Time to read: 3 min
Getting More Involved with Work Summary:
– We spend the better part of our lives at work.
– Ask these top five questions to your human resources and/or operations team to get more involved with work.
– How you can best promote employee engagement.
Time to read: 5 mins
Optimize Your Remote Job Search Strategy Summary:
– Searching for a remote job can be daunting with the overwhelming amount of remote opportunities out there.
– It is important to know establish what you want in a remote job before starting your search.
– Updating your resume and LinkedIn profile, virtual networking, and using keywords can help refine your remote job search.
Time to read: 5 mins
Overcoming the Sunday Scaries Summary:
– The Sunday Scaries are a real thing; psychologically referred to as anticipatory anxiety.
– Work is the main source of the Sunday Scaries. Companies are working towards more initiatives around workplace mental health.
– Tips to strengthen the ability to control your mind and thoughts and reframe your mindset around Sundays.
Time to read: 2 min
Interview Thank You Email Sample Summary:
– Two after an interview thank you email samples and subject lines provided in this blog post.
– A well written thank you email sent within 24 hours after the interview can position you as a powerhouse that the employer should move quickly on.
– Collect the names and emails of every person you meet with during the interview process and send each an individual a personalized thank you email.
– Express your gratitude, recap your transferrable skills with enthusiasm, and offer a strong close.
Time to Read: 6 mins
Starting a New Job and Onboarding Remotely Summary:
– Before starting a remote job, there are various things you can do to set yourself up for success within your first week.
– Companies should consider all factors of their remote onboarding process to eliminate potential hiccups for new employees.
– Building relationships at a new job is different when you are remote, but there are ways to connect with your coworkers even from a distance.
Time to Read: 3 minutes
Job Search During a Recession:
– There is no right or wrong answer for deciding to job search during a recession.
– Be realistic in your expectations and be flexible within in your search.
– Reevaluate the industry and job you are searching for during this time.
Time to Read: 3 minutes
Reference Check Summary:
– Four types of references to ask for.
– Three references should be spoken to thoroughly.
– What questions to ask during the reference check phone call.
– What questions to avoid in a reference check.
Time to Read: 6 minutes
Performance Improvement Plans Summary:
– A PIP is a tool that offers a commitment from the manager to the employee to help them improve.
– Include these 5 pieces of information to deliver a well thought plan to help get the employee back on track to being successful and achieving their goals.
– The length of time for a PIP can last 30, 60, or 90 days depending on the objective.
– Operational tips to help avoid putting employees on a PIP.
Time to read: 3 minutes
How to Keep Candidates Warm Summary:
– Why it is important to have a talent pool at the ready for both hiring surges and freezes.
– Companies have many reasons why they stall on hiring candidates right away. We map the top reasons.
– A surefire approach to keeping candidates warm without losing out on talent.
Time to Read: 6 mins
Four Day Work Week Summary:
– A four day work week refers to a 32 hour work week with the same pay rate as a 40 hour work week.
– Priorities are shifting in the workforce and employees value work-life balance.
– There are many benefits to a four day work week for both employees and companies alike.
– Various companies across the globe have adopted a four day work week using a range of models.
Time to read: 5 min
Medical Marijuana and Drug Testing for a New Job Summary:
– A list of states which legalized medical marijuana use and recreational use.
– Each state varies with their employment protection laws. Here is what you should know when drug testing for a new job.
– Ask your Recruiter in advance if the employer has a zero-tolerance policy.
Diamond award winners have won the Best of Staffing award for at least 5 years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores.
Time to read: 5 mins
Creative Recruitment Strategies Summary:
– A job applicant surge is promising, but is the talent pool filled with qualified applicants?
– Despite a candidate-driven market, companies are becoming more specified and trying to get the most out of their candidate search.
– Creative recruitment strategies attributed to a well established recruitment process effectively attract and engage candidates from the start.
Time to Read: 6 minutes
COVID-19 Vaccine Workplace Summary:
– Employers are trying to do right by their workforce.
– FAQ list to understand what employers can and cannot do when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine.
– Updates from the CDC; exploring workplace vaccination programs.
