Welcome to the HarveStaff BUZZzzzz!
Dear HarveStaff Team,
Welcome to the latest edition of the HarveStaff BUZZzzzz! We have some exciting updates to share with you. In this edition, you’ll find:
✔ News Updates: Stay informed with the latest company news.
✔ Team Member Spotlights: Learn more about your colleagues.
✔ Insightful Blogs: Gain new perspectives and insights.
✔ Professional Growth Resources: Access tools and resources for your development.
Thank you for being a part of the HarveStaff BUZZzzzz family. Let's keep the buzz going!
Warm regards,
The HarveStaff Team
HarveStaff History
HarveStaff was established in 2016 by Celeste Glass to support the growing demand for staffing and recruitment services in the agricultural industry. As the founder and president, Celeste brought a wealth of industry experience and expertise to the business.
From its inception, HarveStaff focused on providing high-quality staffing and recruitment services to major agriculture growers across the United States and Canada. The company recognized the industry's unique needs and saw an opportunity to support its growth by providing a wide range of workforce solutions.
How to BEE a Great Employee!
BEE Productive, BEE on Time, BEE refreshed for work... Time Management Tips for a Productive Workday
Set Clear Goals: define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals to provide direction and focus for your tasks.
Prioritize Tasks: use techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix to categorize tasks into four quadrants: urgent and important, important but not urgent, urgent but not important, and neither urgent nor important. Focus on what truly matters.
Create a Daily Schedule: plan your day by allocating specific time blocks for tasks. Use tools like calendars or planners to stay organized and on track.
Use the Pomodoro Technique: break your work into intervals (e.g., 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break) to maintain concentration and prevent burnout.
Limit Distractions: identify common distractions and create strategies to minimize them, such as turning off notifications, setting designated times for checking emails, or using noise-canceling headphones.
Set Boundaries: establish clear boundaries for work and personal time. Communicate these boundaries with colleagues to maintain focus during work hours.
Learn to Say No: Recognize your limits and don’t take on more than you can handle. Politely declining additional tasks when your plate is full can help prevent overwhelm.
Review and Reflect: at the end of each day or week, review what you accomplished. Reflect on what worked well and what didn’t and adjust your strategies accordingly.
Use Technology Wisely: utilize apps and tools designed for time management, such as task managers, calendars, and productivity apps, to help stay organized.
Take Breaks: don’t forget to schedule regular breaks to recharge. Short breaks can enhance productivity and improve focus when you return to work.
By implementing these time management strategies, you can enhance your productivity, reduce stress, and create a more balanced workday.
Why Contractors Need to Add Time Promptly
For contractors, timely submission of hours worked is crucial. Delayed or inaccurate time entries can lead to several issues:
Payment Delays: Contractors might not be paid on time if their hours are not logged promptly at the end of each work week OR at least by Monday NOON. Managers review and approve or reject time entered every Tuesday.
Best Practices for Contractors
To ensure smooth and timely payments, contractors should adopt the following best practices:
Regular Updates: Log hours daily or weekly to avoid delays in approvals from managers.
Set Reminders: Use calendar reminders or app notifications to ensure you never forget to log your time.
Stay Organized: Keep detailed records of your tasks and hours worked to avoid discrepancies.
Conclusion
Efficient time tracking and payroll processing are critical for maintaining employee satisfaction and operational success. As your employer, we want to be able to pay for hours worked each week and need contractors to follow the above process to ensure that everyone gets paid.
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