There’s a lot of fear, confusion, and second-guessing around DEI efforts right now—and HR teams are stuck navigating it all. The legal landscape is shifting, the headlines are loud, and everyone seems to have a different opinion on what’s allowed. In a recent HR HotSpot webinar, employment attorney Aaron Goldstein, a partner at Dorsey & […]
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EVERETT, WA —February 3, 2025 – Verstela, a leading staffing agency, announced today that they have won the Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10 Year Diamond Awards for providing superior service to their clients and candidates for at least 10 consecutive years. ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Award winners have proven to be industry […]
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The latest jobs report details a decline in job growth and a slight drop in unemployment to start the new year. Takeaways include: 143,000 jobs were added in January Unemployment decreased from 4.1% to 4% Workforce participation remained unchanged at 62.6% Wage growth increased by 0.5% month-over-month Here’s what these trends mean for employers and […]
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Congratulations to Branch Manager Joel Mathieson and his team in Beaverton, OR, for being named Verstela’s Branch of the Quarter for Q4 and Branch of the Year for 2024. The awards, based on achieving sales, quality, profitability, and service delivery targets, were given at the company’s Quarterly Business Development meeting, held virtually on Thursday, February […]
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Life took an unexpected turn for Jason Smith when he was diagnosed with cancer. After undergoing surgery and focusing on his recovery, he knew it was time to return to work. We’ll let Jason share his story: “I had been working as a receiver—a job I got through Verstela—but when I needed to step away […]
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The latest jobs report provides a snapshot of how 2024 came to a close, highlighting key labor market trends. Takeaways include: 256,000 jobs were added in December Unemployment decreased from 4.2% in November to 4.1% in December—and has remained either 4.1% or 4.2% for the last 7 months Workforce participation remained unchanged at 62.5% […]
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Political tensions aren’t just playing out on the news or in social media—they’re showing up in the breakroom, on the production floor, and in Teams chats. For HR, the challenge isn’t just about managing conflict—it’s about protecting culture, navigating risk, and knowing where the legal lines are. In a recent HR HotSpot webinar, employment attorney […]
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After spending five years working at a restaurant, Kira Dowty was ready for a change. While her time there had been meaningful — it’s where she met her husband — the job no longer provided the growth or benefits she needed. Here’s how Kira found a great role. “I was in a tough spot. I’d been […]
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The latest jobs report revealed a rebound in job growth for November. However, job growth varied across industries, and hiring trends reflect a cautious approach from employers. Here are some of the key takeaways: 227,000 jobs were added in November Unemployment inched up from 4.1% in October to 4.2% in November Workforce participation dipped slightly […]
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Rey Chhorn was determined to find a job that was more than just a paycheck. He wanted a workplace where he felt valued and free to be himself. Here’s how Rey discovered the perfect role for him. “After a difficult work experience, I took some time to regroup and reset. I told myself that my […]
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