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For many companies, the COVID-19 pandemic put a halt to hiring — or worse, employees had to be let go. In fact, an April study by Pew Research Center found that 28% of the 4,917 U.S. adults surveyed said they or someone in their household was let go as a direct result of the pandemic. […]

How we work and look for jobs has changed due to increased connectivity from the Internet. The worldwide lockdowns because of the Covid-19 pandemic have only sped things up and the dynamics of looking for a job have changed for good. One’s online profile has never been more relevant. If you are looking for a […]

COVID-19 has created an extremely unique job market where remote recruiting and hiring has become the new normal. There are definite advantages of hiring through video recruiting, but since it’s new to many job seekers, you may feel you’ll struggle to shine in this digitized recruiting process. Here are the steps you can take to […]

No shame in admitting it, this feels like the worst time to be looking for a job. With many organizations pivoting to remote work, hiring may be put on the back burner. Besides that, with most offices being closed, you’re not about to show up to your interviewer’s house in a suit. Video Interviews to […]

Congratulations! You’ve been asked to complete a one-way video interview. This is a big step towards your next job. You’re used to the “normal” hiring process, with phone screens, in-person interviews, and the like. But, maybe this one-way video interview is a new thing entirely. Or maybe you have done a one-way video interview before, […]

Congratulations! You’ve been asked to join a live video interview. This is a big accomplishment, but it’s important to get it right. You’re used talking to a recruiter over the phone and then meeting for in-person interviews so this live video interview might be a new thing entirely. Or maybe you have done a live […]

When an organization reaches out to connect with you over the phone, you might find yourself replying “Yes” before you’ve even thought about it. Advancing to the next step in a company’s hiring process means some of your nervousness searching for a new position disappears.  If you aren’t expecting it, a video interview invitation instead […]

In the workplace, most people want to be productive. You want to be able to finish your work within the day so you don’t have to bring it home or finish the next day. However, there are a lot of factors that influence the level of productivity that people have in the workplace. Some of […]

There’s a lot to consider as you search for a job. While the first thing to look at should be the job description, it is also important to think about what type of working environment the company has. In your search for compensation, don’t forget to consider company culture. A company’s culture speaks to the […]

It’s kind of crazy how quickly your life shifts between graduation, and post-celebrations. You have tossed your cap, waved your farewells, and accepted all the wishes from professors you got on the good side of… But what comes next? The scary thing is almost 1 in 5 graduates do not go after the job they […]

2020 changed the way we work. Many companies realized that remote work was a real, viable, option for their employees. This means that there are more remote jobs available than ever before. If you’re looking to work from home but aren’t sure where to start, here are a few unique jobs worth learning about. Chat Agents Are you customer service-oriented but not a huge fan of talking on the phone? A position as a chat agent might be for you. These individuals provide customer support through email or live chat. Email is self-explanatory, while live chat is similar to FB Messenger or texting, but through a company specific customer service program. Paid Surveys Although paid surveys aren’t going to be your main source of income, they can be a worthwhile side gig in addition to your main job. As noted by The Work at Home Woman, popular sites include Branded Surveys, Mindswarms, Respondent, and Survey Junkie. Cooking at Home If you have a flair for food, a job as an …

We’re excited to announce  a brand-new episode of the Express Employment Professionals’ On the Job Podcast! A lot can change in a year, especially the kind of year we’ve all had. This season, we’re shining a light on folks who have chosen unique career paths; by necessity or by choice. You’ll  hear surprising stories of people excelling in non-traditional roles and meet folks who have put non-profit work front and center in their lives. Season 5, Episode 6: Starting a Business is No Cakewalk If Kitty Hailey didn’t exist, some enterprising author would have conjured her up. A well put-together woman of a certain age, she resembles a hip kindergarten teacher – a fact which has served her well in her actual occupation; she’s a private investigator. Using the skills she’s honed over decades of investigative work, Kitty has risen to a position of prominence in her field, evolving from the typical “cheating spouse” assignments to doing trial work that has had positive, life-changing impact for the folks she’s worked …

Finding the job of your dreams isn’t easy, especially if you’re switching career fields or simply don’t know what your dream job is yet. That’s one of the reasons Express Employment Professionals created the Job Spotlight eBook: Are You Ready for a New Career? We cover 20 of the most in-demand jobs in four categories: Professional, Office Services, Light Industrial, and Skilled Trades. Get the most out of this eBook by following the guide below.               Table of Contents The Table of Contents is interactive. Clicking on a specific job will flip you to that page. The Job Page Once you’ve found a job you’re interested in, you’ll be able to review information about the position including required education, compensation, responsibilities, and what companies look for in an ideal candidate. You can also click the “Table of Contents” button to return to the Table of Contents. Contact Express The eBook concludes with a bit of information about Express Employment Professionals. They are a staffing …

