“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31
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The late Larry Burkett, author and founder of Christian Financial Concepts, often said, “There are more things to buy than you’ll ever have money for.” We can view time in a similar way. There are more tasks, projects, and activities to do than there is time for us to do them.
So, what do we do? Think about in your life, what are the things making demands on your time? The list can be long. Work; family time; chores and responsibilities at home; kids activities; church and school functions; hobbies and interests such as reading, movies, and sports; exercising; social media; visiting friends and relatives; involvement with special projects; and the list goes on and on. Oh…and how about relaxing?
In our often self-inflicted busy worlds, is it any wonder we find ourselves trying to “multitask” to get things done or just to keep everyone happy? Soon we find out we aren’t making anyone happy. Why? Because when we multitask, no one is getting our 100% focus on what needs to be done. Multitasking leads to distraction. Distraction leads to loss of focus. Loss of focus leads to lack of detail. Lack of detail leads to poor quality of results in whatever it is we are to be doing. This leads to frustration in ourselves and in those around us – our family, co-workers, customers…whoever it is who is expecting our best efforts but is only getting the leftovers.
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Recently, I saw a young couple walking down the sidewalk with two kids, one about seven or eight and one in a stroller. The mom was walking about 10 feet in front of the stroller…focused on her cell phone. The oldest child was pushing the stroller, and the dad was about 10 feet behind the stroller, also focused on his cell phone. What a sad picture it was, but I thought, isn’t this a vivid example of our culture today where we often lose sight of the important things right in front of our eyes.
Start taking more time to focus on what is important to you. Use time blocking on your calendar to be purposeful to focus on that special project you need to get done at home or work, the special people in your life, or any important task at hand. Forget multi-tasking. Lock in and give that person or project your full attention and watch your relationships and your results start to improve.
Abe Lincoln said, “Whatever you are, be a good one.” We can tweak that and say, “Whatever you do, stay focused and do it well.” To do so, we have to train ourselves to focus on the task at hand, blot out distractions, and give whatever project or person we are dealing with our very best efforts and undivided attention.
To help you focus on becoming more productive and efficient in your life, see Chelbi’s article, The Myth of Multitasking, found elsewhere in this newsletter.
Current Open Career Opportunities
At AGRI-SEARCH, our staff is committed to bringing top-tier talent to our clients. Open positions change daily, but the need for quality people is constant in every successful business.
Highlighted below are some of our current open positions. If interested in having us assist you in landing talent for one of your positions, or if one of these opportunities looks attractive to you or someone you know, please contact us.
2074, Field Superintendent – Grain Construction, Illinois
A reputable, growing, and financially sound company that specializes in grain handling equipment design and installation is seeking a Field Superintendent in central Illinois. This is a new role within the company spurred by continual growth.
5843, Grain Operations Dual Role, Northern Illinois
Thriving Northern Illinois grain company is seeking a valued team member who wants to focus on grain operations while learning all aspects of the grain business (outside and in the office) and be a part of a very family-oriented atmosphere. This is an ideal situation for an operations candidate who would like to gradually flip-flop their career from outside to inside.
5839, Plant Manager, New Mexico
An established feed milling organization is seeking a Plant Manager who has the ability to grow and lead a team in New Mexico. Team leadership and grain operations is of utmost importance in this role. The ideal candidate for this role must have the ability to work independently in all production areas and develop creative ideas to improve efficiency of production and maintenance. Are you interested in taking the next step? Then this role is for you!
5841, Assistant Operations Manager, Southwest US
Tired of cold weather? A thriving grain company located in the southwestern U.S. is seeking a self-motivated Assistant Grain Operations Manager who “takes the bull by the horns” and will help motivate and supervise other grain personnel while making sure the day-to-day operations run smoothly.
7686, General Manager, Kentucky
A General Manager is needed for a family-owned seed company located in eastern Kentucky. This is a hands-on managerial role that involves a variety of tasks and responsibilities. The company operates across multiple locations in two states and serves customers in Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio. Their product line primarily includes legumes, grasses, and timothy, which are sold to farmers, commercial landscapers, and retail outlets.
6252, Director of Sales, Kansas
Historically successful and profitable multi-location Kansas feed company is seeking a Director of Sales to expand upon the strong foundation already in place and help build and carry out the vision for the future. For this company, feed is their priority and the sole focus of their business. They have great assets, great people, a wide range of customers in a large trade territory and are well positioned to continue to grow and be more successful. There is ample opportunity for growth and great resources to build the company up to take it to the next level.
4126, Senior Controller, Arizona
We’re partnering with a well-established, family-focused company in Southwest Arizona seeking a Senior Controller to join their growing farming operation. This is a unique chance to step into a senior management role, overseeing financial operations and contributing to a dynamic, agriculture-based business. If you have strong finance experience and are looking for a collaborative, team-oriented environment with room for personal and professional growth, this could be the perfect fit!
5847, Assistant Superintendent, Kansas
A well-established cooperative in Eastern Kansas is seeking their next Assistant Superintendent for two facilities. The company is very family-friendly and flexible with your personal life. Even during the busy season, they never work on Sundays.
5845, Grain Marketing Consultant, Northern Illinois
A reputable risk management company in northern Illinois is seeking an experienced Grain Marketing Consultant to join their growing team. This company prides itself on offering an excellent work-life balance for their team members while providing top notch service to their clients.
