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Maximize Hiring Potential Through a Detailed Cover Letter

Far too many job seekers rely on generic cover letters when applying for positions.Using a standard letter and simply tweaking details for each company says one thing and one thing only to prospective employers: I don’t really care about this job. It’s always obvious when someone hasn’t made a real effort to write a personalized [...]

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Resume Holes – Explaining a Gap in your Resume

There are many reasons why a talented professional might have a gap in their resume. Maybe the economy took a turn and you lost a job. Or perhaps you took time off to have a baby, or to care for an ill relative. Securing a new position immediately after having been unemployed isn’t always easy. And [...]

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How to Use Social Media Networking to your Advantage

Networking is a polarizing topic. Some professionals swear by it for career advancement and important employment leads. Others only associate it with cold calls and awkward social events.But regardless of which side you’re on, we can all pretty much agree that networking is an important and unavoidable part of a professional life.Particularly in a world [...]

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Top HR Articles of 2014

Modesto, California Employment Analysis

Modesto is the 18th largest city in the state of California. With a population of approximately 200,000, Modesto is home to a diverse business and employment market, particularly in the agricultural and manufacturing sector.Labor ForceThe civilian labor force in Modesto has remained fairly steady over the past year. That said, we have seen an almost [...]

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The Strengths of Using a Staffing Firm

It’s a common misconception that staffing firms are just for hiring temporary workers as “fill-ins”. In today’s economic climate, however, there are many other excellent ways to utilize staffing firms. Countless businesses rely on staffing firms as strategic partners to keep their workforce as strong and efficient as possible. Here are just a few of [...]

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