Do Staffing Agencies use “Wage Skimming”?
There’s a perception that staffing agencies pay workers less than what they might get if employed directly by the company they’re working for. Let’s discuss the nuances.
What is the Point of a Cover Letter?
Some employers love cover letters, some won’t even bother to open them. So how do you know what to do? We answer top questions and more.
How to Answer: “Why Were You Let Go?”
Every career journey will have its hiccups — your goal in an interview is to communicate these stories in a way that demonstrates growth and reflection.
Our Favorite Work-Related Reads in 2023
Here are five books we recommend that explore what it means to be a healthy, thriving organization (or professional) in today’s workplace landscape.
Overqualified and Rejected?
Without that relationship already established, we don’t necessarily have any extra authority to get through to employers and influence their hiring process.
We Believe in Portland
Boly:Welch teamed up with AdoptOneBlock and Thesis to bring together 100+ local businesses (and about 500 participants) to clean up the streets of downtown Portland.
AI: Your New Job Search BFF?
ChatGPT and similar services have put AI in the hands of anyone with access to the internet. Here are three ways you might add AI as a tool in your job search toolkit.
Boly:Welch In the Community
Giving back to the community is a top priority for Boly:Welch. Here are three ways we empower our team to get involved.
Flexible Workplaces — Part 3: Hybrid Work
While my hybrid work schedule empowers me to connect with candidates and clients at times that work for them, it also means I can adjust my schedule throughout the week to make space for the activities (and animals) that bring me joy.