5 Job Search Essentials for New Law School Grads

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Here’s the bad news: According to a recent Wall Street Journal analysis, new law school graduates have a 50/50 chance of getting a job as a lawyer within nine months. The good news? As a leading legal employment agency in Northern California, Pacific Staffing knows there are some steps you can take to increase your… Read more »

4 Fears That Could Be Killing Your Career

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As one of Woodland’s top employment firms, we understand that every professional has fears. Some are just better at hiding them than others. And really, courage isn’t about NOT being afraid…it’s about moving forward towards your goals even when you ARE afraid. So with that said, how can you overcome your fears and advance your… Read more »

How to Pitch Your Boss on Your Next Great Idea

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You know that providing value to your company is critical to your job success. And one way to do that is by offering ideas, big and small, to help solve problems and boost profits. But, as one of the top employment firms in Rancho Cordova, Pacific Staffing understands that the thought of pitching your boss… Read more »

5 Ways LinkedIn Can Help You Boost Your Career

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LinkedIn isn’t much more than a glorified resume database, right? Wrong! In fact, as one of the leading employment agencies in Sacramento, California, Pacific Staffing knows that the networking site offers a variety of valuable tools that you can put to use in your job search – and your career. Leverage the full power of… Read more »

Why You Need Your Lunch Break

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If you don’t take a lunch break, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, according to a recent Monster poll, 38% of the 4,982 respondents reported eating either while they worked or not taking a break at all. Only 17% reported taking a full hour lunch break, while 27% said they take a 30-45 minute break… Read more »

Should Interviewers Ask Candidates for Facebook Passwords?

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Some employers across the country are asking candidates to provide passwords to their personal Facebook accounts during the interview process.  As Pacific Staffing’s very own Jay Jurschak points out in a recent article published by The Sacramento Bee, that may not be the best idea! Read the entire article: Job Front: Interviewers say asking for social… Read more »

Can Your Body Language Cost You the Job Offer?

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You have an impeccable resume and referrals. You nailed all the job interview questions with concise and smart answers. You look the part in your expensive suit…but if you didn’t act it too, then it can cost you the job interview. As one of Rancho Cordova’s top employment agencies, we know that bad body language… Read more »

How to Survive in a Competitive Workplace

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As a Sacramento legal employment specialist, we know that law firms are like people; they all have their unique personalities. Some are more casual, while others are near cutthroat. And if yours sounds more like the latter, it can be tough to keep your head above water and walk the fine line between work and… Read more »