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2025 Talent Trends: What Upper Midwest Manufacturers Need to Know About the Changing Workforce
As the manufacturing sector continues to evolve in 2025, companies across the Upper Midwest are facing a rapidly shifting workforce landscape. From deepening skilled labor shortages to rising employee expectations, manufacturers must reassess how they attract, retain, and develop talent to remain competitive.
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Why Using Your Vacation Time Makes You a Better Professional: The Hidden Powers of PTO
In today’s fast-paced, always-connected work culture, taking a vacation can sometimes feel like a guilty pleasure or a risky career move. That hustle mindset glorifies long hours, skipping lunches, and not using earned vacation days/PTO. But the truth is that not taking time off is a fast track to burnout!
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A Recruiter’s Top Tips for Standing Out at your next Phone or Video Interview
In my over 30 years as a Recruiter, I’ve conducted many interviews over the phone and via video. While virtual interviews have made it easier and more efficient to connect with candidates, they also come with their own unique set of challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, knowing how to present yourself effectively [READ MORE]
Impactful Ways That Manufacturing Companies Can Celebrate Earth Day in April
Every year on April 22nd, Earth Day serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to care for the planet. While Earth Day initiatives often highlight individual actions—like reducing plastic or paper use, a recycling program or ways to conserve water—businesses have an even greater opportunity to drive large-scale impact. For the manufacturing industry, Earth Day offers [READ MORE]
A Recruiter’s perspective on Onboarding and Retaining today’s talent
After the recruitment process has produced a new hire, which can be entirely completed by Markent, the next step is on boarding and retaining your new hire. We have compiled some of the tried-and-true ways that have historically worked for onboarding and retaining talent, as well as the newest ideas that will keep your manufacturing company in [READ MORE]
The Future of Wisconsin Manufacturing: Trends and Opportunities
As a Wisconsin-based manufacturing recruiting firm, we are privileged to witness firsthand the transformation taking place in the state’s manufacturing sector. Historically, Wisconsin has been a manufacturing powerhouse, with industries spanning everything from agriculture and food processing to aerospace, paper, and automotive production. However, as we look toward the future, significant shifts in technology, demographics, and environmental [READ MORE]
