Technology jobs are great for Oregon; they garner high wages that provide tax dollars for education, infrastructure and health care. And after a sluggish few years, the industry is beginning to bounce back locally. The technology industry in Oregon is nearly back to prerecession levels with almost 90,000 tech workers currently employed in the state. …
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Five years ago, an internet search led Chris Sawin to TERRA’s Seattle office. With a solid background in manufacturing, he was ready to take his career to the next level. Chris met with Melissa McCoy, then a recruiter in our Seattle office, now Area Manager of our Arizona market. Melissa knew right away where Chris …
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Seattle’s employment data continues to outpace national employment numbers – which is great for both businesses and job seekers, but it means stiff competition for the best talent. Contributing Factors: Formerly stagnant sectors are now seeing substantial growth, including construction, finance and the tech sector. Continued growth in business then powers expansion throughout the service …
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In 2013, the White House announced that the Employer Shared Responsibility provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) would be postponed for one year. Now that the January 1, 2015 deadline has come and gone, Employer Shared Responsibility requirements are in effect. Have you done everything required for ACA compliance? Here’s what you need to …
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Many companies that choose a staffing firm do so because they’re overwhelmed. They need top talent, but they’re not sure where to look. When they find good candidates, selling them on the job offer seems an impossible task. Needs pile up, and the recruiting budget never seems large enough to cover them all. If this …
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Attracting and retaining high-quality talent is critical to your organization’s success. As the market improves and competition for talent increases, how can you be certain that your recruiting strategy will provide you with a consistent stream of talented potential employees? Predict Demand Based On Objectives Look at one, three and five year corporate objectives. Is …
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As a manager, your job pulls you in so many different directions that it can be easy to forget the basics of good management practice. Examine your own management style to see if you make any of these common mistakes. Failing To Provide Regular Feedback Don’t wait for yearly reviews to let your people know …
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Developing a plan to retain your best talent is one of the most productive things you can do for your company. It reduces the cost of hiring, eliminates talent gaps and improves morale. And all you have to do is find a way to hang onto the people you have already hired. Hire Better Look …
Congratulations to TERRA’s Seattle Office for being named “Branch of the Year” for 2014. The award, based on achieving sales, quality, profitability, and service delivery targets, was given at an all-company meeting held last week. Branch Manager, Nichole Cunningham, was presented the award by Greg Lambert, CEO. Nichole Cunningham joined TERRA in December 2013 with …
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Sam and Kyle had a vision for their future, but finding the right job to bring that vision to life wasn’t easy. When they finally found the perfect fit, everything changed. We sat down with Sam and Kyle to hear their story. So, Sam and Kyle, tell us about how you both started your careers. …
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