Five Months, Position Still Vacant Direct Hire – Digital Marketing role for Non-Profit quickly filled by Profiles The Client A non-profit organization with a Digital Marketing Specialist vacancy for five months. The Challenge The previous Digital Marketing Specialist left the company and the vacancy remained for five months before recruitment leadership of the non-profit reached…
Strict Budget Cap on Marketing Role Direct Hire – Marketing Manager with qualified range of skills was hired and valued over budget The Client An international architectural firm in search of a marketing candidate with a strict budget cap. The Challenge The client was looking for a Marketing Manager with international experience, and has a…
High Volume of Unqualified UX Applicants Direct Hire – Attracting qualified UX Strategists. The Client A digital agency was on the hunt for multiple UX digital strategists. The Challenge A digital agency was looking to hire three UX Digital Strategists. The client posted their job online to job boards, such as Indeed and LinkedIn. There…
Hard-to-Find Bilingual Marketing Candidates Direct Hire – Client with scarce talent pool of bilingual digital marketing candidates “The hiring experience was great from initial discussion through onboarding!” Mark S., Director of HR The Client An international banking organization in search of bilingual marketing candidates. The Challenge The international banking organization services Latin America and was…
Urgent Hiring Surplus for Agency Client Direct Hire – Agency’s new business called for a hiring surplus of 12 new full-time employees in 30 Days “The people on the Profiles team – they listen, and they work to understand our business, and it’s reflective in the candidates. And it’s human, and authentic – my view…
Navigating a Candidate Driven Market Contract – Client facing candidate pushback towards contract roles “Profiles has been a great partner. Response time and ability to identify quality candidates is the result of deep understanding not only of the requirements but the culture as well.” Teresa F., Senior Manager The Client A global hospitality client working…
Hiring Manager Relocated Cross Country, Staffing Up Team Contract – A new Creative Director (and past consultant of Profiles) makes business case on why to enlist Profiles to build up creative department. The Client Relocated from Virginia to Texas, the Creative Director (also the Hiring Manager) of a global convenient store had hiring needs for…
Top Candidate with Another, More Appealing Offer Direct Hire – Adapted employment type to secure perfect fit. The Client A global hospitality client was interested in a Profiles consultant for a contract position. The Challenge The client was interested in hiring one of Profiles’ consultants for a contract position. However, this particular candidate was surprisingly…
Specific Marketing Hiring Need with a Tight Budget Direct Hire – Quality candidates over quantity approach to multiple openings. “Profiles is a valued business partner. We’ve had the pleasure of working with them for a few years now and because of that, they get our culture and team expectations. With a recent hire, our Profiles…
Internal Recruiter Bandwidth Pain Point Direct Hire – Internal recruiting challenges for senior level position rescued by Profiles The Client An internal recruiter at a full-service ad agency was in need of support for senior-level creative candidates. The Challenge A full-service advertising and creative agency needed to hire a VP of Creative, Copy and Pharma.…
Onsite Position Competing Against Remote Work Direct Hire – Quick recruitment process was the key to keeping candidates engaged to fill an on-site hire. The Client A human resources non-profit organization desired a marketing role with agency experience. The Challenge A non-profit organization that specializes in the Human Resources Industry was challenged with hiring in…
First-Time User of Staffing Services Contract – Supportive consultation and over-communication to guide hiring manager through first hire. “As the VP of Communications, the company was used to working with Profiles, however, this was my first experience. It was a great experience, and I am thrilled with the candidate they placed on my team. We…
Losing Candidates to Competition Contract – A redefining of recruitment process for a swift candidate experience and placement. “They do a great job making me feel that if I have an open position and need… they are on top of it for me. Makes me less stressed and that they’ll be able to help fill…
Candidate Backs Out Last Minute Contract – Profiles rescues the search and fills the position in less than 24 hours The Client An insurance and technology company was in need of a Visual Designer. The Challenge Headquartered in Nashville, TN with hiring needs across Tennessee and Virginia as well as open to remote, this insurance…
Time to read: 3 mins
Technology Buzzwords Summary:
– This technology buzzword glossary covers the basics in terms of terminology often used today and for the foreseeable future.
Time to read: 10 mins
Personality Types at Work Summary:
– Personality types influence many factors and are a useful aspect of yourself to consider when navigating your career.
– The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a popular personality evaluation tool used today and dates back all the way to World War II.
– There are 16 personality types determined by evaluating four pairs of opposing psychological elements.
– Once you determine your personality type, you will understand yourself on a deeper level and will be able to better navigate career and life challenges.
Time to Read: 7 mins
– We spoke to industry experts to get a glimpse into copywriting trends for 2021.
– The pharmaceutical industry is booming, copy voice is changing, social listening is being utilized and advertising channels are shifting.
– Keeping up with pop culture trends and knowing your niche will give you the upper hand when it comes to writing copy.
– Profiles copywriting recruiters can help you a copywriter for your team or take the next step in your copywriting career.
Overwhelming Search for Design Candidates Contract – Try before you buy approach to contract staffing alleviates stress in niche design candidate search “The staffing team at Profiles is outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with their responsiveness and the caliber of candidates we have received. We ended up hiring several of them as permanent employees. Our…
Time to read: 4 min
Job Search Trends 2021 Summary:
– US job listings up 29 percent from February 2020 to June 2021
– A candidate-driven market brought about with the success of business on the line as the economy opens back up.
– Job seekers understand their demand and worth.
– Remote work and diversity, equity, and inclusion are top priorities in their job search.
Time to Read: 3 minutes
Digital Marketing Terms Summary:
– A list and definitions of the most notable digital marketing terms.
Time to Read: 3 minutes
Portfolio Website Tips Summary:
– A viewer’s first impression of your portfolio is important as it only takes 50 microseconds for a website visitor to register a visual appeal.
– Highlighting top-tier brand projects and self-initiated work in a portfolio displays versatility and passion for the craft.
– A portfolio should utilize concise copy, interactive features, and demonstrate the designer’s creative process.
Time to read: 5 min
The Key to Setting Goals Summary:
– Setting goals gives you a clear path on what you want to accomplish in life and keeps you organized and motivated.
– Overview of how to set goals effectively so you can actually reach them.
– Tips on how to stick to your goals until you achieve them.
