January 6th was the H2B deadline to submit for the 33,000 available spring spaces in 2020. Three times as many applications were received, with around 100,000 requests for workers. Now that the H2B Lottery for spring 2020 is closed, will you be one of the lucky ones this time around? If you don’t get approved, what […]
labor shortage
Why was Mobilize created?
Mobilize Jobs was created by adapting two national problems into one solution. Changes to foreign recruitment programs has left regional and industry-specific labor shortages nationwide, leaving us with a complex recruitment landscape. In addition, high levels of youth unemployment exist in pockets nationwide. However, getting permanent staff from across the country is not likely to […]
EMPLOYER WEBINAR VIDEO: Prep for 2019 Summer Labor Shortages Amidst Continuing H-2B Challenges
New On-Demand Webinar for Employers For 2019, we expect an even greater labor shortage across America – especially in remote and/or resort-focused regions. This combined with the customer service challenges of the usual high summer rush leaves employers like yourself short staffed in your busiest season. Plus, we’ll continue to face H-2B challenges that will […]
Seasonal staffing strategy #3: Use the right resources
So you’re looking to recruit motivated workers to staff up your business for the season. You’ve defined your experience and figured out what parts of the country to look in. Now how do you reach the people you want to recruit? Here’s a quick overview of available resources, with the pros and cons of each […]
Seasonal staffing strategy #2: Recruit from the right places
When you’re looking to hire motivated workers from other states, finding the right fit is key to attracting and retaining good people. Once you’ve defined your experience and identified the type of employee who is looking for that experience, the next step is to determine where to find them. So where are they? Well, that […]
Seasonal staffing strategy #1: Define the experience
Attracting motivated young workers from other states is the newest strategy for labor-starved businesses across the U.S. But how do you attract the right people – and motivate them to stay? This blog is the first in a series that outlines six recruitment and retention strategies for employers looking to hire motivated millennials. Attracting good-fit […]
