Newsletter Archives /Today's Career Voice - June 2009
Why Staffing Companies are Even More Effective in Finding a Job during a Recession
With unemployment levels at all-time highs, and a marketplace rich with available talent, it’s common for thousands of candidates to be vying for one open position. That’s right—thousands. How can you make yourself heard with all that noise and competition? The answer: a great staffing agency.
Agencies can help you define your interests.
If you’re not completely sure of what you want to do or need help defining your interests, a staffing agency can help. Agencies have career experts who know how to ask the right questions and use your answers to suggest great options for you. If you’re unsure of what you want, an agency can talk to you about your wants and needs and present some great options.
Is your network too small? Use the agency’s.
One of the best ways to find a job is through networking, but sometimes networks aren’t big enough or contacts just don’t know of open positions. However, when you use a staffing agency, you are using the agency’s network, which is huge. Since an agency’s purpose is to find people jobs, their networks are a lot more far reaching and have a lot more power. They already have trusted relationships with clients, which means when they present you to someone, you will be paid attention to.
Just can’t seem to find a job—at all?
If you’re at the end of your rope for finding positions, an agency could be the answer. Agencies have access to open positions that aren’t always posted, which means they always have the inside track on what’s available and what will become available. If you work with an agency, that means you have the inside track, too.
Applying is easy.
Tired of going through endless job applications online and never hearing back even though they seem to take half the day to complete? With an agency, you will fill out the agency’s application and hand over your resume, and they take it from there. And, if you do need to fill out more applications, you’ll know that they will actually be read and it’s worth the time.
If an agency finds you temporary work, it’s a great way to try a company on for size.
Because of the down economy, many companies are looking more for temporary workers than full-time positions. This may sound unstable, but it doesn’t have to be. This gives the company flexibility, but it also gives job seekers a lot of flexibility and a great way to make a good impression on the job. If a company isn’t a good fit, a temporary position makes changing much easier. If the job is a fantastic fit, employees have a great opportunity to show what they’re made of and are in the perfect place to land permanent work when it opens up.
If you’re tired of hunting on your own, a staffing agency is a great way to find positions that will match with your wants and needs. Use their networks, use their expertise, and find a great job.
