Pros and Cons of Hiring Part-Time Employees

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As one of the leading staffing agencies in Sacramento, California, Pacific Staffing knows that when it comes to hiring, one of the most important decisions you have to make is whether you need someone full-time or part-time. Make the wrong choice and you could wind up with the wrong person. To help you in your decision… Read more »

5 Tips for Getting Back Into the Health Care Job Market

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From the new health care reform legislation to the transition to electronic medical records, the health care industry has changed dramatically in recent times. So if you’ve been out of the mix for a while (whether working in another industry or at home, raising a family) and you’re considering re-entering the health care industry, what… Read more »

4 Phrases to Avoid on Your Resume

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If you’re looking for a new job, then you know you need to polish your old resume or create a new one. And the first place you may go is the Internet to look for samples. But as one of Northern California’s top employment firms, Pacific Staffing can tell you that this is a mistake! If you… Read more »

Want to Find the Ideal Job Candidate?

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Ever hear the saying, “if it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is?” Well, the same holds true for job candidates. Let’s back up a moment. First, there’s no such thing as the ideal job candidate. As one of the leading staffing services firms in Woodland, CA, Pacific Staffing knows there are highly skilled… Read more »

How to Get Your Resume into the Hands of a Human

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In today’s day and age, technology is everywhere – including in the hiring process. As one of Northern California’s top employment firms, Pacific Staffing can tell you that this means an actual human doesn’t even see your resume, many times, until it has passed successfully through a resume screening software program. These programs can enable employers to… Read more »

What if You Don’t Want to List Your Last Boss as a Reference?

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Picture it: You’re filling out an online job application and you get to the part asking about past employment. One of the questions is “May we contact this employer as a reference?” If you check “no,” then it’s a big red flag; check “yes” and if you and your boss didn’t have great chemistry, it could… Read more »

5 Olympic-Sized Team Building Tips

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The Summer Olympics have come and gone. But one lesson that’s here to stay from them is the importance of strong teams. Having individuals that can be trusted and relied upon to work together and deliver is critical for success. As one of Rancho Cordova’s leading staffing agencies, Pacific Staffing knows that strong teams aren’t just important for… Read more »

Are You Staying Ahead of the Curve in Your Career?

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In today’s cutthroat work environment, it’s no longer about “who you know”…”what you know” has become just as important. And as one of the top employment agencies in Sacramento, California, Pacific Staffing knows more and more employers are expecting their employees to stay ahead of the curve when it comes new trends, emerging technologies, and… Read more »