Time to read: 6 minutes
2021 Stimulus Actions and Summary:
– Digestible explanation of the third stimulus payment to understand who will and who will not receive the payment.
– Unemployment benefits to extend until September 6 and decrease to $300 per week, along with an explanation of the unemployment tax forgiveness.
– Child Tax Credit, School, and COVID-19 Vaccination and Research, among other items addressed in the 2021 Stimulus bill.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Virtual Networking Tips Summary
– Virtual networking is not new but this way of connecting has come to the forefront as the workforce remains remote.
– A five-step guide to virtual networking.
Time to read: 3 min
Employee Onboarding Best Practices Summary:
– Preparation is key in setting your new hire up for success in the long-run.
– Onboarding is comprised of three main pillars, whether you are in the office or remote.
Time to read: 7 minutes
Top Tech Jobs 2021 Summary:
– The tech industry is one of the most promising industries of work with constant growth and innovation.
– Each position within the lifecycle of a digital product has a place on the list.
– Outside of digital products, top tech jobs are becoming more and more in-demand to encompass data and database management.
Profiles has secured Clearly Rated’s Best of Staffing® awards for providing superior service to their clients and candidates for four years in a row.
Time to Read: 6 mins
Top Digital Jobs of 2021 Summary:
– The digital job market is thriving in 2021 as most (if not all) jobs were computer-based and remote work-proof pre-COVID-19.
Time to read: 4 mins
Top Creative Jobs in 2021 Summary:
– While the past year (and the year ahead) is full of uncertainty, the creative industry remains in full swing.
– The top creative jobs to keep an eye on in 2021 offer a variety of creativity, whether it is digital, graphic, or writing.
Time to read: 5 minutes
Best Remote Jobs 2021 Summary:
– Staffing Industry Analysts put out a report referring to survey results sharing that companies plan to increase hiring as soon as Q1 2021, despite lingering uncertainly around COVID-19 and the vaccine.
– Profiles details the best remote jobs within the marketing and creative technology sector that companies can successfully recruit, onboard, and manage at a remote capacity.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Combatting Too Much Screen Time Summary:
– Between social media, remote work, lockdowns, and a plethora of current events, the world is glued to a screen of some sort longer than ever.
– Before the pandemic, adults were spending half of the day (the full 24 hours) in front of a screen.
– The effects of too much screen time include eyestrain, headaches, dry eyes, and more – and we discuss how to alleviate these effects.
Time to Read: 4 minutes
Digital Marketing Metrics for Your Resume Summary:
– Quantifying results is a key indicator of campaign excellence when searching for marketing jobs.
– A comprehensive list of top metrics to consider when summarizing your position on your resume.
Time to read: 4 min
Sharpen Your Graphic Design Skills Summary:
– Graphic design is a frequently evolving industry that requires constant adapting.
– As a graphic designer, there are key graphic design skills you need to be successful: typography, color, layout, branding, and web design.
– This list of resources includes interactive games, infographics, stock photo sites, and more.
Time to read: 8 minutes
Social Media Recruitment Statistics Summary:
– The recruitment industry has reaped the benefits of implementing social media into the hiring process and recruitment strategy.
– Statistics from what platforms to job seeker behavior support the importance of social media in recruitment.
– Where do we go from here with the data?
Time to Read: 5 minutes
Acing Your Next Virtual Job Interview Summary:
– How to put your best professional foot forward via the computer screen.
– Checklist of what to do to prepare for a virtual job interview aside from researching the company and practicing interview questions.
– Treat virtual interviews the same as in-person interviews.
Time to read: 6 minutes
Summary of Questions to Ask In an Interview:
– Just as much as the company is interviewing you for the position, you are vetting the company, as well. Come prepared to get the answers you seek.
– Ask questions pertaining to the position, company, company culture, the team, and next steps.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Benefits of Pets While Working from Home Summary:
– Pets have made themselves known as the newest mascots of the workforce.
– Having a pet, in general, has its benefits, but having pets around while working from home proves to be a positive adjustment.
Profiles is happy to welcome Greg Detter as Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Greg heads up business development, recruitment as well as all operations. Here, we ask Greg a couple of questions to get to know a little more about him.
Time to read: 5 minutes
Is managed services staffing the right move for your hiring needs? Summary:
– Understanding what Managed Services is and how this type of staffing fits into a company’s hiring plans.
– What are the benefits of managed services and why should companies choose this avenue over traditional outsourcing?
– Managed services are very suitable for marketing and creative technology departments.
Time to read: 5 minutes
Summary of How to Convince Your Boss:
– Preparation, attitude, and tone are key.
– Map out your current duties and hurdles to effectively present your case.
– If the hiring process is enough to deter senior leadership from considering new employees, enlist a staffing agency.
Time to read: 2 minutes
Summary of the Best TED Talks:
– An all-up, digestible list of some of the best TED Talks gathered by the Profiles team as an employee engagement initiative.
– TED Talk Topics include finding your potential, work-life balance, asking “what do I want,” better sleep, and much more!
– Sharing in hopes of brining light and inspiration during these times of uncertainty and beyond.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Overcoming a Creative Block Summary:
– Creativity is being challenged as the pandemic continues into the later parts of the year.
– Any creative person is susceptible to a creative block.
