<?xml version="1.0" ?> <rss xmlns:xsd="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema" xmlns:xsi="http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema-instance" version="2.0"><channel><title>In the News</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/feed.aspx?feedid=5</link><description>In the News</description><item><title>New York Seeks to Save Millions, Increase Tech Sector&amp;#39;s Diversity</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=461</link><description>&lt;p&gt; The State of New York recently selected TAPFIN to manage a network of subcontractors that would deliver IT support to all state agencies. &lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Karen Murray</author><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>HR&amp;#39;s Role in Managing Contractors is Unclear</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=408</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Even though over 90% of U.S. companies use contract talent, 43% do not involve HR in the related hiring and managing processes.  TAPFIN President Kip Wright talks about the value of contract workers and shares some best practices for HR executives.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Meet Amy Huddlestone: Strategic Talent Acquisition</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=433</link><description>&lt;p&gt;This is post #8 in a series on the presenters that HCI, along with a great group of partners, is bringing to talent leaders from across the globe to discuss how recruiting transforms business. &lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Sally Ting</author><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Step by Step: How to Create and Communicate Your Vision</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=394</link><description>&lt;p&gt;TAPFIN President Kip Wright discusses the evolution of a company's vision, founded on employee involvement and shared values.  Based on personal experience, Wright points to ongoing communication as critical to supporting an effective vision.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Talent Management Remains Main Focus of Companies</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=406</link><description>&lt;p&gt;A study conducted by TAPFIN and the Human Capital Institute, entitled "Integrated Resource Fulfillment," found that companies have made talent management a priority and are considering a more holistic approach to human capital planning.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Employee Development Through Economic Downturn</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=395</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Workforce planning and development is especially critical in tough times - companies need their high performers more than ever to survive them. With the current economic downturn and increased job insecurity, employees will look to leaders to show them the way. Learn 10 steps that smart companies can take to attract, retain, and develop employees now, so they may emerge from this recession stronger than ever.&lt;br clear="none" /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Holistic Workforce Management</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=397</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Training and human resources professionals are exploring a new perspective on the contingent and permanent members of their workforce.  "Integrated Resource Fulfillment," a report produced by the Human Capital Institute and TAPFIN Process Solutions, suggests a holistic approach to managing these two types of workers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Contract Workers: To Train or Not to Train?</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=393</link><description>&lt;p&gt;According to a survey conducted by the Human Capital Institute and TAPFIN Process Solutions, contract workers comprise one third of the U.S. workforce. As a result, many employers must decide whether to train these workers and what challenges and opportunities might follow.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Portfolio Worker is Quick on the Draw</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=398</link><description>&lt;p&gt;According to a Human Capital Institute report, contract work is on the rise among skilled professionals. Particularly during tough economic times, this non-traditional work structure can be beneficial for both professionals and employers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Where Are Contract Workers Filling Talent Gaps?</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=399</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The hiring of skilled professionals as contract workers is a growing practice among today's companies.  A Human Capital Institute study explores the benefits as well as the challenges of utilizing contract talent.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fresh Starts Column: Required – Empathy and Kleenex</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=127</link><description>&lt;p&gt;It may be hard to see a silver lining in the current economic crisis, but if you happen to be a loan workout specialist, things are looking up. Not only must these professionals understand how loans are structured, they are also part detective, part diplomat and, often, part therapist.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Employers Wise to Find Value in Silent Generation Workers</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=128</link><description>&lt;p&gt;While employers should not   necessarily go out of their way to meet the particular demands or preferences of   one particular generation of workers, they should recognize the assets each   group brings with them and manage their employees so that these advantages are   maximized.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>In a Post Chimes World, VMS/MSP Usage Continues to Grow</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=129</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Staffing Industry Analysts Ranks VMS/MSP Companies; TAPFIN Ranks in Top Ten in Total Combined Spend Under Management&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Culture Factor</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=132</link><description>&lt;p&gt;TWC client CertainTeed discusses how RPO vendors are finding that success through in-depth understanding of their client's culture.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>On the Hunt for Talent</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=133</link><description>&lt;p&gt;TWC consultant Martin McDonald discusses how to compete for the best college talent.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Recruiting Mature Workers at Job Fairs</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=134</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Many recruiters believe that job fairs are good vehicles for finding large numbers of candidates for entry-level jobs. But what if those jobs require more than 20 years’ experience? Are job fairs still effective in recruiting mature workers?&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>BUILTIN BUILTIN</author><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>I Have Some Questions About the Job—And So Do My Parents!</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=135</link><description>&lt;p&gt;As each new generation enters the workforce, Human Resources pros must adapt recruiting strategies to ensure attracting the best and the brightest applicants. One of the latest trends HR must be prepared for is parental involvement during the college recruiting process.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Software developer Vertex plans to double its consulting staff</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=136</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Big corporations can be slow to adopt new technology, but once enough do, the rest take the plunge. That's why Vertex Inc. recently announced plans to use TWC to double its consulting staff from 25 to 50 and add five sales people by the end of the year.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Keeping In Touch</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=137</link><description>&lt;p&gt;TWC's Mike Sweeny discusses how social networking sites can also help workers network with their colleagues, improve their careers and work and find other jobs.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>HR Star: Rob Rosend</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=138</link><description>&lt;p&gt;HR Star: Business and psychology go hand in hand, or so Rob Rosend, president of our HRO Division, discovered&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Venture into Psyches</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=139</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Terry Williams, CEO of TWC, talks about how leadership is key to start-ups, and how the Foster Group's psychological testing can raise success.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Art of Influence</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=140</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Robert Rosend, president of our HRO Division, talks about how today's HR   executives can use the art of influence to impact how line managers approach the   business.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fast Lane: Positive Environment</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=141</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Smart Business speaks with Terry Williams about growing smart and   how to create an environment where workers can excel.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Coping with the Post-Merger Blues</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=143</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Week's panel of career experts offer advice on what execs should do when their dot-com is snapped up by a big bureaucratic corporation.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Despite Downsizing, Employment Levels Hold Steady</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=144</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Despite a spate of high-profile layoffs and a sagging economy, the nation's jobless rate remains at historically low levels. That means employers who have been grappling with a tight labor market for several years can expect little in the way of relief.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Psychology Of a Start-Up</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=145</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Does your exec have what it takes to run a start up? TWC has created a new assessment tool to evaluate a start-up management team's odds for success.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to Evaluate Technology Training Programs</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=146</link><description>&lt;p&gt;The array of options for technology training can be daunting, especially for people looking to break into the world of IT jobs. Monster.com consults industry experts to decode what's hype and what's for real.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Women In IT Strive For Equal Job Compensation</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=147</link><description>&lt;p&gt;Despite unprecedented demand for technology workers and a rise in the number of women entering the IT field, many male IT professionals still receive higher salaries, bonuses, and raises than their female counterparts. TWC discusses reasons this discrepancy may still exist.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Weighing Two Good Job Offers?</title><link>http://staging.tapfin.com/InteriorTemplate.aspx?id=148</link><description>&lt;p&gt;BusinessWeek's panel of career experts advise on what questions you need to ask yourself when debating between two good job offers.&lt;/p&gt;</description><author>Betsy Birdsell</author><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>