RECRUITMENT GUIDE February 2021
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The traits of good leaders and how you can gain skills for success on the job Successful leaders have the skills to guide organizations on the right path. Such men and women are often the first up for promotions, and routinely relied on for critical projects. Solidifying your own leadership qualities can be just what you need to land a great job and start climbing the corporate ladder. Good leaders often share a key array of skills. Below are some of the qualities that make strong workplace leaders.
Communication Being able to communicate effectively with all of the people in your work environment and beyond is one of the most essential leadership skills you can possess. Honest communication can build trust and being open to feedback can ensure that everyone is working toward a common goal. Effectively communicating means knowing when to speak and when to listen.
Self-management It can be challenging to manage or oversee others if you can’t effectively take charge of your own tasks. Being able to self-manage involves gaining control and prioritizing goals and actions. However, it also extends to being able to manage emotions, recognize weaknesses and strengths and focus attention where it’s needed.
Integrity Great leaders are trusted by others. Consistently acting with
decorum and respect and delivering on your promises will inspire others to trust you. Stick to your core beliefs and values.
Confidence Effective leaders have the confidence to make decisions and stand by them. Note that there is a fine line between assertive confidence and being boastful or cocky. It may take a little while to develop the right balance that encourages others to support your efforts.
Delegation Delegating tasks is not a sign of weakness. In fact, it is a quality consistently found in strong
leaders. Being able to delegate means you have the confidence in others to share responsibilities based on their skill sets. Delegating also promotes teamwork and lets others know you’re not afraid to share success.
Accountability Leaders make mistakes just like everyone else. Owning your mistakes like you own accomplishments is a good trait to have. Placing blame elsewhere when it’s not warranted can diminish others’ trust in you, while taking blame when it’s due will only increase that trust in you. Leadership skills are valued in all
walks of life. Honing such skills can benefit professionals as they look to accomplish their goals and advance their careers.
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What to look for in a new career Many people begin a new year determined to make positive changes in their lives. Some may aspire to read more books in the year ahead, while others may aim to master a new hobby. Professional goals also factor heavily into many people’s New Year’s resolutions. In a 2019 survey of baby boomers, who are generally defined as people born between 1946 and 1964, the Bureau of Labor Statistics found that the average person has 12 jobs in his or her lifetime. That means that the average professional is likely to change jobs at various points during his or her career. Working professionals who have resolved to make a career change but don’t know where to begin can
facilitate the process by determining what they want out of their next career. Knowing what to look for in a career can help people land a job they will enjoy, and might even prevent them from changing jobs as many as a dozen times before retirement. • Salary: Few people would scoff at being offered higher salaries, but it’s important that professionals looking to change careers don’t place too great an emphasis on a high salary. A recent survey from the online career resource Indeed found that 58 percent of workers would accept a pay cut to change industries. That suggests that salary isn’t everything. However, established professionals no doubt also have an established
quality of life, and some may not be comfortable if a lesser salary means they have to give up some of the luxuries they’ve grown accustomed to. Take some time to determine how much money you need to maintain your current quality of life and if giving up certain things, like the ability to travel or dine out whenever you’d like, is a price you’re willing to pay for a new career. • Opportunity for advancement: A 2015 survey from the employment-oriented social media service LinkedIn found that the number one reason people switched jobs was related to opportunities for career advancement. The survey asked 10,000 people who recently left their jobs why they did so and 45 percent indicated they were concerned about the lack of opportunities for advancement at their old jobs. Switching careers is a significant decision that affects all aspects of professionals’ lives, including their families. When looking for a new career, look for one that provides opportunities for advance-
ment after you get your foot in the door. If no such opportunities are available, you may soon find yourself switching jobs once again. • Positive environment: It can be hard to gauge if a company you don’t work for fosters a positive or negative work environment, but exercising due diligence to determine this can have profound benefits. A 2008 study published in the International Journal on Disability and Human Development found that negative work environments contribute to insomnia, anxiety and depression. In addition, 36 percent of respondents to the LinkedIn survey indicated they left their old job due to dissatisfaction with the work environment. When looking for a new career, it’s important that professionals don’t overlook the value of a positive work environment. Professionals who have resolved to change careers in the year ahead can make their transition more successful by recognizing certain variables that can make work more enjoyable.
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Our Mission: To provide high-quality, affordable, non-discriminatory, and accessible primary medical and dental care that meets the personalized needs of the underserved people of Central Illinois
Vision: CCHC will be recognized for excellence in patient care, as a community leader, and as an employer of choice • Compassionate—Showing sensitivity and concern for others • Teamwork—Collaboratively working towards a shared goal
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CENTRAL COUNTIES HEALTH CENTERS Current opening for RDH in the Jacksonville office. Flexibility a must, need to be available to work in the Springfield office as well For job opportunities, contact Human Resource lmyers@centralcounties.org
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8 Journal Courier Welcome to JBS® USA, a family of proud brands with rich traditions. JBS USA includes our U.S., Mexico, Canada and Australia operations. Our diversified platform includes beef, pork, poultry, lamb, further processed and consumer ready protein offerings, hides, leather, variety meats and rendered products. In partnership with JBS S.A., our Brazilian-based parent company, the united JBS family represents the largest animal protein company in the world with production platforms and facilities in countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay and more than 200,000 team members working hard every day to be the best in all they do.
From our humble beginnings as a small, family-owned beef company started by our founder,
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José Batista Sobrinho (JBS), in the rolling savannas of Goiás, Brazil, in 1953, to our evolution into the world leader in protein with operations all around the globe, JBS has been guided by the same core values.
