Provisional Blog

Let’s face it. Thanksgiving is really an ideal holiday. You get to spend time with your loved ones, watch football, eat lots of turkey and stuffing, and take a nap – all without having to spend a ton of money on gifts.

That said, Thanksgiving is about a lot more than just indulging. It’s also about taking the time to reflect on our blessings and give thanks for them. Unfortunately, sometimes that “giving thanks” part seems to get lost in the shuffle. So we at Provisional would like to take a moment to make sure we give thanks for our many blessings this year – in particular, our clients, candidates, and staff.

As a Seattle staffing agency, we know that without our clients, we simply would not exist. We are so grateful for your continued support and for the productive relationships we’ve been able to develop with you. We are truly honored that you’ve put your trust and loyalty into our Seattle staffing agency and we pledge to continue delivering the high quality candidates and flexible staffing solutions you depend on.

We’d also like to thank our many wonderful job candidates. Finding a job in Seattle can be tough right now. And we are so grateful that you’ve chosen Provisional to help you in your job search. We don’t just look at you as a candidate, we also look at you as a customer. As a result, we always have your best interest at heart and will continue to strive to match you with full-time positions, or temporary job assignments, that are a great fit for you.

And finally, we’d also like to thank our internal staff for all your dedication and hard work. Your commitment to Provisional has never wavered, even during a difficult recession. As a result, we’ve been able to continue to meet the needs of our valued clients and candidates. We are so grateful for your efforts and, thanks to you, we see a bright future ahead for our Seattle staffing agency.

So now that you know what we’re thankful for, tell us about what you’re thankful for. Family? Friends? A great new job in Seattle? Whatever it is, we want to know!

We are pleased to announce that Provisional has been named the Silver Winner in the “Best Temporary Staffing Firm” category on Inland Business Catalyst magazine’s “Best of Business” list. The purpose of the list is to offer professionals the top options for business-related products and services, such as temporary staffing, in the Northwest. Firms are voted onto the list by readers and fans of the magazine

“We’re absolutely honored that so many people in the business community voted to name Provisional one of the best temporary staffing firms in Northwest,” said Megan Shover, Recruiting Manager at Provisional. “While we’re proud of this success, we also recognize that it wouldn’t have been possible without the continued loyalty, support, and trust of our clients and candidates.”

Learn more about how you can benefit from working with one of the Northwest’s best temporary staffing firms.

Having trouble finding qualified professionals? Need more flexibility in your workforce? Dealing with a high rate of turnover? Trying to manage too much overhead?

Most employers face these problems at one time or another. But by working with a reputable Seattle staffing firm, you can overcome these issues and build a stronger business. Here’s how:

Problem #1: Lack of qualified talent.
Solution: Develop a great network.

Most staffing firms, like Provisional, develop relationships with professionals who excel in their career fields. As a result, they can provide you with access to a large pool of well-qualified employees with a variety of skills from throughout Seattle and the Northwest.

Problem #2: High turnover.
Solution: Hire a staffing firm to search deeper.

Hiring someone who isn’t a fit can be stressful and expensive. But quality staffing firms spend the time necessary to source, screen, and evaluate a variety of candidates. You’ll wind up with an employee you can depend on, without having to spend the time and energy finding and interviewing people.

Problem #3: Not enough flexibility.
Solution: Tap into the power of flexible staffing.

Do you ever feel overstaffed or understaffed? If you do, you’re not alone. But if your business needs are fluctuating, then why is your workforce staying steady?

Flexible staffing can give you access to the temporary employees you need to take on a big new project or deal with an increase in demand. On the flip side, when demand dips, temporary employees can be easily released and you only have to meet payroll for your core group of permanent employees.

Problem #4: Too much overhead.
Solution: Use temporary employees.

By using temporary employees, you can convert fixed expenses to variable since you’re only pay for temporaries when you need them. You can also reduce or even completely eliminate the amount of overtime your permanent employees work. In addition, you can reduce the cost of benefits since temporary employees receive benefits from the temporary staffing agency – not from your company.

Interested in learning more about how a staffing company can help you overcome these – and other – common business problems? Contact Provisional today.