tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:30:32 +0000http://www.mriwausau.com/news/noreply@blogger.com (Kim Larson)Blogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-6215153351247753807Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:30:00 +00002010-03-08T18:30:32.941-06:00 This blog is now located at http://blog.mriwausau.com/. You will be automatically redirected in 30 seconds, or you may click here. For feed subscribers, please update your feed subscriptions to http://blog.mriwausau.com/atom.xml. http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/03/this-blog-has-moved.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Kim Larson)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-5744715057084207400Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:19:00 +00002010-03-08T08:21:33.340-06:00recognitionbestawardManagement Recruiters of Wausau Inc. Receives 2009 Best of Business AwardSmall Business Commerce Association’s Award Honors the AchievementSAN FRANCISCO, November 7, 2009, Management Recruiters of Wausau Inc. has been selected for the 2009 Best of Business Award in the Executive placement category by the Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA)The Small Business Commerce Association (SBCA) is http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/03/2009-award-from-small-business-commerce.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-6660466595409291196Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:25:00 +00002010-03-08T07:34:52.175-06:00jobscareer changesDo you have a hard time motivating yourself Monday morning to charge into your job? Many individuals are feeling those mixed feeling blessed to be having a job but perhaps not the career they have been looking for. The best time to look for a new position is when you don't have to. Even though we hear about high unemployment numbers in the professional and technical areas we're still fairly http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/03/monday-morning-job-blues.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-6140118485282478790Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:58:00 +00002010-03-05T08:00:05.948-06:00Banking HumorI went golfing with my banker, but never again. Every time I yelled FORE he yelled CLOSURE.If bankers can count, how come they always have ten windows and two tellers?A tour guide was showing a tourist around Washington, D. C. The guide pointed out the place where George Washington supposedly threw a dollar across the Potomac River. "That's impossible," said the tourist. "No one http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/03/some-banking-humor-for-friday.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-7899118005758781934Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:13:00 +00002010-02-25T19:19:12.669-06:00social networkingbankingnew positionsjobsIf you have not checked out our jobs available listing for some time you may want to take another peek at it. We've expanded the features of the posting so you can forward any jobs that you see that might be interesting to your friends to several of the major social networking web sites like: LinkedIn, Facebook or even Twitter. Of course you can still e-mail the link to anyone that you think http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/02/new-additions-to-job-listing-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-8383793054966725610Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:24:00 +00002010-02-16T16:24:37.648-06:00Can Someone Be Bored to Death? The Research Study Shows That a Boring Job Can Kill Youhttp://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/02/can-someone-be-bored-to-death-research.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-596231703477816177Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:35:00 +00002010-02-11T08:44:33.253-06:00I had the opportunity to attend Management Recruiters Regional Conference held in Indianapolis. It was a great time to reconnect with members of the MRI family. I've made some great friends in my 20 years with MRI. We heard some dynamic speakers. Jack Daly is a dynamo with lets of energy and zest. I acquired a number of useful nuggets to apply in my business. Danny Cahill is a well http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/02/training-with-danny-cahill-and-jack.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-2319476801983134156Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:50:00 +00002010-01-15T07:58:30.823-06:00Are you hit with that fear of change bug every so often? Congrats, most people do feel this and it's quite natural. The key is can you overcome it? Many individuals when looking at a career change start getting that fear of change. Again, we just need to know it's natural and keep moving forward. I've found those personal changes it's best to keep moving forward sometimes it's only baby http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/01/fear-of-change.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-2011253051793941189Tue, 05 Jan 2010 15:07:00 +00002010-01-05T09:20:55.131-06:00Many of us are excited to see the start of the New Year with new goals, dreams and aspirations. One of your valuable resources is working with a professional recruiter who knows your marketplace. Unfortunatley, this year we've seen a record number of recruiters go out of business. It's important to work with a professional who has the resources to protect you and your confidential information.http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2010/01/happy-new-year.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-5256550984795930721Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:24:00 +00002009-12-24T10:33:26.616-06:00I'm sitting in Wausau now in the midst of a Scrooge winter storm that is wrecking havoc on many individuals travel plans. Hopefully you'll be able to spend your holidays with family and friends. As many of us look at the New Year we have high hopes for it to be better than the last. We've seen some very promising signals so we'll remain optimistic. Some lucky people get to travel south for http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/12/merry-christmashappy-new-year.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-7775595048546378992Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:19:00 +00002009-12-18T08:23:35.413-06:00Santa's trying to identify all the good ag lenders out there because he's got several excellent opportunities in the Midwest for those good ag lenders. His elves have been scouting around the neighborhood but because of their height they are not able to see everyone. If you know of anyone please call the Santa express line at out office at 888-359-6715 e. 302. Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Santahttp://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/12/ag-lender-alert.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-5984168105879078233Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:55:00 +00002009-12-15T07:59:09.265-06:00I'm sure you're caught up in the holiday hustle and bustle. Let's take time to remember the important things family and friends. We're especially grateful for the many business assoicates and friends we have. Thankfully, we're starting to see some glimmers of hope in the marketplace. Likely, this quarter will be our best of the year. So we're ready to add lots of jolly HoHoHo's and we're http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/12/happy-holidays.