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Out of a Job? Where to next?

Posted on January 20, 2020 Business Human Resources Personal Advice

So you are out of a job, you have exhausted your network in the process of your job search, and you have no current leads in finding a suitable position any time soon. Where to next? You may have heard of temporary staffing agencies, and you may or may not…

Resume Tips from our Office Recruiters

Posted on December 3, 2019 Business Personal Advice

With the market for job search being tough these days, it is important to have a resume that will stand out in the hundreds that are submitted daily. Did you know, that it takes hiring managers on average 6 seconds to scan through a resume to come to a conclusion?…

An Industrial Tale

Posted on November 21, 2019 Health and Safety Personal Advice

Have you been working in trades, construction, or general labour for an extended period of time and are still struggling to find a consistent, full time position? Have you ever considered the opportunities that arise with a temporary position? One of our previous Industrial Temp workers had not given it…

Work Hard, Be Open to Change, and Be Open to New Opportunities

Posted on November 13, 2019 Giving Back Personal Advice

With all the news going on around town about layoffs, closures, and downright sad news, it’s time that we added some excitement back into the job search! Diversified Staffing Services and it’s team are working hard to pair up clients who are looking to fill a role, with the best…

Winterize Your Career with Diversified Staffing Services!

Posted on September 26, 2019 Health and Safety Personal Advice

As Diversified Staffing Services heads into the winter season, we want to ensure that all of our candidates working outdoor jobs are safe! Below are some tips and tricks to conquer the cold. Make sure to bring all the necessary items for working outdoors: Winter Jacket Winterized Steel Toe Boots…

9 Ways to Stand Out at Work

Posted on July 25, 2018 Personal Advice

Know Your Strengths – Take a minute or two to think of the top three things you are best at. Get creative and think about how these strengths can be applied to your job. This will allow those around you to see you perform at your best and your strengths…

Pass the Screen to Get the Interview

Posted on July 12, 2018 Business Human Resources Personal Advice

If a potential employer phones, are you ready for a phone screen interview? It’s important to realize that you are making your first impression over the phone before you ever set foot in an interview room. Many recruiters and hiring managers will spend a few minutes on the phone with…

The Perfect Summer Job?

Posted on June 16, 2017 Personal Advice

Summer work placements that provide students with experience for their resumes and an opportunity to practically apply what they have learned are highly sought after at this time of year. To gain relevant office, technical or corporate experience, many young professionals pursue co-op programs and internships; however, beyond these traditional…

The Issues Faced when Finding Temporary Work

Posted on April 28, 2017 Personal Advice

What are the biggest issues faced when finding temporary work? First off, when we talk about issues, it boils down to a few key elements. The first of which is: What is preventing our candidates from becoming more successful in finding positions? Ultimately, when our candidates succeed, we follow…

The Value of Volunteering

Posted on August 26, 2016 Personal Advice

With the downturn in the labour market reaching the 2 year mark, we speak with many job seekers that have been struggling. With each day of unemployment, a person’s frustration and fear can increase, while their confidence and self-worth can start to diminish. If local economists are accurate, we may…