Author: Guest Author

Building a Workforce with a Competitive Edge – It’s All About the “Gig”

by Guest Author | August 31, 2018

0 Temporary and Contract Staffing, What's New in Staffing?

The new world of work is all about the gig. Sign up now for our next INSIGHTS WEBINAR on this topic! … Read More »

Great Job Postings in the Age of “Googlization”

by Guest Author | April 4, 2018

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, RECRUITING/CANDIDATE SOURCING get connected

In a tight labor market, writing job postings that actually attract the talent you need requires some finesse and digital savvy. Here's some basics that are important to success! … Read More »

FIVE Interview Questions You Need to Nail….

by Guest Author | December 4, 2017

0 For Customer Service.Call Center Pros, INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS, Interviewing How Tos Interviewing Tips, Job Seekers, JS Bright Ideas

Are you getting ready to interview for a job in service or a call center and want to know more about how to put your best foot forward?  Here are the questions you need to get ready to answer.    … Read More »

Top 10 Interview DONT’S  

by Guest Author | November 14, 2017

0 INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS, Interviewing How Tos JS Bright Ideas

In our recent blog on Interview DO’S, we listed the top 10 things you SHOULD DO...This is a follow up on that blog focused on INTERVIEW DONT’S.  Find out here what NOT to do. … Read More »

Top 10 Interview DO’s

by Guest Author | November 3, 2017

1 INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS, Interviewing How Tos JS Bright Ideas

When its time to interview with one of our clients, check out these INTERVIEW DO'S! … Read More »

Do Virtual Teams Produce More? Have Less Conflict?

by Guest Author | October 10, 2017

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, Management.Supervision

If you'd like to learn more about how to manage virtual teams, join us at our next one-hour, complimentary webinar, Virtual Leadership: Calibrate, Collaborate, and Celebrate, Thursday, November 16th … Read More »

Young, Old, and In Between – Northwest Employers Embrace Generational Diversity!

by Guest Author | August 15, 2017

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, Management.Supervision, Temporary and Contract Staffing, What's New in Staffing?

The Northwest is often looked at as the mecca of diversity but managing multiple generations in the workplace can be tricky. … Read More »

The “Perfect” Resume DOES ITS JOB!

by Guest Author | July 18, 2017

0 INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS, Job Search - Ideas.Tips.Advice, Resume How Tos JS Bright Ideas

From my perch a resume is “perfect” only to the extent that it does its job – i.e. it gets its owner an interview. … Read More »

* New Careers for BI-LINGUAL Candidates with Northwest Service Companies!

by Guest Author | June 2, 2016

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS

Whether its parlez-vous francais or habla espanol, Pacific Northwest companies are looking for bilingual employees! … Read More »

PACE Celebrates Working Moms

by Guest Author | May 19, 2016

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Please join the PACE Staffing Network team in celebration of working moms in our area! … Read More »

How Many Employees are Available to Hire NOW?

by Guest Author | April 11, 2016

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, What's New in Staffing?

How much do you know about the local talent marketplace? How many employees with the skills you need are available in the local marketplace? How many and what kind of employers are looking for the same kind of employees? Who is competing against you for the available talent? How much are your competitors paying for these employees? We suspect you’d like to know… … Read More »

Question from a New Supervisor…

by Guest Author | February 25, 2016

0 For Customer Service.Call Center Pros, INFO/RESOURCES - FOR JOB SEEKERS JS Bright Ideas

Question: I’ve Been promoted to supervisor at my call center job. How can I be successful in this role? We’re Glad You Asked PACE! Congratulations! You’ve obviously done what it takes to master the CSR role which is what got you noticed for promotion. … Read More »

Hiring Will Increase, Including More Temps, in 2016!

by Guest Author | February 23, 2016

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, What's New in Staffing?

According to a recent study by a leading job board, Career Builder, US employers will be turning towards flexible workers at a slightly higher rate in 2016 than they did in 2015. … Read More »

Solutions for Dysfunctional Teams

by Guest Author | December 3, 2015

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, Management.Supervision

Question: I have a cross-functional team of very competent employees that used to be effective, but recently they seem to have lost their way. What’s going on and is there something that I can do to help get them back on track? … Read More »

A Year Looking on the Bright Side

by Guest Author | December 3, 2015

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We all have the best intentions on January 1st—making resolutions to eat healthier or workout more or get more sleep. What if you made a resolution to live more gratefully? That’s the goal Janice Kaplan set for herself in her New York Times bestselling book, The Gratitude Diaries. … Read More »

What’s in a Name? 5 New Titles to Replace HR

by Guest Author | November 4, 2015

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, What's New in Staffing?

HR roles are drastically different from what they were even 10 years ago, thanks to remote workforces, digitally savvy job applicants, and constant connectivity. … Read More »

Employee Behavior Outside of Work: What Can I Do?

by Guest Author | November 4, 2015

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION

Employees have come to me upset because a group of employees got “a little crazy” at a recent industry conference. Can I talk with them about their behavior? … Read More »

You Need an Employee Commitment Strategy

by Guest Author | November 3, 2015

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION, What's New in Staffing?

In developing an employee commitment strategy, you will not only be able to gauge but also increase commitment levels and ensure the long term commitment of your employees to your organization. … Read More »

* Employee Perks Attract Talent – They Don’t Keep It

by Guest Author | October 14, 2015

0 HIRING. EMPLOYEE SELECTION

We have moved into a new era of employee benefits. While traditional benefits such as healthcare, PTO, and retirement matching are expected, employee perks like on-site free food, gyms, and massages are becoming increasingly attractive to job seekers. … Read More »

* Three Entrepreneurial Tips to Make Your Company More Nimble

by Guest Author | August 11, 2015

0 Human Resource Roles employers, entrepreneurs, tips

instead of abandoning your employer, consider how you could take a page out of an entrepreneurial playbook and inject new energy into your organization. … Read More »