Tips for Creating an Effective Job Posting

How do you find new talent for your open jobs? Did you know partnering with a staffing agency like Hutco can give you an advantage? Hutco can help you access a larger pool of candidates and reduce your time-to-hire. Here’s what you should know. Here are a few ways to improve your job postings and […]

Tips to Professionally Handle the Employment Resignation Process

Resignations happen even to the best of employers. People leave jobs all the time and not always for negative reasons. Even with the most positive work environment and great team, people quit. Even though many reasons are outside your control, there are some you need to take ownership of. Here is how to professionally handle […]

3 Reasons You Should Go to the Gym Before (or After!) Every Shift

Building healthy habits is a great way to keep yourself fit and engaged. Daily exercise is one of the best long-term habits a person can have. Even 30 minutes of exercise before or after work will leave you energized, clear-headed, stronger, and feeling better about yourself.   Here are three reasons you should go to […]

When is the Right Time to Ask for a Raise?

We all want to think that getting a raise is a part of doing a great job, but sometimes we have to ask for that additional pay bump. How do you ask your boss for a raise, and when is the right time to broach the subject? Here is a quick guide to asking about […]

Tips On Becoming A Better Manager

Managers can make all the difference in a shipyard or marine environment. Creating a sound management culture for your team will motivate them and increase production and satisfaction. So how can you become a better marine manager? Here is some advice to improve your leadership skills.   Cultivate Leadership Skills You don’t necessarily need to […]

What You Should Know Before Choosing a Maritime Career

Do you dream of working on the open sea? Or a marine-based job such as in a shipyard. There are many potential options for a maritime career, but there are some things you should know before you take this road. Here is a list of the pros and cons you should know before working in […]