From Cancer Recovery to a Job I’m Passionate About
Job Seeker Success Stories
From Cancer Recovery to a Job I’m Passionate About

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 […]

A Fresh Start with a Great Job Close to Home
Job Seeker Success Stories
A Fresh Start with a Great Job Close to Home

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 […]

From Stress to Success—Thanks, Verstela!
Job Seeker Success Stories
From Stress to Success—Thanks, Verstela!

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 […]

My New Job Gives Me the Stability and Balance I Need
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My New Job Gives Me the Stability and Balance I Need

  Finding the right job isn’t just about work—it’s about creating the foundation for the life you want. For Jonathan Foster, it meant finding the balance he needed to build a brighter future.  Here’s his story in his own words.  “I’d recently moved from Chicago and was looking for something new in the Bolingbrook area. […]

Verstela Found Me the Perfect Role to Share My Knowledge
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Verstela Found Me the Perfect Role to Share My Knowledge

  For Toma Fitzgerald, plumbing has always felt natural. Starting out at just 15, he was digging trenches and learning the trade, and by 17, he was already trusted to run his own truck. “Plumbing just always made sense to me,” Toma explained. “It felt right from the start.”  Over the years, Toma’s career evolved […]

A New Start in the U.S.—Made Possible by Verstela
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A New Start in the U.S.—Made Possible by Verstela

  Nasima Ruzi recently moved to the U.S. from Afghanistan with her brother and father, ready to start a new chapter in their lives. However, finding their first jobs in a new country wasn’t easy.  Here’s Nasima’s story.  “When we first arrived, we started looking for jobs right away, but it felt like every door […]

From Washington to Colorado—I Could Count on TERRA
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From Washington to Colorado—I Could Count on TERRA

Moving to a totally new area can be overwhelming, especially if you have to search for a new job.   But Alonzo Curtis was more than happy to move long-distance if it meant being with his family. And he knew he had resources to help him find employment.  We’ll let Alonzo share his story.  My wife and […]

TERRA Helped Me Rebuild My Career—And My Life
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TERRA Helped Me Rebuild My Career—And My Life

  Monica McCrady rejoined the workforce after over 20 years. Finding a new job wasn’t easy, but she didn’t give up and kept pushing forward.  We’ll let Monica share her story. My marriage was coming to an abrupt end. My ex-husband and I were together for over 25 years, and it got to a point […]

We Were Looking for Great Jobs—And Found Each Other
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We Were Looking for Great Jobs—And Found Each Other

Typically, when people reach out to a staffing group for some support in finding a job, they don’t expect to find love.   But that’s what happened for Ed and Dawn.   They met as coworkers on a temp assignment in June 2022, and when their employer relocated out-of-state, they decided to keep in touch.  And now…they’re […]

I Found a Great Job That Utilizes My Creative Background
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I Found a Great Job That Utilizes My Creative Background

Ukuu Oden is a man of many talents. He’s a voice actor, professional painter, well-versed in screen-printing, he has his own podcast—he can do a lot. For most of his life, that’s how he made a living.  But after a chain of unfortunate events, Ukuu had to look for a “regular” job in order to […]

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