– Surroundings and visualization are crucial to breaking down creative blocks.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Virtual Interviewing Summary:
– Companies are hiring, therefore, just as work went remote, so did the interview process.
– Video interviewing is the next best thing to in-person interviews.
– Virtual interview tips mimic those for an in-person interview, but there are a few differences to take into consideration.
Time to Read: 5 minutes
Digital Portfolio Guide Summary:
– Where do I start? Do I need a portfolio?
– What is the most effective portfolio structure?
– How do I create a portfolio?
Time to read: 4 minutes
Contract vs. Direct Hire Summary:
– Understanding the difference between contract and direct hire employment and why companies prefer one over the other clears the air for candidates.
– Key differences between the two types of employment come down to cost.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Inclusion in the Workplace Summary
– Inclusion in the workplace is the follow-through of diversity efforts. It is one thing to hire diverse, but it is another to act on it.
– Simply put, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is good for business.
– How to be a truly inclusive workplace and what needs to take place for a company to be successful.
Time to read: 5 minute read
Creative Resume Tips Summary:
– A resume as a creative professional is another way to showcase your eye for design, even though it is highly recommended to create in Microsoft Word.
– If your resume is poorly formatted or missing key elements, employers may skip over you, or worse, you will be overlooked by the ATS.
– There are many simple creative resume tips to follow to ensure you feel confident applying to jobs and walking into interviews.
Time to read: 4 minute read
The Benefits of Music for Productivity Summary:
– You would be hard-pressed to find someone who does not like some type of music.
– Music has many powers, and here, we discuss the power of music for productivity.
– Studies have shown the efficacy of music for factors that contribute to productivity, such as motivation, memory, and more!
Time to read: 4 minute read
Company Culture’s Role in Remote Onboarding Summary:
– Company culture is important in any new hire onboarding situation, but even more important when remote onboarding.
– The ways of company culture have shifted and evolved as the workforce shift to a fully remote workforce.
– Steps every business with a strong company culture should take to warmly welcome the new hire.
Time to read: 6 minutes
LinkedIn Job Search Tips Summary:
– LinkedIn is the top professional social networking platform with 610 million members.
– There is more to LinkedIn for job seekers than crafting posts and applying to jobs.
– Balanced persistence is key in today’s job search. Additional tried and true job search tips to apply.
Time to read: 3 minutes
Workplace Mental Health Summary:
– Mental health is the ability to cope and thrive as a productive member of society through the normal stresses of life.
– Workplace mental health is very seldom discussed but a key factor in employee engagement and success of the company.
– Addressing and taking care of our own mental health through acts of self-care (list included).
Time to Read: 3 minutes
– Eight critical points to include in your reopening plan.
– Leadership, HR, Legal, Operations, Communications to determine an actionable plan.
– How to communicate the plan to your internal employees, customers, and vendors.
Time to read: 4 minutes
Back to Normal and the Workforce Summary:
– The discussion around taking work back into the office is happening. However, the way we use to work will look significantly different from the ever-so-trendy open workspace changing to a more closed off setup.
– Networking and business travel will resume, eventually, but will be closely assessed and monitored.
– Companies are still trying to generate leads and continue with business as usual while also working to be a compassionate partner and resource to their customers.
Time to Read: 16 minutes
– 16 vetted technologies to help automate your recruitment process.
– We’ve taken all the demos. Here is your comprehensive guide to their benefits and capabilities.
– How to set your team up for success with an optimized technology stack.
Time to read: 5 minutes
A Strong and Sustainable Workforce Summary:
– Sustainability is important for the environment as well as businesses and sets society up for success in the future.
– Profiles seamlessly moved its business remotely through prior sustainability efforts.
– How can you create a sustainable workforce to withstand future roadblocks?
It is with a heavy heart to report the passing of one of our consultants out in the field. David Hill passed away on March 26th, 2020. David was a light to all those he crossed paths with.
Time to Read: 5 minutes
Virtual Team Building Summary:
– Before COVID-19, remote work is touted as a preferred method of work with employees citing better productivity, loyalty, and more likely to refer potential employees. However, with staff not in office, how do business leaders keep the workforce engaged on a human level?
– Leadership and company culture is the foundation for building a strong remote staff and must be established and lived by.
– Virtual Happy Hours are the most widely practiced form of virtual team building, however, we touch a couple more ideas that will break up the workweek.
Time to read: 6 minutes
Business Planning for Alleged Second Wave of Coronavirus Summary:
– As the US Government starts to entertain the idea of re-opening, public health officials warn and hypothesize the second wave of coronavirus is in store.
– What can we compare and learn from the Flu Outbreak of 1918?
– Should public health predictions be true, now is the time for businesses to re-evaluate initial approaches in response to COVID-19 to be better positioned in the event of a second wave.
Time to read: 5 minutes
Furlough Defined Summary:
– Defining furlough, how it differs from a layoff, and what are employee expectations.
– Understanding employee rights during a furlough.
Time to read: 6 minutes
Hiring Regulations During COVID-19 Summary:
– Clarification on hiring regulations through the EEOC.
– Understand what employers can and cannot do when hiring during a pandemic as explained in the Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and Americans with Disabilities Act.
