I’m Jeanne Knutzen, the founder and CEO of PACE Staffing Network. I hope you’ll take time to browse our website and check out all the resources we’ve put together to help you with your next hiring, staffing, or job hunting challenge!
Having Trouble Navigating a Very Changed Local Job Market in the Post-COVID BUILD BACK?
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Just getting started? And not quite sure a staffing agency is the right solution for you? Or wondering what kind of staffing agency is the best fit for your needs? Here’s an overview of the staffing industry and services available in the local marketplace.
Here’s WHAT’S HAPPENING in the Local Job Market. The Latest News. Trends. Insights.
The “Temp to Hire” Audition – A Great Way for Northwest Job Seekers to Find that “Just Right Job”
Temp to Hire auditions are great ways for job seekers to go to work quickly plus check out an employer as a place to work!
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Are You Ready to Embrace Flexibility When It Comes to Staffing?
How ready are you to embrace the fiexible staffing strategies that will become increasingly popular during the Build Back?
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Northwest Employers Will Need a Staffing Partner More than Ever! Here’s Why……
The right staffing partner can provide a range of staffing options designed to solve common challenges hiring managers are faced with each day!
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Flexible Staffing Strategies – What Are They? Why You Need Them Now!
Using flexible staffing strategies will be key for Northwest employers during the post covid BUILD BACK. Here’s why….
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6 Ways the “Temp to Hire” Recruiting Model Saves $$$$!
There are many reasons why the “temp to hire” recruiting model has remained popular in all economic environments. An opportunity to cut costs is one of them!
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TEMP to HIRE Staffing Models – Northwest Style!
Northwest employers have used many versions of the temp to hire staffing model. Here’s an overview of your options.
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If You’re Ready to BUILD BACK, We’re Ready to HELP!
To help our business community BUILD BACK BETTER….PACE Staffing Network is offering signficant discounts on temporary staffing bill rates between now and end of JUNE. Help us put our talented workforce back to work!
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Our Best Guess Re: What the BUILD BACK Period Will Look Like for Northwest Employers and Job Seekers!
From a staffing and workforce strategy perspective there are a few things we want our readers to know about what we see happening in the local job market and what we think will drive some changes in that job market over the next 6 months.
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How to Select the Right Staffing Partner for Your Business!
Here’s some things to think about before you select your staffing agency partner?
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INTRODUCING R3. A NEW Way for Small and Medium Sized Employers to Access WORLD CLASS Recruiting Support
PACE is introducing a new way for employers to tap into their agency grade recruiting services, using an on demand, by the hour pricing model – perfect for small to medium sized companies!
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Important Info for Our Employer Partners
As the pandemic nature of the Coronavirus becomes real, we wanted to quickly share our approach to support your business needs while protecting the safety and well being of our employees working at your facility.
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We Couldn’t Be More Grateful….
We couldn’t be more grateful or excited to share the exciting news that PACE has won our 4th consecutive ClearlyRated Best of Staffing award!
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Staffing Trends for Northwest Employers – 2020 Style!
The year ahead brings political and economic uncertainties while younger generations are entering the workforce – what does all this mean for staffing, recruiting, hiring and employee retention?
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Is Employee Turnover Threatening Your Call Center’s Success?
With a turnover rate that is more than double than that of all other occupations, LOCAL CALL CENTERS struggle TO maintaining a reliable workforce. Here are some tips for retaining your best call center reps…..
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The New Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave Goes Into Effect January 1…
Starting Jan,2020, the State of Washington pays employees for up to 12 weeks of “leave” following the birth of a child (Mom or Dad) and/or a serious injury or illness. You will be impacted. Plan ahead to use more temporary staffing!
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Despite the Tight Candidate Market, Northwest Employers Still Need to Pay Attention to Red Flags!
Coping with a tight job market and high levels of employee turnover, employers and hiring managers are now reevaluating their candidate screening processes, here are the ‘red flags’ that you could be missing!
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Suffering from Turnover? Who You Hire and Why Matters!
For Northwest Employers, the reasons an employee decides to take your job offer, may be the same reasons that later causes them to leave. The solution may lie in your hiring process.
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New Federal OVERTIME RULES May Change Who You Pay What!
Our CEO, Jeanne Knutzen, has assembled the latest news surrounding the Department of Labor’s announcement of new policies regarding overtime and the salary level threshold for tax exempt workers and what this will mean for employers
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Washington State’s New Ban on Salary History Rules Brings CHANGE to Washington Employers!
On July 28, 2019, Washington State joined 17 other states in enacting the Ban on Salary History rule. Washington employers and hiring managers may need to change their interview processes.
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Hiring for Talent (not just skills or experience) Can Become a Competitive Advantage!
Finding candidates with talent (not just skills or experience) is a great way for companies to compete in a TIGHT local marketplace!
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What Happens When You Take Too Long to Hire in the Local Marketplace?
In today’s marketplace there are costs attached to taking too much time in the hiring process. Here’s why…….
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Ghosting Isn’t Just for Halloween….Its a Local Phenom!
If you’re a recruiter or have been hiring in today’s candidate market. Chances are you”ve been ghosted. Here’s how to prevent “ghosting.”
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New Graduates Have Lots of Choices in Our Local Job Market!
There are lots of ways for new college grads to use a staffing agency to start their careers!
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What You Need to Know about the Local Job and Employment Market – 2019!
Check out the staffing, recruiting, and retention trends likely to impact local employers in the coming year!
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Another Increase in Minimum Wage…….
….goes into effect in 2019! With special requirements for Seattle, SeaTac and Tacoma employers.
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Learn HOW Temporary and Contract Workers Can Make a Difference!
As the “gig” economy picks up steam, finding smart ways to utilize short term or interim employees is a business necessity.
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Washington Employers Face New Paid Time Off Requirements…
Are Your Temporary Employees Subject to Washington State’s New Mandatory Paid Time Off Policies? The short answer is yes. And this article has the details about the new law and how it will impact you!
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Check Out Our INSIGHT WEBINARS!
We are excited to announce the quarterly Insights Webinar Series beginning September 19th at 10 AM PDT.
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Job Auditions are at an All Time High!
“Temp to hire” and “try before you buy” staffing models are proving to be one of the local area’s most popular ways for employers to recruit and hire the right employees.
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How to Know if you are Working with the RIGHT Recruiter!
We know how important the hiring/recruiting process has become. And it all starts with selecting the RIGHT RECRUITER or RECRUITING ORGANIZATION
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Admins are Filling BIG SHOES in our Local Marketplace!
Today, the requests we get for Administrative Assistant or Executive Assistant roles are just as detailed as any request for someone to fill a professional or managerial role.
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Local Employment News. Trends. Hiring How Tos! Delivered Up Close and Personal!
Receive free tips and ideas on how to make better hiring decisions, and the strategies behind smart staffing.
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* JOB AUDITIONS ARE HUGELY POPULAR IN THE LOCAL JOB MARKET!
…and these “temp to hire”, “try before you buy” staffing models are proving to be one of the local area’s most popular ways for employers to recruit and hire the right employees.
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