Determination, Humility, Discipline, Availability, Sincerity, Simplicity and Ownership. These values have led JBS from a single packing plant in South America, to the leading provider of meat protein in the world. And these values will continue to serve as our foundation and our strength as we venture through the 21st century -- a century of challenge, but of even greater opportunity. Our global population will reach a staggering 9+ billion by the year 2050, and as our world grows, so do the needs of her global citizens.
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Strategies to advance your career Career goals take center stage at the dawn of a new year. Thanks in part to New Year’s resolutions, many professionals use January as a time to reflect on their careers and how to advance them in the year ahead. In a 2015 survey of 10,000 people who recently left their jobs, the professional networking social media platform LinkedIn found that career advancement was the number one reason people took new jobs. Various strategies can help people who have resolved to take the next step in their careers over the next 12 months. • Continue to further your education. Advancements in technology and the often breakneck pace of
modern business has made it necessary for ambitious professionals to continue learning if they hope to advance their careers, a fact that savvy professionals already recognize. A 2016 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 54 percent of adults in the labor force say it will be essential from them to get new training and develop new skills throughout their professional life in order to keep up with changes in the workplace. Some professionals may benefit by pursuing a graduate degree or earning their doctorate, while others may need to update or earn certifications from professional organizations. Regardless of their individual situation, education is a
great way for professionals to advance their careers. • Give yourself your own review. Employers conduct reviews to evaluate employees and potentially reward them with higher salaries. Advancement-minded professionals can conduct their own reviews to determine which areas they need to improve. When taking this approach, it’s vital that professionals be honest with themselves. Assess interactions with colleagues to determine if you can be a more effective communicator or team player. If those are your strengths, consider ways you can fine tune other skills. No professional is perfect, and improving on your weaknesses is a great way to take the
next step in your career. • Focus on networking. The value of networking is undeniable, but even ardent networkers may be surprised to learn just how much networking can help advance their careers. LinkedIn estimates that as many as 85 percent of job openings are filled through some form of networking, so professionals who hone their networking skills are doing themselves a significant service in regard to advancing their careers. As a new year begins, professionals can embrace various strategies to advance their careers.
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3 ways women can build and maintain professional networks Established professionals often tout the importance of building strong networks. In fact, a 2017 global survey from LinkedIn found that nearly 80 percent of professionals consider professional networking to be important to their career success.
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Professionals may see networking as a great way to land their next job, but establishing strong networks can pay dividends even for those people who have no immediate plans to leave their current companies. Small Business BC, a resource that caters to entrepreneurs in British Columbia, notes that successful networking can lead to referrals and new partnerships and raise the profiles of professionals and the companies they work for. The LinkedIn survey supports that notion, noting that one-quarter of professionals across the globe have established new business partnerships through LinkedIn Messaging. Of course, networking often helps people find new jobs as well, as the LinkedIn survey also found that 70 percent of people hired in 2016 found work at companies where they had existing connections. Women can employ various strategies to build strong networks and maintain those networks once connections are established. 1. Join professional organizations. Professional organizations provide great networking opportunities, serving as avenues to begin new
business relationships. Many such organizations host annual conferences, and attending these conferences can help women maintain the relationships they develop through their participation in these groups. That’s an important benefit, as the LinkedIn survey found that 38 percent of professionals admitted they find it hard to stay in touch with their network. 2. Offer help as much as you seek it. The LinkedIn survey found that only 48 percent of professionals keep in touch with their networks when things are going well in their career. By reaching out to a network when things are going well, women are showing a willingness to offer help as much as seek it. That can lead to stronger, more easily maintained networks. 3. Schedule networking each week. Build networking into your weekly schedule. Even the busiest professionals can find time each week to email someone in their network to see how things are going or share updates on previous collaborations. That’s a quick and easy way to maintain connections. The value of networking is undeniable. Women can take various steps to build strong networks and maintain those relationships for years to come.
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Reynolds Consumer Products is a leading provider of household products that simplify daily life so you can enjoy what matters most. Our Reynolds® and Hefty® brand products help make mealtime easier with preparation, cooking, cleanup, and storage solutions. Our namesake Reynolds® products include the iconic Reynolds Wrap® aluminum foil, Reynolds Kitchens® parchment paper, plastic wrap, oven bags, and slow cooker liners. The Hefty® brand is known for strong, dependable waste bags, slider bags, plates, and cups. Our products are available in the U.S. and internationally, including the Alcan® and Diamond® brands, which are leaders in their markets. The company was formed in 2010 as a new consumer products company with strong legacy brands. While our products have been trusted by generations, we are a young, innovative company where employees can make an impact. We’ve worked together to build a company that is trusted by our customers, vendors, and employees, and especially, by the people who use our products.
A MESSAGE FROM LANCE MITCHELL CEO, Reynolds Consumer Products We are proud of our iconic brands, including Reynolds Wrap® foil, Hefty® trash bags, slider bags, disposable tableware, and Alcan® foil, Canada’s top foil brand. Our goal is to continue to earn your trust and offer new products and product improvements that make daily life easier. How we do it is just as important as the products we make. •
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Our customer relationships are based on a long history of trust. We work to make not only our individual products successful — but provide the insights our retailers need to grow entire product categories. We’re looking for people who want to make a difference and influence the future of the company. Ongoing innovation requires professionals in marketing, HR, IT, engineering, operations, logistics/supply chain, finance, marketing and more.
Join Reynolds Consumer Products…a world of opportunities! At Reynolds Consumer Products, The Home of Hefty, we are passionate about achieving results and have fun winning as a team! We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and fun workplace environment. It’s not just a job, it’s a career! We currently have various production and maintenance positions available in Jacksonville Benefits: We offer a competitive benefit package, including coverage for employees and dependents. • Multiple health, vision and dental plans to choose from • Prescription coverage • 401(k) retirement with employer match • Short- and long-term disability • Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care • Life insurance • Employee Assistance Program
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