– What steps employers can take to keep their workforces safe and healthy – remote and on-site.
Time to read: 3 minutes
COVID-19 Tax Deadline Extension Summary:
– When are 2019 federal and state taxes due?
– Will this affect my tax refund?
– Should I wait to do my taxes?
Time to read: 5 minutes
Impact on Creative and Marketing Hiring During COVID-19
– Is now the time to job search, especially in the creative and marketing niche, despite news of massive layoffs and furloughs?
– In regards to marketing and creative technology jobs, the marketing discipline continues to see a steady flow of opportunity for job seekers.
– Consumer behavior has changed in the wake of COVID-19, which continues to keep CIO and CMO ears perked and focused on digital spending.
Time to Read: 2 minutes
– Staffing Industry Analyst released an assessment on April 6, 2020 on how COVID-19 will impact the workforce.
– The short term and peak of the coronavirus pandemic is estimated to be two to six months in which businesses and the workforce will be impacted.
– While specific industries will see demand through this pandemic it does not equate to increased investment as consumers are seeking cost savings and businesses need to reduce costs.
– How will industries fare in the recovery period? Can 2021 be business as normal?
CARES Act Summary
– Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed on March 27, 2020.
– The CARES Act is not a stimulus but a relief. What is the difference?
– Allocation of the $2.2 trillion across individuals and businesses illustrated and explained.
Time to read: 5 minutes
Career Housekeeping to Lift Your Spirits Summary
– Combatting the uncertainty and negativity that comes with news of business closures, layoffs, and prolonged social distancing.
– Tips on how to use this time to update your materials and the effects of updating job search materials can have on your mental health, mood, and confidence.
Time to Read: 10 minutes
– 15 tips to share with your video conference attendees prior to your next virtual meeting.
– When to use video conferencing over instant messaging, emails, or phone calls.
– Tips to drive engagement without going over time.
– Follow-up best practices that hold accountability and hit deliverable deadlines.
Time to read: 8 minutes
COVID-19 Creative and Marketing Job Market Report Summary
– Are companies and HR personnel still moving forward with hiring plans?
– Are job seekers still searching for jobs?
– How will budget cuts and layoffs affect the market?
– How secure do employees feel in their current positions?
– What is expected in a universally remote work environment?
Time to Read: 2 minutes
Summary:
– The stimulus is broken into three phases. Here is a digestible explanation of each phase.
– Learn if you or your business will reap the benefits from the phase 3 $2T stimulus relief package.
Time to Read: 4 minutes
Maximizing Productivity and Accountability in Remote Staff:
– How to continue with business as usual for a seamless transition and success going 100% remote.
– Enlist the help of tools, such as chat and video services to keep staff connected with one another on projects and day-to-day communications.
– Top remote technology tools to look into as you get acclimated working from home.
Time to Read: 2 minutes
Summary:
– Internet deals and wifi promotions across Comcast, Spectrum, AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, and T-Mobile.
– These internet deals cover new and existing customers.
– Corporate america and school age kids are now home due to COVID-19 precautions. Bandwidth issues and internet speeds have slowed to a crawl. Inside we’ve compiled the best internet deals for your home wifi needs.
Time to read: 6 minutes
Summary of Creating Remote Work-Life Balance During COVID-19:
– Working from home is one, solid way to achieve work-life balance, but with that comes the trouble of deciphering when work ends and home begins.
– Tips for creating harmony with strictly enforced remote work and COVID-19 quarantine situations are explored as we focus on what we can control.
– Dedicated workspaces, rituals, time blocking, and more to ensure a healthy remote work-life balance.
Time to Read: 6 minutes
Summary:
– Job applications in creative and marketing are up 6% week over week.
– Industries which are thriving amid coronavirus include retail banking, delivery services, digital agencies, Ecommerce, healthcare, and senior living.
– Making it happen remotely. A spelled out plan from hiring solutions, interviewing, onboarding, training, and 3 months into the job.
Time to Read: 5 minutes
Summary of Recession-Proof Industries for Your Job Search
– Has COVID-19 started a global recession?
– Recessions are a general decline in economic activity. With that comes a domino effect on employment, spending, and business practices.
– While a recession is among us and businesses are remote due to the virus, candidates should still be job searching and looking for positions in recession-proof industries before the decline really takes hold and affects recruitment.
Time to Read: 3 minutes
Summary:
– Strategizing business plans amid COVID-19.
– COVID-19 Business challenges include 1/3 of staff unable to work.
– CIO’s and CMO’s embrace digital to take advantage of increased online traffic behavior.
– Businesses turn to teleworking. Virtual interviewing takes place as hiring continues.
Time to Read: 1 minute
Coronavirus has lead many US Employers to mandate work from home and no travel policies as a precautionary effort. Using the guidance from global health experts at this time has the best interest for all employees, customers, and partners. While many corporations have enforced these precautions already, it is highly encouraged to eliminate travel and conduct job interviews and meetings by the way of phone and video conferencing until further notice.
Despite the rise and desire for contract work, direct hire staffing continues to stay relevant. Learn why companies still favor permanent hiring solutions.
Earned by less than two percent of all staffing agencies in the U.S. and Canada, Profiles, a leading creative and marketing staffing agency, announced today that they have won Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards for providing superior service to their clients and candidates.
