December Highlights | JOHNLEONARD

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• Top In-Demand Skills Needed in the Workplace Today (Video) - As the workplace and labor market rapidly evolve, so too do the skills needed for organizations to succeed. Watch our short video to learn the top 10 in-demand and high-paying skills needed in the workplace.
• Essential Strategies for Attaining an Entry-Level Position -?Securing an entry-level role may seem challenging, but implementing a thorough strategy can reduce stress and set you up for success. Follow these practical tips!
• 5 Ways to Stay Motivated Through the Holidays?- The holiday season has officially arrived! While there are gifts to buy and parties to plan, there is still work that needs to be done. Jennifer DeLucia shares 5 tips to help you stay focused, energized, and driven through the holidays.
• The Transformative Effects of Communication in the Workplace: Unlocking Better Success - From clarifying goals to collaborative team dynamics, effective communication in the workplace is invaluable. Lena Simone shares how embracing effective communication can empower your team and drive your organization toward success.

Learn what recruiting trends are transforming how we approach talent acquisition and shaping the labor market's future.

Why we need to tear down the ‘paper ceiling’ to build a workforce for the future

The "paper ceiling" is a term used to describe the educational barriers many candidates face in the labor market. Employers that require traditional degrees while ignoring the value of transferrable skills and experiences keep qualified talent out of the job pool. Explore how shredding the paper ceiling can lead to a stronger, more resilient workforce.

Our clients are actively seeking top talent like you. We post Temporary, Direct-Hire, and Temp-to-Hire opportunities throughout various sectors daily. View our newest hybrid, remote, and on-site jobs located in Boston and beyond:

Temporary

• Litigation Legal Assistant: $20-$30/hour, on-site in Boston, 2+ years of legal support experience. Apply here >
• Part-Time Legal Document Processor: Up to $25/hour, on-site in Boston, prior office, administrative, or document processing experience. Apply here >

Direct-Hire

• Business Development Representative: $75K-$100K, hybrid in Boston, 2-5 years of experience achieving new business and managing Fortune 500 relationships. Apply here >
• Assistant Compensation & Benefits Manager: $75K-$100K, onsite in Cambridge, 3+ years of payroll processing and benefits administration experience. Apply here >

T-DH

• Preschool Teacher: $20-$35/hour, on-site in Boston, MA Department of Early Education and Care teacher certification and 2+ years of experience working with ethnically, linguistically, and economically diverse children and families. Apply here >
• Case Manager: up to $24/hour, on-site in Boston, a bachelor’s degree, and 1+ years of case management experience, specifically crisis intervention regarding issues such as homelessness, mental health, and substance abuse. Apply here >

Resources to take your career to the next level.

How to Improve Your Analytical Skills in the Workplace

Whether you're setting strategic goals for 2025 or just want to embrace a growth mindset, skill development should be continuous. One of the most highly-desired skills in the workplace today is analytical skills. Analytical skills involve creative thinking, data analysis, problem-solving, research, and attention to detail, and are invaluable across all industries. Learn how to develop your analytical skills and grow your career in the new year!

Here’s What That ‘Little Treat’ Can—and Can’t—Do For You

Does treating yourself with a little something special motivate you to complete daily tasks? You're not alone! An exploration into "Little Treat Culture" has taken off on TikTok, and studies show that small rewards positively affect self-care and mental health. Discover how approaching this strategy intentionally can help improve your mental health and productivity.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and cherished memories. Here's to a successful and bright 2025! We cannot wait to continue working with you in the year ahead.

Happy holidays from all of us here at JOHNLEONARD!

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