The Candidate Experience. Applicants quit their applications with popular online job boards before they finished at a high rate of 60%; possibly losing the cream-of-the-crop before they even made contact with a hiring manager. A Job Candidate’s Experience Matters. Job hunters are smart, well connected, and informed. A clunky application process is tolerated by some, […]
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Cutting-edge Businesses in a Robust Job Market
Located in the sun-drenched, Southern California metropolitan city of San Diego, Boutique Recruiting is headquartered and centered around job opportunities in cutting-edge businesses in life sciences, genomics, biotechnology, telecommunications, Smart City technology, software, electronics and other major innovative industries.
Why Companies Turned to Staffing Firms in 2020 and are Expected to Continue in 2021.
If there is anything that 2020 has taught us, it is the truth about being flexible and malleable. Employment decisions over the last year reflect new product requirements and skillsets, more technology, and strong employment demands, particularly in finance as interest rates remain historically low. According to the American Staffing Industry Index, December marks a 2020 high […]
There Are 6.5m Open Positions (According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics)
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States had approximately 6.5 million job openings in August 2020. This means there is at least one that fits your needs and interests. Of course, you don’t want just any role. You need one that fits you well and can serve as a stepping stone for your career. Otherwise, […]
Be Selective, Not Desperate
The success of a company greatly depends on relationships. This is especially true in the staffing industry. We have a significant number of strong relationships with employers in our field. To continually build on our success, we also have a waiting list of clients who want to work with us. This means we have endless opportunities to […]
Why the Best Jobs Are Never Advertised
Jobs that are not advertised make up the hidden job market. Employers may not post vacancies because they want to save on expenses related to advertising and accepting applications. Or, hiring managers might prefer to find candidates internally or through referrals. No matter the reason, gaining access to the hidden job market opens up a wealth of opportunities you otherwise would not have. In fact, some experts believe that […]
The Job Market Is Solid
In October 2020, US employers added 638,000 jobs to the market, and the unemployment rate dropped a full percentage point to 6.9%. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones were expecting a payroll gain of 530,000 and an unemployment rate of 7.7%. The increasing number of jobs and decreasing unemployment rates imply that economic recovery still is taking place. Although the increase was lower […]
3 Reasons You Should Ask About Office Culture at Your Next Interview
Office culture reveals a lot about how a company is run. Factors such as employee interactions, typical work hours, and whether the management team values all staff members’ opinions are among what makes up culture. Learning more about how things are done within an organization provides insight into what it’s like to work there. Gaining more in-depth information about a company […]
4 Tips for Running an Effective Interview
After advertising an open position and reviewing resumes, you’ve narrowed down your candidate pool to those you want to interview. Your next step is to determine which types of information you need to know about each candidate to hire the most qualified person. You also want to include relevant information about the organization, culture, and […]
Unhappy at Your Job? Here Are 4 Signs It’s Time to Move On
If you’re having a challenging time at work and don’t want to be there anymore, it may be time to make a job change. You might be considering quitting but afraid things won’t work out. Or, you could be hoping things will get easier if you just wait them out. However, the longer you stay in your […]
Are You on Track for That Promotion? Here’s How You Can Find Out
Asking for a promotion can produce anxiety. You put yourself in a vulnerable position where your manager might not give you what you want. However, the best way to advance your career is to advocate for yourself. If you don’t ask for a promotion, you might not get one. When you’re ready to move up in […]
3 Advantages to Partnering with a Staffing Firm Before Your Next Hire
As a manager, you spend a significant amount of time and money hiring employees. You analyze job responsibilities, candidate attributes, required skills and experience, and other pertinent information, then create job postings based on your findings. You interview candidates over several weeks, narrow down the finalists, make an offer, and gain a new hire. However, this process typically is […]
Are You Thinking Too Much About a Career Change?
If you’ve been working in the same career for years, it may be time for something new. You might have accomplished all you set out to do, grown beyond what initially got you interested in the field, or simply want a different challenge. Keep in mind that it’s better to try something new and learn whether it’s right […]
Employee Perks and Why They Matter
Employee perks are closely tied to lifestyle quality. Common perks include flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and remote work options. Employee perks enhance work-life balance. They help staff improve their physical and mental health and care for their families while getting ahead in their careers. Because workers who receive perks feel supported both inside and outside the […]
Utilizing Alumni to Help with Your Job Search
Using a college alumni network is one of the best ways to stay connected with fellow graduates and potentially land a job. Alumni networks help former students from a college, fraternity/sorority, club, or region gain information on each graduate’s career, residence, and contact information. Alumni can make contacts in a field, ask for career information […]
Developing a Social Media Policy for Your Team
Social media plays a significant role within your organization. Your customers expect you to be online and available to answer questions and complaints at any time. Because your brand needs to stay connected with current and potential customers, one poorly timed or poorly worded message can have detrimental effects on your company’s reputation. This is […]
5 Tips for Leveraging Social Media During Your Job Search
Social media plays a key part in today’s job search strategy. You gain insight into opportunities and employers that interest you and learn more about what it’s like to work for a company. You’re also able to see who works for the organization, determine whether you have a connection, and potentially gain an employee referral to increase your odds of securing […]
4 Tips for Building Your Talent Pipeline
Picture yourself having passive candidates to talk with the next time a hard-to-fill position opens up. Imagine how much time and money you’ll save by having individuals to reach out to when the need arises. Having an available pipeline of candidates not only reduces your time to hire, but also leads to better quality candidates. […]
What Should You Do If You Don’t Feel Challenged at Work?
