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NW Staffing is Named #4 in Oregon’s 100 Best!
You may heard that we were named in the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon for 2019. But, what you might not know is that we were voted #4 in the Small Business Category!
We are so proud to have staff that believe in our mission and vision and we strive to create a …
4 Ways to Make Your Resume Stand Out
Your resume is likely the first impression potential employers will see as you go through the job search process. Just like your interview outfit, your resume can speak volumes before you even get a word in. Did you wash and iron your interview outfit? Or, did you wake up late and throw on the cleanest …
Interview with NW Staffing Former General Manager
I sat down with former NW Staffing General Manager, Molly Kalomiris to chat about the legacy of NW Staffing Resources. I hope you’ll find the history and legacy of this company as delightful as I did!
Molly, what has your role been within the company, and how long were you with NW Staffing. Tell me the …
NW Staffing Awarded 100 Best Company to work for in Oregon 2019
Once again, we are honored to join the other 99 amazing companies to round out the 100 Best Companies to work for in 2019. Please join us as we celebrate this great award. It’s the people that make up a company and we are so grateful to have folks at NW Staffing that stick to …
3 Ways to Stay Healthy and Avoid Spreading Workplace Germs
Along with the holiday cheer of winter time also comes the germs of the season. As temporary workers, the possibility of floating between many offices or assignments during this season is very likely. And, with so much interaction between offices the chance of catching and spreading germs is also very likely. We’ve complied our favorite …
Happy Holidays from NW Staffing
2018 is quickly coming to a close and 2019 will be here before we know it! We are so grateful to have worked with so many amazing clients and candidates throughout our seven branches this past year.
We believe that supporting our communities is a privilege and responsibility we have as a company. In 2018 we …
NW Staffing Stories: An Interview with Maya Lucas
Last week at a busy coffee shop in downtown Portland, I sat down with Maya Lucas. Maya came to NW Staffing when she was just in middle school, through a community outreach program, Girl’s Inc. and is now a Legal Assistant who was connected to her current position through Legal Northwest, the legal branch of …
Keys to Explaining Job Hopping To a Hiring Manager
The job search can be a difficult one, especially if you’ve had some bad luck along the way or just haven’t found the place where you want to invest your life. While you’ve probably gained some excellent experience along the journey, job hopping can appear flighty and non-committal to a hiring manager. Remember that hiring …
Advice on How Body Language Can Make or Break an Interview
Everyone knows that body language is critical during job interviews. It is a form of nonverbal communication that is just as important as the words you say. After you’ve perfected your resume with the right words, qualifications and references, your next step will be the in-person interview. This is when your body language will make …
Benefits of Taking Temporary Work Assignments
Temp jobs can sometimes feel like a step in the wrong direction in the course of your career. In the past, they have not always been highlighted in the best light but the employment world has gone through some positive changes. More and more companies are keeping their team fluid and adapting to career moves …
