Someone may look impressive on paper, but still not be a good fit. How many times have you hired someone, only to realize three months later that you may have missed a few things during the interview process? With that in mind, many staffing agencies in Seattle, WA and across the country have put stock […]
Networking is more than just collecting business cards. The more authentic a connection you make with someone, the more you’re likely to want to help them and get to know them more – and vice versa. Try out these tips at your next networking event. Go for quality over quantity then watch your network strengthen […]
With the start of summer comes another beginning for many across the country – their first professional job hunt. And, this doesn’t just mean opportunities for recent grads, but also employers. Hiring a recent grad can be good for the bottom line, with the bonus of adding an enthusiastic team member looking to prove themselves. […]
Networking is important. In fact, by some estimates, networking helps as many as 85% of job applicants land their next role. Yet, for many of us, our networking skills and network just happen. It grows organically through our friends, school connections, work colleagues, or the occasional contact from an event. However, networks grown more naturally […]
In less than ten seconds, a hiring manager will decide whether to keep reading your resume or move on to the next. These resume tips can help your resume stand out, get you in the door for that coveted interview, and hopefully land the position! As Team Red Dog’s staffing specialist, Vicki Bartelt, told an […]
What Freelancing Is Like Comparing the advantages of freelancing versus traditional work is largely a question of values. For those who prize freedom and flexibility, freelancing comes with a multitude of benefits. For those who desire consistency in work, expectations, and pay, traditional full-time employment can be the right choice. Freelancers get ownership over […]
The Drivers of the Gig Economy A shift in prioritizing values, paired with evolving technology, have been major drivers of the gig economy’s growth. Instead of devoting their entire life to a company, people want to achieve a better balance between work and home. A balance that still allows them to get their work done, […]
Why Everyone Is Talking About the Gig Economy At its current pace, the gig economy could become most of the workforce by 2027 – that’s in less than a decade! Whether you participate in the gig economy yet or not, it’s here to stay and could provide a valuable opportunity down the line. Gig work […]
The gig economy represents a nontraditional, alternative way of working and it’s growing – fast. This freelance workforce is growing three times faster than the US workforce overall. Gig work is more than just driving for Uber or Bite Squad deliveries. Gig workers, or freelancers, are those who engage in supplemental, temporary, and project or […]
Glassdoor recently released their annual jobs report revealing 2018’s ’50 Best Jobs in America.’ The report highlights the 50 best jobs in America based on Glassdoor’s Job Score criteria. The Glassdoor Job Score is determined by weighing three key factors equally: earning potential based on median annual base salary, job satisfaction rating, and number of […]