If you’ve been in your current role a while, you may no longer feel challenged by it. As you repeatedly perform the same responsibilities and gain more experience, you’re able to accomplish the same tasks in less time. Although this make your work easier, it also can cause you to feel complacent. Since you need to be challenged to feel engaged, it’s time to decide […]
Taking Someone from Temp to Full-Time: How You Know You’re Making the Right Decision
Because of the high costs involved in hiring employees, you need to make sure you’re bringing aboard the best possible workers. One way to do this is by offering a temp-to-hire position rather than a full-time role. With a temp-to-hire position, you’re able to see how a worker performs for a set time, typically 3 to 6 months, before deciding […]
Are You Hiring Reliable Candidates for Accounting Jobs?
When it comes to hiring accounting employees, there’s no room for error. The cost of a bad hire can be hours of time and thousands of dollars. In order to maximize your resources, you need a solid foundation on which to base your hiring practices. This increases your odds of making the best possible hire for a greater […]
6 Ways to Mentally Prep for a Presentation
As a leader in your company, part of your job is preparing presentations for a variety of audiences.
Who Should Be on My List of References?
When applying for jobs, most employers request a list of professional references. These people may play a role in whether you’re offered a job with the company you want. For this reason, be sure your list of refences is tailored to each position. Include people you recently worked closely with and can explain your qualities to the hiring manager. […]
Reading Between the Lines – What the Resume Isn’t Telling You
As a hiring manager, you don’t have more than 15 seconds to scan a resume. As a result, you need to know what to look for to gain an idea of how qualified a candidate is for a position. Since you want to know more about a candidate than just their knowledge, skills, and experience, you must be […]
How to Deliver a Negative Performance Review
Giving a performance review to an employee not meeting expectations can be difficult. They may not be open to hearing what you have to say or desire to put in additional effort to change their behavior. However, you need to be honest about your team member’s performance and provide concrete ways to improve. If you don’t directly address the issues, your company will continue to be […]
How Long Should I Wait to Follow Up After an Interview?
After acing an interview, waiting to hear back from the hiring manager can be challenging. Although you want to be extended a job offer, you don’t want to bother the manager with multiple phone calls to see whether they made a hiring decision. Doing so typically will take you out of the running. Instead, learn when appropriate times are […]
You Didn’t Get the Job – What’s Next?
It’s frustrating when you participate in rounds of interviews over weeks or months and aren’t offered a job. Even if you weren’t completely sold on the position, you invested a significant amount of time preparing for and participating in discussions about why you’re most qualified for the role. Although it’s acceptable to spend a limited […]
3 Signs It’s Time to Hire
As a small business owner, you may be unsure of when an appropriate time is to bring new staff members aboard. You need to assess your workload, budget, current employees’ skills, and company goals to determine whether it makes sense to hire additional team members. The value another employee can add must justify the cost […]
How to Talk with Your Manager About Extending Your Contract
If you’re enjoying your contract position and nearing the end date, you may want to consider requesting a full-time role. If you’re able to transition to a permanent position, you can remain with the teammates you like, work that keeps you engaged, and a company you feel loyal to. To begin the process of moving […]
Paperless – The Future of Green Accounting
Significantly reducing the amount of paper used in your accounting process provides a variety of advantages. Not only do you save on the amount of space needed to store documents, but your team also gains access to information at any time from any location. Plus, having your information digitized increases efficiency and security while reducing […]
Top 5 Podcasts for Accountants
There’s a significant number of informative podcasts for accountants out there. Whether you’re looking for entertainment, education, or both, you’re able to listen to what you want, when you want. Choose among podcasts hosted by working CPAs passing on their experience, financial journalists covering money and business news of the day, entrepreneurs who want to […]
Helping Your Workers Set (and Achieve) Their Career Goals
As a manager, helping employees set and reach goals is a key responsibility. Creating measurable, attainable goals guides improvement in employee performance, strengthens the company, and enhances its reputation as an employer of choice. Focusing on the organization’s short- and long-term success deepens employee engagement and career success. Here are some ways to help your […]
5 Tips to Prepare You for Your Next Interview
One key to securing your next finance, accounting, or admin role is interview preparation. Taking time to consider how your skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications align with what an employer is looking for lets you demonstrate why you’re the best candidate. Finding out all you can about the company, position, and culture lets you determine […]
4 Benefits of Partnering with a Staffing Firm
A staffing firm often is the best resource to use for your hiring process. The firm spends time and money sourcing, screening, interviewing, and testing candidates to determine their skills, experience, and qualifications. When you contact the staffing firm to discuss your job description, company culture, ideal candidate, and other requirements, the firm is able […]
Work and Life: The Importance of Encouraging Balance
In today’s fast-paced business world, encouraging employees to maintain work-life balance is necessary.
