About Staffing
200, 709 11th Avenue SW T2R 0E3 Calgary, AB, Canada

Tick tock! The holidays are almost here. No matter your professional circumstances, try and connect with team members to celebrate the year's successes.

We are part of an industry that has been forever changed. From evolving processes and procedures to differing recruitment and screening practices - the HR and recruitment industry will never be the same.

We did the HR shuffle, did you? Did you find yourself throwing away any plans that you made for 2020? How are you going to adjust your 2021 plans?

Has your team been through it all? Does it feel like you are running a marathon uphill? Take a second to reflect on the last 6 months and identify the state that your team is in. If it has been torn apart, it might be time for some new strategies and morale boosters.

When we are caught in a moment, it is often hard for us to see what is happening around us. Has your team adapted, grown together and collaborated in new ways? Or has your team stayed stagnant and grown apart? Take a quick second to reflect.

How has your team and staff been affected by the global pandemic? What has transpired? Has your experience been positive or negative? There are three critical areas within a team that have been affected and mixed together. Team dynamics, employee performance and hiring practices...what have you noticed?

Nurture the relationships around you by connecting with them on a personal level. Ask simple questions like 'how are you?' and be sensitive to the stressors that exist in the workplace.

Grab some earphones and have a listen to Calgary EyeOpener! The topic is job hunting! Looking for work in Calgary? Join Sharlene Massie as she discusses the current job market. https://loom.ly/Q3Lnh-4

Difficult times present difficult decisions. Everybody in the workplace faces a tough decision almost every day. Recognizing that everyone is going through something can help to unite the workplace.

When difficult times present themselves, the best attribute you can exhibit is flexibility. Willingness to change or compromise in the workplace is one's greatest strength.

What are the current hiring trends that are affecting the job market? One thing becomes apparent when unemployment is high - competition becomes fierce. It is a tough road for job seekers and will become even harder when CERB ends.

Millions of people in Canada are receiving the CERB benefit and it drastically affecting the hiring and job landscape. What does this mean for you as a business owner, employer, hiring manager or job seeker?

This is a shout out to all of the parents out there navigating the first week of school. It is going to be a memorable one, to say the least. From homeschooling to online to in-class - we wish you all the best as you balance this new normal.

If any of you know our Founder and Visionary, Sharlene Massie, she doesnt like to sit idle. Her brain never stops and her need to help drives her. Shes spent the last four months working on something pretty spectacular and shell share the amazing news tomorrow on CTV Morning Live tomorrow morning at 7:05 am. Tune in and prepare for your mind to be blown.

Businesses are feeling stuck! They dont want to hire permanently but are desperate for support. There are employment options that suit every business need and timeline.

The temporary employment landscape is changing. Employers are turning to temporary assignments to help them navigate their current situation. Consider taking on a temporary assignment today! Apply online at https://buff.ly/39BkVTo

To celebrate our wins, Sharlene does a little happy dance and we bang the gong. Thank you to everyone who supports us and supports local.

Local businesses are downright awesome. They help bring character to the market. The keep the local cycle going by supporting other local businesses. Its a great cycle to be a part of.

Local businesses often have a lower carbon footprint than larger companies. They tend to be more accountable and purpose-driven.

Staff lunches - we support local. Client gifts - we support local. Staff snacks - we support local. Office supplies - we support local. Birthday celebrations - we support local.

Local businesses stay connected with the local marketplace and have the pulse on whats happening in the city. Here at About Staffing, we are connected to the job market 24/7 by constantly recruiting and staying connected with the local businesses.

Local businesses are subject matter experts in their business. They bring a unique and personalized approach to their business. They pride themselves on being different and showcase this through their expertise.

Great read from CBC News on unemployment in Alberta with a quick highlight from Sharlene Massie. As slow recovery begins, Calgary still hurting from pre-COVID jobless rates... https://buff.ly/328ufwz

Local businesses are the coolest community to be a part of. They are agile, resilient and have some of the best ideas. Stay connected with the movers, makers and shakers of our community.

We commit to supporting our clients by providing them with the best local staffing options available. We commit to being the local labour market experts to source the best candidates around. We commit to answering our phone with a friendly hello.

