Blog – The Larko Group

Hiring Freeze – Keep your Talent Acquisition Team Active

Hiring Freeze Keep your Talent Acquisition Team Active A hiring freeze does not imply your team should be at a standstill. There are several ways to stay productive, increase your brand awareness, and strengthen your position when the freeze is lifted. Revamp your Candidate Experience. Then the number one challenge in the job search process […]

How To Lead Your Team Through Difficult Times

HOW TO LEAD YOUR TEAM THROUGH DIFFICULT TIMES Unprecedented times. Unchartered territory. The new normal. Have you heard enough of this? If you haven’t, you may want to consider putting these phrases to rest. These are overly dramatic and overly used. Talk in terms of your business without labeling it. Keep your vision and messaging […]

Maternity Leave Assistant Office Manager

Location: West Loop; Industry: Consumer Goods A boutique, casual, close-knit office is in search of a temporary employee who can fulfill Assistant Office Manager duties, as their current employee is on maternity leave. You’ll be able to work in a bustling area of town and will have the flexibility to interview occasionally if you are […]

Executive Assistant

Confidential company, headquartered in downtown Chicago, is in search of an Executive Assistant who enjoys the excitement of working at the hub of a dynamic company and thrives in a challenging and exciting environment. RESPONSIBILITIES ● Keep executive(s) organized and on schedule, which includes maintaining daily calendars plus itineraries for travel and related off-site plans. […]

Senior Administrative Assistant

A global financial services firm in downtown Chicago is looking for a Senior Administrator to assist a team of executives. Duties will include domestic and international travel booking, scheduling and coordinating meetings, assisting with calendar management, handling correspondence, inputting data into Salesforce, and ad hoc projects as assigned. The ideal candidate has industry-related experience, at […]

How to make an Impact in your New Job

Starting a new job is both exciting and nerve-wracking, as well as an opportunity to make a great first impression. A smooth start during the first few weeks is about balance and managing expectations. Don’t look too far ahead, the goal is to learn about the job, your manager, and your team. If you follow […]

5 Best Questions to ask an Interviewee

We often look at the interview process through the eyes of a potential employee, encouraging them to do their research and be prepared, which we wholeheartedly agree with that sentiment. However, an interview is a two-way street and as an employer, it’s up to you to be prepared and ask questions that will help determine […]

TLG Workforce Planning Guide

For your Workforce Information Update. Before heading back to the office, provide a detailed update of any changes, expectations, guidelines and rules of the road for safety precautions Hours of Work. Break up your standard hours, split days in half, or work split schedules in the office and at home. Allow your staff the flexibility […]

Best Practices for Virtual Onboarding a New Employee

Onboarding is vital to the success of a new employee but is often overlooked. Statistics show that without a well-planned onboarding process – virtual or in office – a new hire can potentially leave within 45 days. As more and more companies are hiring and onboarding virtually, being organized, creative and inclusive of the entire […]

Executive Assistant to top Executive

A leading private equity firm located in the Loop is seeking a dynamic Executive Assistant to support a top executive. This leader is seeking a “right hand” to keep him on task and organized with his ever-changing schedule. Responsibilities Manage complex and frequently changing manual calendar, schedule, and meetings Coordinate and schedule international and domestic […]

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