To get what you want in life you sometimes need to leave “safe” behind and take a chance on the unknown. That’s what James Yochim did. In spring of this year, James decided to leave his construction job. “The work conditions were just too much for me,” James shared. He was suffering from over-exhaustion and was …
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Meagan Dew graduated from Washington State University in 2018. Like most recent graduates, she was on the search for a job. “Before I graduated, I had really just been working seasonal retail jobs,” Meagan shared. She had majored in business, and was eager to find something in her field of study. But it turned out …
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No matter where you’re at in life, a job interview can be a nerve-racking event. Whether you’re light on experience, looking to switch careers, rejoining the workforce, or shooting for your dream job interviewing is something most people don’t do often so it never becomes “easy.” We’ve put together a list of “insider tips” of …
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Dawn Wyatt was used to working temporary jobs. She’d done everything from working at a theme park to production work. These jobs were always enough for her. Until, one day, she decided she wanted more. “I’d been working oddball jobs for a few years, but I got to the point where I wanted to buy …
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Vincent Martinez was preparing for a big life change. After spending his whole life in Western Washington, and establishing a successful career there, he was planning to move to Idaho. He’d developed a strong background in forklift operation and construction and was working as a warehouse lead for a local fulfillment company. Though it was …
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Job seekers sometimes struggle with what details they should (or shouldn’t) tell their recruiter. While honesty is important, you don’t want to overshare. After all, some things are better left unsaid. If you’re unsure about what information you should disclose during your staffing agency interview, we can help. Here are 3 things you should always …
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It’s a common conception that staffing agencies are a waste of time. And, sadly, the industry has done a lot to contribute to that belief. So, it’s really no surprise that people hesitate to partner with a staffing agency on their job search. After all, who wants to work with a company, or for an …
Interested in moving to Portland, OR? We don’t blame you. With its thousands of acres of parks, gorgeous mountain views, and breathtaking coast, Oregon is bound to entice. Or maybe it’s the foodie culture, the hipsters, the bookstores, or the quirkiness that draws you to the friendly, green city of Portland. Regardless of the reason …
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Sonya Buckingham was a single mom raising three kids. For eight years, she and her family resided in Georgia, where she worked as a cab driver. Deciding it was time for a change, they relocated to Washington State. Finding a job proved to be difficult. “Walking in to companies and trying to find a job …
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The right job can unlock something that you didn’t even know you were passionate about. That’s what happened to Erika Hillman. We’ll let her share her story. Back in 2021, I was living in Florida where I worked at Disney World in a few different roles. I worked in a restaurant as a Hostess, I …
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