The weather may be cold, but you can still keep your skills “hot” in this fast-paced, tech-savvy job market that we’re in. As a Seattle-area staffing company with over 17 years’ experience, staying up to speed on the latest skill trends is second nature. Read on to find out what professional skills will make you […]
With Glassdoor’s recent 2019 ‘50 Best Jobs in America’ report revealed, now is the time to see if your job made the list and which roles to keep your eye on. We took these ‘50 Best Jobs in America’ and found how they compare in Seattle. It’s mostly good news – there are many openings […]
The search for qualified talent often turns up candidates with similar backgrounds, who may look a lot like the person who is hiring. This doesn’t mean other qualified (and, yes, diverse) individuals aren’t out there – they are! But it often takes deliberate action to ensure you reach professionals who might be outside your hiring […]
So you got the call and have an interview lined up? Great, now it’s time to nail that interview! Think of an interview like school: A phone interview is the quiz, while an in-person interview is the final exam. You would still study for both, but there are differences in what makes a successful interview […]
Even the most competent professionals often have one or two resume negatives that could raise an eyebrow. The trick is to realize what areas may raise a red flag and to customize your resume to overcome potential resume pitfalls. As a Seattle-area staffing agency, we analyze resumes a lot! Here are some guidelines straight from […]
Good culture is good business. The benefits of a positive culture include higher productivity, job satisfaction, and strong retention. It’s more than an open keg on Fridays; it’s a focus on employee wellness and growth that goes beyond the day-to-day deliverables to create a happy, stable team. Creating a positive business culture can start small, […]
Creating a great resume is as much art as it is science. Here are answers to five common questions that job seekers have about writing the perfect resume. 1. How can I tailor my resume to the job I’m applying for? Having a master resume that encompasses all your experience and skills is considered a […]
Hiring mistakes happen every day in every business. Whether the new hire just doesn’t quite fit in with the office dynamic or they exaggerated some core skills, it is important to recognize the subtler ways a poor hiring decision can negatively impact your company. Ultimately, a bad hiring decision costs more than the time spent […]
That sinking feeling when you realize your new hire may be falling far below your expectations is disappointing to say the least. While the new resource seemed so competent and charismatic initially, now you’re getting sub-par performance reports and the impression that they’re just not quite fitting in and maybe rubbing some of your other […]
Ever feel like your hiring comes down to your gut instincts about a candidate? Then perhaps it’s time to adjust your hiring process. While gut responses can be life-saving in certain situations, they can also lead to snap judgments. They can be influenced by subconscious bias and give charismatic candidates an edge when other, less […]