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-4094710970816510752Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:51:00 +00002009-11-30T07:53:10.423-06:00Management Recruiters of Wausau is now on Facebook. Become a fan of MRI-Wausau. See us there for updates and important information in the future.http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/11/now-on-facebook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-2757951232157309744Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:39:00 +00002009-11-22T09:44:36.057-06:00We've got allot to be thankful for. We've got great clients and candidates to work with. Our current staff is loyal and dedicated to finding the best talent for our clients. They are passionate about working with candidates and really listening to what they are looking for. Family and friends are there to support us in our efforts. We live in a wonderful caring community where we enjoy http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-4022305662286681015Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:28:00 +00002009-11-11T13:31:10.160-06:00Comments by Laurie Prochnow, Owner of Management Recruiters of Wausau included in the article Economist predicts slow job recoveryBy Brian Reisinger • Wausau Daily Herald • November 10, 2009The economy is recovering but jobs might not fully rebound for up to seven years, a leading national economist told a Wausau audience Monday.Martin Regalia, chief economist with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/11/economist-prediction-on-economy.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-4967563198778928913Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:49:00 +00002009-11-11T10:52:09.705-06:00Have you told a veteran today how much you appreciate their service to our country? Today's a good reminder to appreciate those individuals who so gantly protect us. I know I'm especially appreciative of all the freedoms we have available to us. Thank you veterans!http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/11/veterans-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-8932245718135465022Sat, 24 Oct 2009 15:11:00 +00002009-10-24T10:19:12.867-05:00BeverageFood IndustryConsumer ProductsWe are absolutely delighted to welcome Lori Smith to our team. Lori has over 14 years experience with Management Recruiters working in a variety of roles. She has previously recruited in the beverage, consumer products and food industry focusing on Senior Management Candidates. Her philosphy blends very well with the Wausau office in that she focuses on listening and understanding clients http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/10/new-staff-member-lori-smith.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-3464145956022033021Sat, 10 Oct 2009 14:24:00 +00002009-10-10T09:32:07.452-05:00LeadershipResumeOrganizationBeing involved in your community can be a really resume builder. We find especially in the banking sector they are looking for individuals involved in the community. Organizations like Rotary give you a opportunity to network with other business professionals at the same time supporting youth projects, polio eradication, and world peace. Taking a leadership or board position within these http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/10/community-involvement.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-3245039431442384611Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:53:00 +00002009-09-24T08:02:40.243-05:00TerminationLeaving a jobgiving noticeMaybe you've heard that saying "Don't burn any bridges". I believe that's a important strategy when you're leaving and changing employment situations. Saying negative comments about past companies, employees, or supervisors generally reflect more poorly upon you than the company or person you're tying to dice. Maybe you've also heard the saying "Take the high road". Take a positive approach http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/09/burning-bridges.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-4212881919089260769Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:27:00 +00002009-09-08T07:39:46.907-05:00I'm starting my 15th year of operation of Management Recruiters and it's a time of celebration and reflection. Surviving and thriving as a small business is extremely challenging especially in these uncertain economic conditions. The recruiting business has always been very cut throat and competitive. I'm looking forward to many more years of recruiting and impacting people's lives daily. I'mhttp://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/09/celebration-15-years.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-2837489767575022955Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:23:00 +00002009-08-04T07:25:52.267-05:00GolfbusinessWhat a great combination. We've enjoyed participating and sponsoring golf outing as a good way to do business. We recently completed the Wausau West Side Golf Outing and are looking forward to the Women's Chamber Golf Outing. What a great opportunity!http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/08/golfing-and-business.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-6536206597753006974Thu, 16 Jul 2009 13:16:00 +00002009-07-16T08:21:51.051-05:00This is in rembrance of my friend Cindy Kempf, of course she was a friend to everyone she meet. Her smile and enthusiasm for dancing was contagious. She will be greatly missed and it reminds us of how fragile life can be. Let's live life to it's fullest and cherish those who make our life meaningful.http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/07/rembrance.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-7960065805424118745Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:53:00 +00002009-07-02T07:55:07.603-05:00I'm reminded at this time of year how blessed we are to live in the US where we have so many freedoms and opportunities. What a great country we live in! Hope you enjoy the holiday!http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/07/happy-4th-of-july.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-5212272468463883143Tue, 12 May 2009 12:16:00 +00002009-05-12T07:18:29.617-05:00Join us in supporting the Wausau Heart Walk on Saturday May 16 at Marathon Park in Wausau. We've enjoyed supporting this group for many years and are looking forward to walking again on Saturday.http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/05/heart-walk.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-416430055978151597.post-8381815025071421958Fri, 24 Apr 2009 21:20:00 +00002009-04-24T16:26:02.936-05:00We received certification this week that we are once again in the President's Club for Management Recruiters International. The President's Club represents the top 25% of all MRI offices internationally. The Wausau office has been in the President's Club for 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2006. In 2004 they were in the President's Gold Club which is the top 10% of offices internationally.http://www.mriwausau.com/news/2009/04/presidents-club.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (LLP_MRWausau)0