After challenges with previous agencies, a leading server manufacturer was having trouble finding the workforce they needed. And with projects adding up, they were running out of time. Fast forward to their partnership with SlingShot Connections, they were able to scale their staffing, without having to worry if they would be the right fit. The […]
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It’s day 23 of job searching. The clock just turned 12 and you’re still in your pajamas scrolling through Indeed. It’s become clear that Indeed isn’t working but you’re not sure how else to find work — it feels like it’s the only way nowadays. Well, the good news is, there are other ways! And […]
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So you’re scrolling through Instagram, trying to keep your brain busy. You land on a video. How long does it take you to decide whether it’s worth watching? One second? Maybe two at most? In the era of short form videos, there’s so many demanding our attention that we’ve become experts at deciding what’s worth […]
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Let me guess, you were filling out an application, typing away, and then you saw it—those dreaded words: “cover letter required” You probably didn’t even know they still asked for those in 2025. What next, are they going to ask you to fax it in? Now, I get the hate, but cover letters are actually […]
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A startling stat from a 2023 study reveals that 68% of full-time MBA students don’t have a job waiting for them after graduation. This comes in the wake of major layoffs in tech, consulting, and finance – industries that traditionally are hotspots for MBA recruitment. This shift has put a lot of pressure on new […]
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Let’s face it, today’s job market is tough. We’re in an economic gray area where we’re not exactly struggling, but not booming either. This has companies very nervous. With some slowing their hiring pace and others downsizing. Unfortunately, college students are taking most of the hits. According to The Washington Post, college students are among […]
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When looking into staffing services, the two most common types are Contingent and Retained staffing. But what do they really mean? And more importantly, which one is right for your business? Here’s a straightforward explanation to help you make a smart and informed decision. The key differences are the tactics used to find workers and […]
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By far, one of the biggest questions we hear from employers is how to deal with a lack of available talent. You’ve probably seen the effects yourself. Job vacancies lasting months, multiple rounds of interviews that go nowhere, or even receiving applicants but not having anyone qualified. According to ManPowerGroup, 75% of companies have reported […]
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Greetings Readers! As the leaves turn crimson and the nights grow longer, it can mean only one thing: Halloween is creeping ever closer. In this month’s newsletter, we’re conjuring up a cauldron of Halloween delights to enchant and bewitch your senses. 🎃
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You’ve probably heard of staffing agencies before. Maybe you had a friend who went though one, or a company you worked at used one to hire someone. You’re probably thinking “What is it?” “Should I use one?” “What’s the catch?” The way we job search has stayed consistent throughout the years, so it can seem […]
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