Within this article we dive into where recruitment marketing is taking recruitment and the trends to implement for a successful candidate search.
If you’re looking to boost your company’s creative and digital services, it pays to invest in the right talent.
Time to read: 5 min. How to Add Headcount and Fill Digital Talent Gaps on Your Team As we kick off the new year, many business and marketing leaders are considering where to invest their budgets to ensure they can meet their 2020 business goals. Aside from technology and infrastructure investments, they must determine what…
We live in a world that is evolving daily, but the demand for creative professionals remains as strong as ever. Much of our world is becoming automated, however, nothing can come close to competing with human creatives and marketing professionals. Every industry needs visionaries to help their product or service stand out in a crowded…
Aside from proper grammar and stellar proofreading skills, there are many other qualities to look for in your next copywriter.
The power of employee referral programs is prevalent in benefits to the hiring process and the quality of hires. Here’s how you can reap the benefits and implement a stellar employee referral program.
For our August Spotlight Talent, we recognize Katie, Creative Copywriter in Plano, TX, for her exceptional work and recent conversion to full-time! Katie’s Job Search Katie Burkhart was fresh out of school in May 2018 and hit the ground running into her job search shortly thereafter, only to hear crickets from her submissions. Katie took…
Networking can be awkward, especially if attempting to network at a more casual event. Nobody wants to be the one person at the party constantly talking about work and trying to sell themselves. However, you never know who you might run into and/or what opportunities await.
This article was originally posted on 4/25/2016. Updates to the below infographic were made 12/09/2021. Congratulations! You got the job, and you’ve accepted the offer. Now what? Profiles is here with this handy checklist, laying out the Onboarding Process to ensure a smooth transition into your new position. Use the below infographic as your guide…
The time has come. You’re moving on from your position, even accepted a new position, and perhaps have already given your two weeks notice. Somewhere in the midst of this process, it is either required, but most definitely suggested to submit a resignation letter. Nowadays, the conversation around quitting your job happens before submitting a…
Having an expiration date on your job might seems a little scary, but in this article, we show the pros outweigh the cons of taking a contract position.
There’s a simple formula that a bunch of companies use to calculate freelance and contract worker hourly rates.
How should you resign from your job when you know it is time to move on? There are good – and not so good – ways to resign. Use our checklist on how to quit a job and set yourself up to be ahead in your future.
Here’s a look at the millennial characteristics that are worthy of workplace recognition.
Whether your organization is growing or in need of improved content marketing, you might think about outsourcing copywriting needs to get the job done.
Meet your company goals without loading up your full-time employees by bringing on a couple of consultants or enlist a managed service.
From planning how to tackle the tough questions to preparing yourself inside and out, we’ve got you covered to make sure you can bring your A-game to the interviews.
Rather than spending time and money to bring on multiple contract workers, businesses are turning to creative and marketing managed services for their project needs.
New to the area or new to the industry? Here are a few top marketing jobs to look into that support the cost of living in Philadelphia.
When job searching in the nation’s capital, consider these top marketing jobs as top contenders to support the cost of living in Washington, D.C.
There are plenty of redeeming qualities associated with choosing contract work over becoming a full-time employee.
With one poor employee pick, hiring managers could be costing their companies a significant amount of money in expenses directly associated with a new hire, as well as indirect costs resulting from a bad fit possibly impeding production.
Planning search engine optimization strategies, writing and editing compelling content and analyzing metrics based around this content’s performance – just another day in the life of a content strategist.
If you believe your digital platforms could use some work, consider hiring a UX designer to join the team.
Less than 2 percent of all staffing agencies in the U.S. and Canada have earned the Best of Staffing Award for service excellence.
As more organizations have adopted web-based platforms, their demand for UX designers has risen dramatically across the nation.
Plenty of skills make up a strong user experience professional. In this blog, we dive into what to look for when recruiting UX designers.
Like interviews for most creative positions, portfolios are a key part of UX Design interviews, but there are other factors to consider as well. Things like a candidate’s passion for UX, their workflow and process, and personality are equally important.
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Profiles welcomes Tammy Hink as its new Vice President, building up and leading the sales and recruitment teams to business and personal success. Tammy brings a strong ability to not only grow companies but grow people into the best professional they can be. Why Tammy Joined Profiles Tammy truly enjoys the opportunity to build relationships.…
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Studied, presented, and written by Profiles Operations Manager, Jordan Posey Emotional intelligence (EQ) has become a hot topic for business leaders in the last year or so. In my five years of working at Profiles, I’ve heard our President & CEO, Joe Gambino, mention the term numerous times, making him way ahead of the curve…
Is employee training and development worth the investment? Absolutely.