3951, Agronomy Location Manager, Michigan
A well-established agronomy retail agribusiness is seeking an Agronomy Location Manager to lead a key location for their team. This agronomy professional will be responsible for coordinating and managing all sales and operations at the location. This person must have a strong agronomy sales background, be able to lead other team members, and have the ability to communicate and exhibit strong initiative and confidence. This fantastic organization provides competitive compensation, a strong benefits package, and an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a beautiful area of Michigan.
1069, Customer Service Rep / Grain Equipment Sales, Remote
Expanding grain equipment company is seeking to strengthen their team by adding a dedicated and self-motivated Customer Service / Sales professional who desires to work remotely. You will utilize your industry experience and excellent people, telephone, and computer skills every day as you work with clients in the seed, grain, feed, and milling industries.
4125, Tax Partner, Arizona
Join a rapidly growing accounting firm as a Tax Partner, focusing on serving agricultural clients, including family farming businesses. This unique leadership role offers the chance to take over an established client base while building new relationships in the agricultural sector. Ideal for a CPA with strong business development skills, this position offers a fast track to equity partnership and an opportunity to shape the firm’s future.
Split Second Decisions
AGRI-SEARCH Featured Recruiter: Jim Fleming
Every day, we make countless decisions, ranging from routine choices to more complex ones. The decisions we make affect our daily lives, our work, our finances, our family, and friends and even our faith. Some of our decisions are made using a system of mental checks and balances and carefully weighing the outcome, while others are made without a second thought. However, it is the split-second decision that can have the greatest impact on our lives and the lives of others.
Our daily newsfeeds have numerous stories about people who made a split-second decision and reacted wrongly. People placed in “fight or flight” situations often make a decision that can cost them a relationship, a career, or even their freedom. This has happened to me. I found myself in situations where I acted impulsively. Emotions took over, and in hindsight, I could havetaken a step back, left to cool off, and reflected before reacting. Anger is an emotion that every human being has and each of us deals with it differently.
Anger, or lack of patience, happens at home, on the job, in the car, or standing in line at a restaurant. It can happen at anytime and anyplace. We need to learn what triggers our emotions and more importantly how we deal with them. Often, our reactions are influenced by how we’ve seen others manage themselves. Personally, I sometimes react with intensity, like how my family handled emotions. I can hold things in, but once pushed too far, I might react in ways I am not proud of. After these moments, I usually feel remorse and seek to make amends.
In our workplaces, we may encounter people with whom we don’t always see eye-to-eye. No workplace is utopia. What we need to do is to learn how to deal with individuals who may “push our buttons.” We must develop self-control mechanisms rather than react by instinct. We must use our emotional intelligence and empathy to communicate and diffuse those tense situations and finally identify what are healthy and unhealthy ways to manage anger.
Changing how we deal with our emotions is a process and does not happen overnight. Are you someone who has a tough time dealing with your emotions, or do you have someone in your life who struggles in this area? Either way, I encourage you to seek out resources or someone who can counsel you. Do not let a “split-second decision” affect your life forever. Face it head-on now and find healthy ways to handle those challenging moments.
The Myth of Multitasking
By: Chelbi Alt
In today’s fast-paced world, multitasking is often seen as a badge of honor too many of us “proudly” wear. Juggling multiple tasks at once might seem like the key to getting more done in less time, but research tells a different story. The truth is, multitasking can reduce your productivity, increase your stress levels, and lead to more errors in your work.
Over the last several weeks, our team has been reading the book The 12 Week Year, and after many of our weekly reviews we mention feeling “gut punched” or like “our toes have been stepped on” from the message. The book is truly quite simple as it discusses the concept of setting smaller, more achievable goals over a shorter period. This strategy provides a clear path to increased focus and prioritization, offering a more effective way to work rather than trying to manage everything at once, and reminding us we can’t be all things to all people.
Long story short, if you want to achieve more with less effort, it’s time to stop multitasking and start focusing.
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Connecting Quality People to Quality Companies is Our Passion
Our job as professional recruiters is to identify, attract, evaluate, and help our clients land top talent for their team. We are constantly working with quality individuals who are positioned for growth in their career and are open to or actively seeking to make a change.
If your team is seeking talent to make a positive difference in your ability to serve your customers, reach out to us and see if it is something we can assist you with.
Talented Candidates
Listed below are just a sampling of the talented candidates we have evaluated recently. If you would like to learn more about these or other candidates we have available, please contact us.
Grain Merchandisers, Originators and Traders who are diversely talented, passionate and looking for new challenges. Some desire to work remotely.
GM’s and CEO’s – we work with a variety of industry leaders seeking key management positions. Contact us about finding the right leader capable of taking your agricultural business to the next level.
Have You Ever Considered that Recruiting Could be Your Career Passion?
Do you have a wealth of industry knowledge, several years’ experience in the ag industry, and a network of peers you enjoy engaging with? Do you have the grit to not give up and stay true to the course, no matter how difficult it may be? Are you competitive and possess a strong sales mentality where every “no” is just one step closer to a “yes”?
If so, and you have a passion for connecting with and helping people to go along with your strong agricultural industry background in agronomy, grain, accounting, safety, or other areas, please contact Dave Allen. We would enjoy having a discussion with you about how a recruiting career may be a great fit for you.
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About AGRI-SEARCH
Founded in 1995, AGRI-SEARCH is a professional recruiting firm providing clients with customized recruiting solutions in various niches within the agricultural industry. Our success results from our industry focus, our specialized approach to recruiting, and our staff’s lifelong roots in, dedication to, and vast understanding and knowledge of the agricultural industry.
At AGRI-SEARCH, our mission states that we “are committed to serving the agricultural industry with integrity, passion and excellence by assisting our candidates to reach their career goals and helping our client companies build successful teams.”
