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Questions to ask a recruiter
When a recruiter reaches out, the conversation often feels like a sales pitch. Before you sign any paperwork, treat the call as a fact‑finding mission. Knowing exactly who…
How to Stand Out to a Staffing Agency Recruiter
Staffing agency recruiters work with dozens or hundreds of candidates. The ones who get called first for good opportunities are not always the most qualified — they are…
Pay rate, bill rate and markup
When you sign a contract with a staffing agency, the number on the invoice the sends to the client is often much higher than the amount that lands…
How staffing agencies actually work
You walk into a coffee shop, phone rings, and a recruiter says a local company needs a temporary accountant. The call feels like a direct job offer, but…
Turning a temp role into a permanent one
You begin a six‑week data‑entry temp assignment at a manufacturing firm, and after three weeks the supervisor asks you to stay longer. The request feels like a hint…
How to Use Temp Work to Break Into a New Industry
Changing industries is one of the most challenging career moves anyone can make. Employers in a new field often want candidates with direct experience — experience you do…
Your first day on assignment
You step off the bus at the industrial park, a clipboard in hand, and the name of the company on the building matches the email you received yesterday.…
How to Handle a Workplace Injury as a Temporary Worker
Workplace injuries can happen in any setting, and temporary workers are not exempt from the risks. Knowing the right steps to take immediately after an injury protects both…
How to choose a staffing agency
You walk into a downtown office that lists “staffing solutions” on the window. The receptionist hands you a clipboard, and the conversation quickly moves to your résumé. That…