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You may have heard that Millennials—who now are 53 million individuals in the workforce–are a difficult breed. Supposedly, Millennials have demanding expectations and are hard to manage and retain. Given the number of Millennials that you are likely to employ, you want to be as effective as possible when managing and retaining Millennials in the…
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FEBRUARY 15, 2018 – Profiles, careerprofiles.com, a leading staffing agency in the creative and marketing industries announced today that they have won Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client Award for providing superior service to their clients. Inavero’s Best of Staffing Client winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality based entirely on ratings provided…
Profiles Business Development grows as it welcomes Joey Miller to the Baltimore Team. A strong background in sales and recruiting, Joey will work to nurture client relationships and grow Profiles book of business. Why Joey Miller Joined Profiles Joey came to Profiles in search of a challenge and welcomes the challenge the recruitment industry brings.…
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Home to a variety of industries, the growing city of Richmond is full of opportunities, so it’s important your company stands out to potential candidates with a unique and visible company culture.
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Profiles welcomes its newest Talent Acquisition Manager to the Baltimore Office, Rachel Coonan. Rachel comes to Profiles with two years of solid staffing experience in account and finance positions. Rachel Joined Profiles Because… “I joined Profiles because I’ve always had an interest in the marketing space,” Rachel shared. “I fell in love with recruiting right…
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Profiles is happy to welcome Kerby Long to its Washington, DC office as part of the Direct Hire Division. Kerby comes to Profiles with strong experience in recruitment and sales, mainly within creative and IT roles. He joins Profiles as the Direct Hire Account Manager and is here to help talented, passionate candidates to excel…
Profiles welcomes Denece Dimarcantonio to its headquarters office in Baltimore, MD. Denece joins Profiles as the Office Manager and works to support each metro offices in all operational functions. Background and Contributing Strengths Denece comes to Profiles with 10 years of professional experience, backed by a Bachelors of Arts in Visual Communications and Design. She…
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It’s time we talk about the elephant in the room. On June 20, 2017, Google launched itself into the job search arena with Google for Jobs. Google for Jobs was created to ease the job search process. Google CEO, Sundar Pichai, recapped at the I/O Developer Conference in May that most U.S. employers now face talent…
Did you know that 48 hours following any conference or event is a climax of enriched thinking? Yes! Top Staffing Firms Gather Nationwide Inspiration, motivation, dedication, team spirit, enthusiasm – it’s all happening right now inside at Profiles. From all departments and locations of our business, six Profiles employees flew up to Boston, MA to…
Profiles is happy to announce its newest member to the team; David Greenlaw joins the company as the Washington, DC Branch Manager. With nine years of experience in sales, recruiting, and HR, David will spearhead the growth of the branch office to accommodate the demand for marketing and creative technology staffing services. David started his career…
Profiles welcomes Ed Willis to the team as its new Recruitment Manager. Ed will be responsible for driving recruitment effort in each of our markets while also being a hands-on contributor. Ed comes to Profiles with 15+ years of recruitment, as well as recruitment management experience with nearly 10 of those years in the creative…
Ecommerce jobs encompass marketing or creative technology skills. A profitable online business runs only with the best of the best in Ecommerce marketing talent.
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Washington, DC, April 20, 2017 – Mid-Atlantic Marketing and Creative staffing agency, Profiles welcomes Roderick Cardenas to the Washington, DC branch as its newest Talent Acquisition Manager. Roderick holds over eight years of experience as a graphic / digital designer and nine years of high-level administrative experience, topping it off with a couple years of…
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Baltimore, MD, March 16, 2017 – Profiles, a mid-Atlantic Marketing and Creative staffing agency, welcomes Katie Bankard as its newest Talent Acquisition Manager to the Baltimore office. Katie brings previous recruitment experience in a variety of sectors, including agency, corporate recruiting, government contracting, and startup. Katie thrives in fast-pace work environments and loves the feeling…
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As a kick off to 2017, we want to share our reflections of 2016 recruitment strategy successes. The goal is to share what others in your space are engaging with in an effort to help with your approach in hiring technical positions this year. Utilize these top tech staffing articles to help formulate your 2017 recruitment…
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If only we got paid a nickel for every time a Hiring Manager, HR Manager, or Recruiter used the phrase, “hard to find candidates.” Quickly, one may process this phrase and think it is referencing the need for a high demand skill set with a low supply of qualified applicants. Possibly so, however, this particular hard-to-find…
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city of brotherly love, cheesesteaks, and Rocky. However, did you know that Philadelphia is a booming market for analytics jobs? In the Philadelphia metro alone, there are over 5,200 analyst jobs available. With that, Philadelphia analytics recruiters peg big data analytics as one of the top digital marketing skills in Philadelphia, PA. The professional sector…
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Baltimore, MD, November 10, 2016 – Marketing and creative staffing company, Profiles welcomes Alexandra Davey as its newest Talent Coordinator. Alexandra will work to support the Richmond branch office by sourcing candidates and aiding in overall branch growth. Alexandra comes to Profiles with prior sales experience in the Washington, DC area. She is ready to…
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Conshohocken, PA, August, 11, 2016 – Profiles, Marketing and Creative staffing agency, onboards its newest Business Development Manager, Jim Casey, to the Philadelphia branch office. Coming to Profiles, Jim brings with him healthcare staffing experience. Jim is ready to take on the Philadelphia market and provide the best talent to Profiles clients. When asked why…