The job market is competitve - theres no doubt about that. By supporting local businesses, you are helping to keep them open and ultimately, helping people to stay employed.

We have all successfully transitioned back to the office. To protect the staff, our doors remain closed to the public but our phones and computers dont seem to mind. Give us a call or drop us a line! Wed love to hear from you.

We challenge you this month to get to know your local community both at home and in the office. You have the power to make an impact in two different neighbourhoods.

In this globalized world, it is often hard to see the difference one can make. And we are here to tell you that every dollar spent matters.

Small businesses are the bedrock of our community. Lets keep the doors open to as many local businesses as possible. As you transition back to the office, spend some time getting to know your neighbours. Develop some local habits! #yycjobs #yycbusiness #calgary #calgarybusiness #calgaryjobs #yyc #calgary #supportlocal #local

Heres to you Canada! Happy Canada! We hope everyone has a great Canada Day!

This month we asked the simple questions. How are you doing Cristina? Whats been your greatest challenge during isolation? "My greatest challenge has been working in the zoo I call home! My husband and I dont have any kids, but we do have furry and feathered children. Between our 3 cats and 3 parrots who talk, there is truly never a dull or quiet moment."... What were some of your WINs? "This isolation has granted me time to work on the best version of myself; through continuing education and enhancing soft skills I have been able to take this time and make use of it as we look forward." #yycbusiness #calgarybusiness #yycnow #yyc #calgary #connect #questionsandanswers #questions

This month we asked the simple questions. How are you doing Lee Anne? Whats been your greatest challenge during isolation? At the start of this pandemic my fiance and I were still working and our son was no longer in school. The only childcare I had was my mom but we didnt want her exposed to us each day so we sent our boy to her house for weeks on end to keep them both safe. I missed him terribly but knew it was the right thing to do.... What were some of your WINs? "It was great to have so much uninterrupted time to really focus on my work."

Its been a difficult time for everyone. We are all navigating COVID-19 in different ways and it is important to ask the simple questions. Connect with everyone around you! Share your stories and be human! We are all in this together.

Happy birthday About Staffing! Today we celebrate our 24th birthday! What an adventure it has been! Thank you to the About Staffing community for your continued support! We couldnt have done it without you!

Today we celebrate Sharlene Massie! Can you believe shes been in the staffing industry for over 30 years? Congratulations! You are strong, resilient and a great leader!

This month we asked the simple questions. How are you doing Sharlene? Whats been your greatest challenge during isolation? "Theres always too much work to do but surprisingly, it seems like it has piled up in isolation. Im way behind."... What were some of your WINs? "Ive been super calm and less stressed than ever. This is a total WIN in my books."

From all of us at About Staffing ... Happy Staffing for Canada Week!

People invest hundreds of hours on their technical skills. Why dont we do the same for the skills that make us human - the skills that make us different from technology? We challenge you today to do something creative. Colour or draw a picture! Take out your camera! Be creative!

Dear Monday. I will try and be as productive as possible. I will be organized and will work through my tasks as best as I can. I will start the week off on the right foot with a positive mindset.

What skill can make you more human? Think about how you can be different from robots, AI, the internet of things etc. Critical thinking skills are just as important as your digital literacy.

From payroll, accounting, warehouse, customer service and industrial - the temporary workforce is ready to work! Whatever today or tomorrow may bring, help support your business with temporary staff.

When you think about your Monday morning, do you prefer to spend it at home or in the office? Which location makes you Look Forward to Monday.

Technology is our coworker and to be able to work alongside them will be critical for the future. The greater your digital literacy and the more exposure you have to different software tools, the better you will position yourself for the future.

As you settle in for the evening, there is one thing we know for sure ... your morning commute is going to be an easy one! Look Forward to Monday from the comforts of your home.

Get the latest from CTV news! Bottleneck for job hunters expected after CERB ends this fall! What is your plan?

Future proofing yourself in this forever changing landscape is the key to staying above the competition. As you upgrade or learn new skills, we challenge you to think about whether or not this skill will help take you into the future.