Most businesses and their employees agree that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), is an important workplace issue that needs to be addressed. In fact, a recent Glassdoor study showed that 76% of employees and job seekers care about a diverse workforce when evaluating companies and jobs. Yet, another study run by Deloitte, showed that while […]
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After working in a Bellingham hardware store for 15 years, Deborah Mitchell decided it was time for a change. So in June of 2020, she relocated to Tacoma. “When I got the opportunity to move down to Tacoma, I jumped on it. I moved in with friends and helped out with housework as well as […]
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Thinking about working with a staffing agency and not sure what to expect during your interview? You’re not alone. That’s because staffing agency interviews are slightly different from traditional job interviews. Their goal isn’t to evaluate if you’re a good fit for a specific position. Rather, recruiters want to determine whether they can help provide […]
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If you’re looking for work in a field that offers on-the-job training and lots of room to grow, why not consider a warehouse career? There are many reasons why warehouse work can be a good career move. Among other things, these jobs offer flexibility, variety and lots of opportunities for growth. Still, you might have […]
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If you work in human resources (HR), you’ve heard stories about job candidates who give up on the process. Maybe they blow an interview, decline a good offer, or even fail to show up for their first day of work. The general labor shortage probably explains why it now takes 82% longer to fill open […]
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From a labor and human resources (HR) perspective, the news is grim: the country’s manufacturing skills gap is projected to leave 2.1 million U.S. jobs unfilled. According to the latest data, costs to the economy could reach $1 trillion. U.S. factories are in desperate need of a reliable workforce, but workers are not applying. What […]
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A new law in Washington State calls upon staffing companies to team up with their customers to ensure temporary workers are trained to deal with specific hazards they will face on the job. New Law Takes Effect July 25, 2021 The law, SHB 1206, which takes effect July 25, 2021, requires staffing companies to ask […]
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Workplace change can be really hard for employees to cope with. In fact, in a recent survey, the American Psychological Association showed that workers undergoing current or recent workplace change were far more likely to experience chronic stress and suffer health issues. In turn, they were also more inclined to distrust their managers and resist […]
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Considering temporary work but on the fence? You’re not alone. There are a lot varying opinions out there on whether or not temping is a good idea. Some people look down on temporary work, while others consider it to be a great solution and alternative to unemployment. And some even prefer temp work to long-term […]
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Over the last few years, corporate leaders have come to rely more and more on digital channels to interact with their employees. In fact, a PoliteMail study showed a 72% increase in corporate emails from 2019 to 2020. With so many emails flooding people’s inboxes daily, it’s becoming harder and harder for employers to ensure […]
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