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The Clerk's Office couldn't offer great access to justice without our outstanding employees. Today, we would like to shine a spotlight on Jordan Villarreal-Paul, a Courtroom Services Specialist. - Years with Office: 2 years. - First Job: Dunkin' Donuts at age 16. - Something You Enjoy About Your Job: "I am able to interact with everyone in my department!" - Your Favorite TV Show/Movie: Howl's Moving Castle. - A World Record You Would Like To Break: The record (if there is one) for most types of cuisine tried. - What Do You Like Most About the Office: "How friendly and appreciative everyone is of each other." - Advice You Have For A New Clerk Employee: "Get to know all your co-workers, even if you don't regularly work with them. It's great having lots of people to talk to!"

What is the purpose of your job? That was the single question on a survey we asked 2,500 bartenders and servers. The responses were a wild ride. From crafting great cocktails to being the host of the party, from providing great service to making customers feel comfortable. As we sifted through the responses, a curious pattern emerged—or rather, the lack thereof. Even co-workers had vastly different responses. It became clear that the vast majority hadn't been told the purpose of their job, instead they were simply told what key tasks they were responsible for. In the midst of this survey-induced revelation, I reminisced about my own front-of-house team. Our purpose was our obsession: Convert customers into raving fans. Our purpose led our job interviews, dictated our induction program and was our primary motivation in everything we did. In an industry where 8/10 fail, clarity is key. It's hard to emerge victorious when your team isn't armed with a clear understanding of their purpose. Now, anyone can slap a purpose on a wall; bringing it to life, that's the real challenge. Stay tuned for my next post, where I'll share how we breathed life into our purpose and achieved our goals.

3️⃣6️⃣of 5️⃣2️⃣ Reason 36: Coffee, cake and catch-ups! Each month, we take the time to get away from our desks and get to know one another a little better. We go for a walk with colleagues we wouldn’t normally get the chance to speak to. Some of us opt to stay in the office and sit on the sofas, or head out into our garden area 🌱 To make the catch-ups even sweeter, there’s usually a slice of cake and a cup of tea or coffee ☕ When was the last time you took some time out to get to know your colleagues? How about getting in touch for a chat with us over a cuppa, to discuss any roles we may have that are perfect for you? Head to our careers page to find out more and register your interest 👉 https://bit.ly/3OvNDuX #CatchUp #Coffee #Careers #MakingMarketLeaders

Who knew that my "temporary" post-graduation serving job would lead to a fulfilling and challenging career? Over the past six years, I've had opportunities to travel, build friendships, have fun, and grow both professionally and personally. But it didn’t start out that way. For a long time, I fell into the trap of comparison. It seemed like everyone I knew was either being promoted, starting families, or succeeding in ways I wasn't. While working as a server, I realized that my version of success didn’t depend on what I was doing but how I was doing it. It wasn’t about external validation but about who I was and what I valued. I was proud of my friends and colleagues for following their paths, but the stereotypical post-grad route didn’t feel right for me. It took time to understand that success, for me, was about how I felt. Was I proud of the effort I put into my work? Did I maintain a healthy work-life balance that allowed me to travel, read, and explore my interests? Was I engaged and in control of my life? It really made me ask: 1. What do I value? 2. What do I want? Don't get me wrong, there were many moments of "what am I actually doing?", especially during the pandemic when the services industry was anxiety- inducing. But in the end I am so glad for my time at FireWorks Restaurant. The skills I gained there have been invaluable in my everyday life. I learned what I needed to about myself in order to enjoy my life outside of work, just as much as my time spent working. I am also grateful for the opportunities Telesis Inc. has given me. Being able to be creative, strategic, and work with a collaborative team is everything I’ve wanted. In my experience, a conventional post-graduation career path isn’t necessary for success or growth. Sometimes, an unconventional path lands you right where you need to be. #PersonalGrowth #WorkLifeBalance #CareerGrowth

On the eleventh day of Christmas recruitment gave to me, Eleven pigs in blankets, Ten booked meetings, Nine craft beers gifted, Eight heads are hanging, Seven CVs submitted, Six coffees brewing, Five tequila shots, Four unanswered calls, Three interns, Two mince pies, And a candidate with cold feet Just when it couldn't get more festive (honestly, the tinsel is getting a little out of hand), someone decides to bake a mountain of pigs 🐷 in blankets. What more could you want from life?😊 #recruiters #recruitment

Stopped by a cute candy store near my house last weekend (true story). A little kid was trying to decide between chocolates and gummy bears. The cheerful store clerk noticed the dilemma and offered the kid a small sample of each. Happy with the treats, the child giggled but still seemed undecided. The clerk then made it a game, asking, "Which one makes you do the biggest happy dance?" After a mini dance-off, the child enthusiastically picked the gummies! It was just a simple candy choice. But her joyful approach made that kid’s day, and mine too :) It was such a heartwarming scene, and it really shows something important about hiring: the secret to finding the right people isn't just about what they do; it's how they do it that matters most. That’s because how we do anything is how we do everything. When she graduates from university (we had a little chat) and moves into her professional career, you can bet she'll bring the same energy to whatever she does. She’s not just going to be successful in her job; she’s going to be successful in life. Because that’s just how she is—joyous in every task, no matter how sweet or small. #hiringstrategy ##JobSuccess #CareerDevelopment #PositiveImpact #ServiceExcellence

Not usually one to post a LinkedIn Status – but I have had many recruiters ask me over the years my thoughts on Recruiting and how I have been so successful as a Recruiter.   The way I view the Healthcare Staffing / Recruiting industry is like serving tables over a computer. Growing up on Hilton Head Island, SC. I had a blast in the summers from the age of 16-22 working in the extremely busy F&B industry.  I have worked as a bus boy, food runner, cook, and server.  But serving was by far my favorite. I think there are many correlations of working in a busy restaurant that tie in to working as a Recruiter.   Here are just some key points below: Learned how to multitask (which I think is one of the biggest components of recruiting) Learned how to communicate and interact and listen to customers.   Learned how to grind and work long hours and bust my butt for tips. Learned customer service & making sure my guests had a great experience. Learned Teamwork as you communicate with managers, chefs, food runners, bartenders, & busboys. Learned how to follow up and make sure my table was satisfied and get repeat business. (many customers would request me as a server summer after summer) Learned how to get over mentally common restaurant ordeals that could affect your tip. (many recruiters get hung up and sulk on deals going bad. Just got to keep moving & on to the next one)   Candidates = Customers Job Orders = Food Orders I know there are many more aspects to everyday recruiting life but this is the basics for me at least!   My view on recruiting is very Simple and I keep it Simple. #recruiting #staffing #healthcarestaffing

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