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If only we got paid a nickel for every time a Hiring Manager, HR Manager, or Recruiter used the phrase, “hard to find candidates.” Quickly, one may process this phrase and think it is referencing the need for a high demand skill set with a low supply of qualified applicants. Possibly so, however, this particular hard-to-find…
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Baltimore, MD, April 1, 2016 – Marketing and Technology staffing agency, Profiles, welcomes its next Talent Acquisition Manager to the Baltimore office, Chelsea Stumm. Chelsea joins Profiles with a variation of experience in client relations, marketing and sales. Prior to joining the Profiles team, Chelsea was in the health and wellness industry. With a passion…
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Each year around the end of winter into spring, people head to Austin, TX for conferences and festivals in film, interactive media, and music: South by Southwest, SXSW. Profiles just returned from the SXSW Interactive 2016 conference. Speakers were a range of professions and industries, breathing a life of perspectives. Between the brisket, margaritas, and…
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Washington, D.C., February 18, 2016 – Profiles, Marketing and Creative staffing agency, brings on Spencer Nelson to lead its direct-hire practice as the Director of Direct Hire Services. Spencer joins Profiles with more than 12 years of experience in the recruitment field, successfully leading internal recruitment departments and direct-hire service lines for regional, national and…
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Conshohocken, PA; February, 16, 2016 – Marketing and Creative staffing agency, Profiles, welcomes its newest Talent Acquisition Manager, Paige Pansky. Paige sits as a Recruiter in the Philadelphia metro branch office. She comes to Profiles with three years of experience in Marketing as a Marketing Assistant and two years of experience as a Corporate Recruiter. With her…
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Washington, D.C.; January 25, 2016 – Profiles, Marketing and Creative staffing agency, brings on John Saia into its Washington, D.C. office as the newest Branch Manager. John joins Profiles with more than 10 years of experience in sales and four years of experience within the staffing industry. “I joined Profiles with the excitement of joining…
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Importance of Developing a Personal Brand So why is personal branding so important? Your personal brand is how you market yourself. Developing a strong personal brand can yield advantages, such as industry recognition and job opportunities. Creating your personal brand allows you to stand out from the pack. The things you say, the things you…
If you asked Elizabeth J. where she would be at this point in her career a year ago, she would have never guessed it would be working for a remarkable company and genuine happiness for her position…all with the help of Profiles. Elizabeth currently works as a contractor at one of Profiles’ coveted clients in the global…
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Baltimore, MD; September, 11, 2015 – Profiles, Marketing and Creative staffing agency, welcomes its newest Talent Acquisition Manager, Claire Cederholm, to the Baltimore office. Claire joins Profiles with two years of experience in IT, in addition to four years of administrative experience. With this experience, Claire is comfortable and knowledgeable of the roles and hierarchies…
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Baltimore; July 30, 2015 – Profiles, Marketing and Creative Tech Staffing agency in the Mid-Atlantic, welcomes Bart Wagner as its newest Talent Acquisition Manager to the Baltimore branch office. Bart joins Profiles with five years of experience in sales and recruiting. “I joined Profiles because of the opportunity for personal growth, as well as the…
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Add video marketing to our repertoire! After months of scheduling, brainstorming, meeting, story boarding, and preparation, Profiles took on its last facet of marketing and completed its first ever video shoot. Client participants and the Baltimore staff spent the day in our Washington DC office to join in on the video marketing project. We enlisted the…
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As 2015 approaches its halfway point, there is so much great news to enjoy! At 17 years old, Profiles is still young, but also a very seasoned leader in Tailoring Talent and Curating Careers. Corporate America has demonstrated its need for Profiles’ expertise in Marketing, Creative, and Information Technology, as well as our ability to deliver candidates…
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Behind many of the top companies in Philadelphia are talented employees who continuously craft innovative ideas and see them through to completion. What is their secret? The answer is simple: stealth recruitment efforts with ninja-like reflexes.
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Richmond, VA; May 29, 2015 – Profiles, Marketing, Tech, and Creative staffing agency, welcomes Hunter Boykin as the newest Business Development Manager in the Richmond, VA location. Hunter comes to Profiles with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and five years of experience in the staffing industry on both the recruiting and sales sides. Hunter began…
Conshohocken, PA; May 27, 2015 – Profiles, Marketing and creative staffing agency, names Donna Zimet as its Philadelphia metro Branch Manager. Coming to Profiles, Donna brings a combination of experience in marketing, business development and staffing to the table. Donna shares why she joined Profiles, “I joined Profiles for two main reasons. I feel that Profiles’ leadership…
Baltimore, MD; May 22, 2015 – Marketing and creative staffing agency, Profiles, has brought on Ali Dougherty as its new Talent Acquisition Manager in the Baltimore, MD office. As a Talent Acquisition Manager, Ali comes to Profiles with more than six years of experience in marketing. Before Profiles, Ali was an Assistant Account Executive for…
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April 10, 2015 – WASHINGTON, DC – Profiles Placement Services (Profiles), a professional staffing agency that specializes in the Creative, Marketing, and Interactive industries has relocated its Washington, DC office. The new location is just one block north of the White House, at 1600 K Street, Suite 850, and conveniently accessible from the Farragut West,…
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Expanding your team and improving your hiring techniques should be high on your list of professional resolutions for the New Year. With the booming economy and evolving job titles and requirements, job seekers have more opportunities than ever – making it increasingly important to assess your hiring and retention strategies. Consider the following points when…
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