Placement strategies

I spoke at a staff meeting for Careerlink staff on strategies for increasing placement successes. Can the person perform the job is the most popular concern. Many jobs require multitasking and include physical requirements of stocking the shelves from items in the back room. I explained the benefits of using a salesbook- a small binder with information on the agency photos of consumers working in the community testimonials from other employers, and information on the benefits of hiring. I think inviting employers to charity events may lead to jobs also. The most meaningful idea is offering a general overview of hiring disabled employers even if they are not hiring. One never knows when an opening arises, if a good relationship starts who knows what can happen. These types of informational interviews should be explored.