Central PA Hiring Trends in Spring 2025: What’s Happening in IT, Finance, Administration & Data Processing

The job market in Central Pennsylvania remains dynamic as we enter spring 2025. With low unemployment rates and a rebounding economy, the demand for talent in key sectors such as IT, finance, administrative support, and data processing continues to grow. At Abel Personnel, we are closely monitoring these trends and positioning ourselves as a trusted […]

Unveiling Hiring Deceptions: Detecting and Preventing Candidate Misrepresentation in the Modern Job Market

In today’s competitive job market, candidates are finding creative ways to stand out, but some of these ways are dishonest. These tactics can lead to costly hiring mistakes. According to a CareerBuilder survey, 75% of employers have hired the wrong person for a position, with an average cost of $15,000 per bad hire. The impact […]

When to Turn Down a Job Offer: 8 Reasons Why Saying No Can Benefit Your Career

In a competitive job market, it’s easy to feel pressure to accept any offer that comes your way—especially if your search has been long or financially stressful. But learning to say “no” when a role doesn’t align with your needs can be one of the smartest career moves you make. It doesn’t make you ungrateful […]

Exposing the “Skeletons in Your Closet” to Your Recruiter: A Candidate’s Guide

We all have a past. Whether it’s a career misstep, a gap in employment, or an unfortunate social media post, these “skeletons in your closet” can weigh on your mind during a job search. The good news is that recruiters are not here to judge you—they’re here to help you. By being open and honest, […]

Unmasking the Perfect Candidate: How Abel Personnel Matches Talent with Opportunity This Fall

As the air turns crisp and the leaves shift to rich autumn hues, Halloween reminds us of the fun in dressing up and becoming something new, if only for a night. But in the world of staffing and recruitment, there’s no room for tricks or disguises. Instead, it’s about revealing the real, unmasked potential behind […]

9 Essential Soft Skills for College Students: Boost Your Career Prospects

At Abel Personnel, we’ve been connecting candidates with top employers for 55 years. Our experience has shown us that while your degree and technical skills are essential, it’s often your soft skills that set you apart in the job market. These skills—like communication, emotional intelligence, and teamwork—are highly sought after by employers across industries. College […]

Effortless Talent Acquisition: Abel Personnel’s Guide for Hiring Managers

As a hiring manager, you face the daunting task of balancing your daily responsibilities with the critical need to fill key positions within your team. Reviewing resumes, screening candidates, and conducting interviews can be time-consuming and overwhelming. At Abel Personnel, we understand these challenges and are dedicated to alleviating them by providing comprehensive staffing solutions […]

Why Your Resume Is Your Most Powerful Job Search Tool

In the competitive job market of 2024, your resume is more than just a list of your professional experiences and qualifications. It’s your most potent job search tool, acting as the key to unlocking potential career opportunities. Let’s explore why your resume is so important and how you can optimize it to serve as an […]

Unlocking Your Career Potential: How Staffing Firms Empower Job Seekers

Feeling adrift in a sea of job postings? Landing the perfect opportunity in today’s job market can be a challenge. In 2024, job seekers are making a power move: turning to staffing firms. Staffing firms are no longer just about temporary placements. They’ve become strategic partners. Staffing firms offer a targeted approach to help you […]

Strategic Staffing Solutions: Unlock Your Company’s Potential

Today’s business world is ever-changing. Companies are always looking for ways to improve their workforce and gain a competitive edge. Building a strong, productive team is crucial for success, but it can be a challenging task. That’s where we step in. For over half a century, Abel Personnel has been a go-to partner for companies […]