In our monthly Job Spotlight blog series, we review all the basics of specific jobs, from pay and duties, to why people do the jobs they do. Electrician In this month’s Job Spotlight, we’re taking a look at what it means to be an Electrician. Electricians are responsible for executing plans of electrical wiring for well-functioning lighting, intercom, and other electrical systems.   Required Education: A high-school diploma or equivalent is usually preferred, as well as Apprenticeship training.   Pay: This varies depending on a variety of factors (e.g. type of work, geographic area, industry, etc.), but Electricians can make $20 to $34 per hour on average depending on experience.   What Electricians Do: They deal with a variety of tasks, including: Installing electrical apparatuses, fixtures, and equipment for alarm and other systems Installing safety and distribution components (e.g. switches, resistors, circuit-breaker panels, etc.) Connecting wiring in electrical circuits and networks ensuring compatibility of components Preparing and assembling conduits and connecting wiring through them Preventing breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and …

We’re excited to announce  a brand-new episode of the Express Employment Professionals’ On the Job Podcast! A lot can change in a year, especially the kind of year we’ve all had. This season, we’re shining a light on folks who have chosen unique career paths; by necessity or by choice. You’ll  hear surprising stories of people excelling in non-traditional roles and meet folks who have put non-profit work front and center in their lives. Season 5, Episode 5: Not Your Every Day P.I. If Kitty Hailey didn’t exist, some enterprising author would have conjured her up. A well put-together woman of a certain age, she resembles a hip kindergarten teacher – a fact which has served her well in her actual occupation; she’s a private investigator. Using the skills she’s honed over decades of investigative work, Kitty has risen to a position of prominence in her field, evolving from the typical “cheating spouse” assignments to doing trial work that has had positive, life-changing impact for the folks she’s worked with. …

Now that pandemic restrictions are lifting in more locations, people are starting to go back to their in-person workplaces. Since working with co-workers can be both beneficial and frustrating, we want to hear what you think will happen as employees return to the workplace. Will the overall workplace dynamics and interpersonal relationships be better or worse than they were before? Let us know by voting in our poll!   View Survey

One day you have a job and a fairly set future, and the next day you’re unemployed with no idea what’s going to happen next. However, it’s important to not lose hope. Here are a few tips on how to cope with getting fired. Ask Why There are probably a million things going through your mind when the boss says you’re being let go, but it’s a good idea to ask if you can. If you don’t ask now, you might never find out, and it’s good to know why so you can improve in whatever area there might be an issue. You can ask something along the lines of “I’m sorry to hear that. Could you provide any details on why you’ve made this decision?” You don’t want to burn any bridges, so keep things as polite as possible. It’s Okay to Feel Bad It doesn’t matter if you were let go due to a company-wide lay-off or because of something you did wrong—either way, you’re allowed to take …

We’re excited to announce  a brand-new episode of the Express Employment Professionals’ On the Job Podcast! A lot can change in a year, especially the kind of year we’ve all had. This season, we’re shining a light on folks who have chosen unique career paths; by necessity or by choice. You’ll  hear surprising stories of people excelling in non-traditional roles and meet folks who have put non-profit work front and center in their lives. Season 5, Episode 4: Booting Up a Better Career During the height of the pandemic, unemployment peaked at around 15%. And many of the jobs lost, especially in industries that were already seeing disruption through automation and outsourcing, may never come back. Enter Benny Boas and the Burlington Code Academy. He and his co-founder Alex Horner have created a ‘boot camp’ to teach people new skills, primarily in software coding and interface design. BCA is a lifeline for folks trying to attain new, work-from-home friendly skills – especially single parents who are balancing raising children with …

According to research from the Pew Research Center, the COVID-19 Pandemic changed the way we work. Before the pandemic, only one-in-five employees reported working from home all or a majority of the time. As of October 2020, that number had jumped to 71%. Of that number, over 50% say they desire to continue working remotely even after the pandemic. Although employers traditionally worried that remote work would result in reduced productivity, those surveyed report that is not the case.. Eighty-seven percent said it was very or somewhat easy to have the technology and equipment they needed to do their job, while 80% were meeting deadlines and completing projects on time. This is only the tip of the iceberg for the benefits of remote work. It’s What Workers Want A survey from Growmotely found that only 3% of entrepreneurs and professionals want to work full time at a physical office after COVID-19. While some seek balance between physically being in the office and working remotely, 61% prefer a fully remote environment. …

People who’ve never worked with a staffing agency often have a lot of questions about how it works. Like, “Do they charge a fee to help me find a job?” To shed some light on the subject, Express created a short video to answer your questions.             Did that answer your questions about working with Express to find your next job? If not, or if you have any additional questions, let us know in the comments section below!