Why You Should Highlight Your Bilingual Skills in Your Resume
The increasing diversity of the U.S. population and the expansion of the global economy mean the demand for employees who speak a second language is stronger than ever.
The Importance of Continuing Your Education While Employed
Continuing education refers to post-secondary learning or programs that adults engage in after formal education.
5 Ways to Prepare for a Remote Workforce
With the rise of remote workers, your company may be interested in capitalizing on the advantages of having a remote workforce.
Accounting & Finance Certifications That Go Beyond the CPA
Accounting & Finance Certifications That Go Beyond the CPA You may be on the hunt for your Accounting or Finance dream job. How you separate yourself from the pack can help determine whether or not you get an invite to interview. Some Accountants opt to add additional credentials and certifications to their CVs, as a […]
Why Work with a Staffing Agency for Short-Term Hires?
Why Work with a Staffing Agency for Short-Term Hires? Many businesses need short term employees for one reason or another. You might have seasonal work to do, a rush season where work gets heavier, or you might need temporary financial professionals each year before tax season. Some businesses are project-based and sometimes need temporary roles […]
Filling Management and Entry-Level Positions with San Diego Headhunters
Filling Management and Entry-Level Positions with San Diego Headhunters A lot of people are resistant to working with headhunters because they feel that the headhunter won’t understand exactly what they are looking for in a candidate. They think that the headhunter may not understand their company culture or the specific qualifications that they are looking […]
5 Things Your Staffing Service Needs to Know
5 Things Your Staffing Service Needs to Know Every business in the current employment landscape is looking for that next awesome hire. Whether you’re hiring for temporary placements or searching for the perfect new long-term member of your team, you’ll probably find yourself working with a staffing service. Staffing professionals specialize in connecting professionals to positions […]
3 Tips for Recruiting Candidates for Finance and Accounting Positions
When you’re recruiting someone for a certain position, the idea is to try and make that position look as attractive to them as possible. Different companies do this in different ways. Some might offer the candidate more money and better benefits. Others might have a great company culture. Still, others might offer the candidate flexible […]
Making Top Talent Acquisition Easy
We have a tough labor market today. Qualified candidates are often already employed, and companies have to scramble to fill vacant positions. The pool of workers that are left might not fit your needs, which leaves you trying to fill the same position over and over again. This is true of temporary placements as well: […]
Why Should You Seek the Advice of a Professional Headhunter for Your HR Needs?
Operating a successful business represents a complicated, time consuming, and often daunting task. With so many undertakings to take care of, sometimes, the most critical asset of any company falls short of the attention it deserves. Maintaining a reliable, talented, and satisfied employee base represents the foundation of any business. So, most large companies employ […]
10 Traits of the Most Brilliant Executive Assistants
10 Traits of the Most Brilliant Executive Assistants An Executive Assistant role is critical to the managing executive and the organization, and those who fill these roles need to be more than an assistant. As a hiring executive, you should consider looking for the best partners who can complement your needs and office objectives. Here […]
Temp Services Could Be the Perfect Solution for Your Career’s Transition
Is your career in need of a transition? Like it or not, most of us need to work to pay the bills and eat. Since most of us spend several hours of the day at our place of employment or in our home workspace, it only makes sense to do something we enjoy, or at […]
10 of the Best Part-Time Job for Seniors – Pt 2
[Continued from Part 1] 6) Customer Service Representative In the modern business world, customer service is highly prioritized. Every brand in every industry needs people to answer phones or engage in live chat with customers to help solve problems. If you enjoy talking to people, problem-solving, and using communication technology then your part-time hours are […]
10 Best Part-Time Jobs for Seniors – Pt 1
Retiring is a fantastic experience. No job, no schedule, and funds to do anything you want within reason. Retirement is what most children think being an adult is really like: You can stay home and eat ice cream whenever you want. You can focus on your hobbies, spend time playing with your grandchildren, and go […]
Can I Hire a Temporary Employee Permanently?
Many businesses hire temporary employees to help them get through challenging times of the year and at the beginning, you’re ready for all of your new team members to come and then leave on schedule. But sometimes you find someone who is so perfect for your team that you’d like to keep them on even […]
Hiring Tips for Careers that Require Tons of Travel
Travel is something that an employee can handle in one of two ways. They may see travel as a terrible chore full of jetlag and hassle, or they get excited and look forward to every plane trip. Any business with travel-heavy roles has likely learned this difference the hard way, and that it can be challenging to […]