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The transition from outside to in: Why social skills are critical for temporary agency workers

Human Resource Management International Digest

ISSN: 0967-0734

Article publication date: 15 May 2018

Issue publication date: 12 June 2018

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Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Barriers typically exist between temporary agency workers and core employees at client organizations. A focus on improving the social skills of temps can help better integrate them into the firm and boost their prospects of securing a permanent position.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent, information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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Citation

(2018), "The transition from outside to in: Why social skills are critical for temporary agency workers", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 26 No. 3, pp. 23-25. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-03-2018-0054

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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