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Diversity Resources for Employers – October 2021
Note: This article was originally written in 2020 and has been updated for 2021.October is Global Diversity Awareness Month. This is a great time of year to re-engage with the most current diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) resources available, and perhaps reassess your organization’s progress in supporting a more diverse workforce. As you know, increased …
It’s National Staffing Employee Week!
This week – September 13-19 – we’re joining the American Staffing Association in celebrating National Staffing Employee Week! We use this time to recognize the important contributions of Temporary and Contract Employees to the nation’s economy. Did you know that every week more than 3 million individuals are employed by staffing and recruiting agencies across …
NWS Associate Success Story: Jonah
Finding a new job in a new city, in a new state, and in the middle of a global pandemic is a daunting task (to say the least). But that was the situation facing former NWS associate Jonah when he arrived to Portland after an exhausting cross-country move, at the end of December last year.
In …
Hiring in 2021? Partner with a Staffing Agency if…
Hiring right now is hard. The talent pool is historically tight and fast-moving. Even those companies that are making hires are experiencing higher-than-normal turnover, as new hires find opportunities better aligned with pay, benefits, and scheduling needs. We’re hopeful that the talent pool will grow come fall as more folks return to work. However, the …
Minimize Work History Gaps on Your Resume with Temporary Assignments
While you are looking for your ideal job, temporary work assignments in your industry/occupation can keep your employment history current. This is especially true if you have worked for a staffing company in the past.
Let’s say you are an administrative assistant and are looking for a long-term admin role at a firm, but there is …
4 Tips for Building Your Best LinkedIn Profile
Do you have a LinkedIn profile? These days, it’s hard to find someone without a profile and network on LinkedIn. Many college business classes now require students to create their own LinkedIn profile to showcase their achievements and begin to grow their professional network.
Whether you are looking for a new job …
NW Staffing Resources Named 2021 4th Best Small Company to Work for in Oregon
We are thrilled to announce today that NW Staffing Resources has been named the 2021 4th best small company to work for in Oregon! This is our 18th consecutive year making the Oregon 100 Best list, and we could not be more proud. We owe this honor to our incredible staff, who every day …
Why Employers Should Support Post-Pandemic Remote Work
Nearly one year after mandatory stay-at-home orders went into effect and employers nationwide quickly transitioned to remote work – the verdict is in: remote work is here to stay.
A recent PwC remote work survey, conducted across a variety of industries and positions, found that, from the perspectives of both employers and employees, remote work has …
Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Update
One of the major events of 2020 was the long-overdue societal recognition of deep racial injustice in our country. Eyes were opened to the urgent, immediate need to do better as individuals and as communities to actively work for the well-being of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) individuals. If we are to be …
5 Ways to Learn New Skills Online (for FREE!)
“Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.” – Anthony J. D’Angelo
It’s never too late to learn new skills. And, in the fast-paced world that we live in, there is always more to learn. Whether it’s for your current job, a new career path, or for personal development, learning …
