Become a Disability?
June 26, 2012
As a top temporary staffing agency in Houston, Texas, Murray Resources knows that if you manage a business, the chances …
How to Keep Your Staff On Track During the Dog Days of Summer
June 19, 2012
It’s June – which means many of your employees are probably thinking about vacations, long weekend trips, and afternoons lounging …
6 Tips to Help You Recruit Smarter
May 22, 2012
As executive recruiters in Houston, Texas, Murray Resources knows that recruiting certainly isn’t always easy. A blend of art and …
5 Ways Staffing Agencies Can Help Your Houston Small Business
August 16, 2011
As one of the top staffing agencies in Houston, we know that staffing is one of the most difficult, yet …
How Loyal Are Your Employees?
August 2, 2011
Less than you might think. In fact, according to a recent MetLife study, only 44% of small business employees feel …
Can You Fire an Employee for Their Appearance?
July 19, 2011
As Houston recruiters, we saw in the news recently that a woman filed a lawsuit claiming age discrimination against her …