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title: Universal Blogs | Temporary Labour and Staffing | The Universal Group
description: Take a look at how temporary labour and staffing agencies can benefit your construction projects, events, and long-term goals.
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# Temporary Labour and Staffing Blog

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## [From a General Labourer to a Foreman All Thanks to M3 Personnel](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/from-a-general-labourer-to-a-foreman-all-thanks-to-m3-personnel)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Feb 10, 2020 9:00:00 AM

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My name is Danny Le and I've been fortunate enough to earn a position as a Labour Foreman. have been working on a large site now for about 4 months, all thanks to [M3 Personnel](https://www.theuniversalgroup.ca/ourservice/m3-personnel/) staff. I came to their Port Coquitlam office just over a year ago looking for general labour and their support has been so helpful.

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 Topics: [professional development](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/professional-development), [temporary labour](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/temporary-labour), [staffing](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/staffing), [temporary staffing](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/temporary-staffing), [construction](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/construction), [career](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/career), [jobs](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/jobs)

## [Why This Red Seal Carpenter Chooses M3 Personnel](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/why-this-red-seal-carpenter-chooses-m3-personnel)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Oct 10, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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My name is Peter Gallacher and I’m a longtime carpenter. I love carpentry and have honed my skills over time to achieve a Red Seal certification. But I don’t love handing out resumes and waiting for interviews so I sought out a staffing agency that could help me find work.

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## [6 Reasons to Hire Temporary Staff](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/6-reasons-to-hire-temporary-staff)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Sep 10, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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It wasn’t long ago that the term temporary staffing was synonymous with unskilled labour. But specialized skills and a preference for flexible work hours and environments has led many skilled workers into the world of temporary staff. Whether freelancers, gig workers, or temporary staff, these days, it’s not uncommon to seek out specific skills for the time you need them. Between these, temporary staff allows you to work with a staffing agency that counts on experienced recruiters to mediate between candidates and hiring managers to ensure the right fit. And that’s not all. Here are 6 more reasons to hire temporary staff:

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## [What to Expect at a Construction Job Interview](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/what-to-expect-at-a-construction-job-interview)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Apr 10, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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Headed to a construction job interview? The management team will want to know if they can trust you to get the job done. You can expect them to ask questions about your work ethic, dependability, and skills. Consider the information below to make sure you’re prepared.

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## [Tackling the Challenges of Temporary Staffing](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tackling-the-challenges-of-temporary-staffing)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Mar 30, 2019 9:00:00 AM

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On-demand labour is a fantastic resource for businesses. Whether dealing with staff shortages, increased productivity, or expanded services for special projects, a business can access the skills they need when they need them through short-term labour. Unfortunately, not all temporary staffing is the same. Using a reputable staffing agency is instrumental to success. Here are a few of the challenges of temporary staffing and how staffing agencies can help.

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## [Why Temporary Agencies are Perfect for Events](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/why-temporary-agencies-are-perfect-for-events)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Feb 14, 2018 1:00:00 PM

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It’s a busy Spring season and your annual client appreciation event is steadily approaching. On top of this, you have to start preparing for your annual staff party coming up in the Summer. You are juggling a peak period of growth in your company and might not have the time to hire staff for these events.

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## [How Does a Hospitality Staffing Agency Work?](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/how-does-a-hospitality-staffing-agency-work)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Jan 29, 2018 2:56:08 PM

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Hospitality agencies are field-specific temporary agencies that provide food, beverage and event-related support for your company. When considering a hospitality staffing agency for your next event, you might be curious about how these agencies operate. Here is the 6-step guide on the process of how hospitality temporary agencies will work with you to provide the best workforce for your events.  

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## [How to Choose the Right Temporary Labour Agency](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/how-to-choose-the-right-temporary-labour-agency)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Jan 18, 2018 11:11:14 AM

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When you consider hiring temporary employment in construction, you may decide to use a temporary labour agency to support this process. An agency can efficiently eliminate the hassle of recruitment, payroll and administrative burden and lets you focus on your project. Choosing the right temporary employment agency is critical to ensure your organization can ultimately benefit from temporary employment – but how do you know you are selecting the proper agency?

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 Topics: [temporary staffing](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/temporary-staffing), [construction](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/tag/construction)

## [Should My Company Hire Temporary Labour?](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/should-my-company-hire-temporary-labour)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Jan 3, 2018 12:00:00 PM

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Temporary employment has moved far beyond hiring secretarial and clerical work. Today, temporary workers come with a unique skill set from hospitality staff to construction labourers, and bring a wealth of skills and knowledge to your company.

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## [5 Things You Didn't Know About Temporary Employment Agencies](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/5-things-you-didnt-know-about-temporary-employment-agencies)

 Posted by [The Universal Group](https://info.theuniversalgroup.ca/m3personnel/author/the-universal-group) on Oct 23, 2017 2:02:09 PM

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Even the best laid-out plans don’t always work out. Life happens, and there’s nothing more unpredictable at work than scheduling your employees. From vacations to sick days and increases in demand, it is hard to plan how many people you will need and when. Staffing agencies can take away the stress and give you the right employees exactly when you need them.  

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