Meet Monica Lucas, a Content Strategy Manager at Lithia & Driveway. In this job search success story, Monica shares why creativity, networking, and perseverance are important in finding the right fit. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I’m a writer at heart. The majority of my career has been… Read more »
Finding What Works for You: Karen Magistrale’s Job Search Success Story
Meet Karen Magistrale, an Employer Brand Professional with Talent Programs City of Hope. In this job search success story, Karen shares how she navigated a career transition by creating a routine and seeking advice from her network. What do you do for a career? I’m an employer brand professional. I primarily work on marketing and… Read more »
Mac’s List Now Requires Salary Information on Job Board Listings
New Feature Aims to Streamline Recruitment Process and Benefit Job Seekers Mac’s List is happy to announce we have updated our platform with a built-in function that requires all job postings to include salary information. This move reinforces our commitment to promoting transparency in the job market and aims to facilitate a more efficient and… Read more »
Portland’s Networking Scene: Connecting Professionals Across Industries
Professional networking events can foster meaningful connections, spark innovative ideas, and create valuable opportunities for professionals across diverse industries. Whether you’re seeking to expand your network, explore new career avenues, or collaborate on exciting projects, these events offer a platform to engage with like-minded individuals, experts, and thought leaders. Check out this roundup of Portland… Read more »
Retaining Talent: Strategies for Oregon and Washington Employers
To cultivate a thriving workforce, employers need to engage and retain their most valuable asset — their employees. From investing in comprehensive training programs to embracing work-life balance initiatives and celebrating community, you can nurture talent, champion employee well-being, and help your team see they have a future with your organization. Here’s a list of… Read more »
Innovating a Career in IT: Kelly Noack’s Job Search Success Story
Meet Kelly Noack, an IT governance risk compliance) manager with Good Food Holdings. In this job search success story, Kelly shares how she carved her own path in IT, advocating for her experience and non-traditional education. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I work in IT, specifically IT compliance… Read more »
Oregon and Washington Job Seeker Report 2023 Highlights What Workers Want
Hiring is hard. It takes lots of time and effort to find the best people. One of the best ways employers can hire well is to understand what job seekers want. Knowing what matters to applicants is also a good way to retain current employees because these insights can shape company policies to reflect what… Read more »
Exploring New Horizons: Rowena Paz Norman’s Job Search Success Story
Meet Rowena Paz Norman, the Strategic Planning Manager at Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA). In this job search success story, Rowena shares how she transitioned from a career in sales to strategic planning. Through graduate school, experimentation, and a willingness to take risks, Rowena found fulfilling work in strategy and shares valuable advice for job… Read more »
2023 Oregon and Washington Employer Survey Highlights Local Job Market Changes
Does the job market feel different to you compared to four years ago? You’re not alone. Unemployment rates in Oregon, Washington, and across the United States remain at historic lows. And the current labor shortage shows no sign of slowing soon. But it’s not only the unemployment rate that has changed since the start of… Read more »
How to Embrace Authenticity: Shae Noble’s Job Search Success Story
Meet Shae Noble, the Interim Chief People Officer and Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Pacific University. In this job search success story, Shae shares how she embraced authenticity and leveraged LinkedIn and personal outreach in her search. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I am a passionate… Read more »
Dust Off Your Resume: Amanda Green’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Amanda Green, director of finance and administration for Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ), shares how word of mouth and support from friends and a recruiter played a pivotal role in her quick, successful job search. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I’m a CPA… Read more »
Keep Your Chin Up: Amelia Johnson-Lewis’ Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Amelia Johnson-Lewis, marketing director for Corios, shares how to be your own source of encouragement and maintain a positive attitude during a job search. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I am a career marketing professional working as Marketing Director for Corios, a… Read more »
How ChatGPT Can Help You Craft Engaging Job Listings to Attract Top Talent
Attracting the right talent in today’s competitive job market can take time and effort. Small employers face unique challenges in recruitment and HR, often constrained by limited budgets. As an AI language model, ChatGPT can assist you in crafting engaging job listings that capture job seekers’ attention and entice them to apply. Before leveraging ChatGPT… Read more »
Staying Open and Curious: Bridget Bimrose’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Bridget Bimrose, associate dean of admission communications and special projects at Reed College, shares how staying open, curious, and adaptable has served her in her career. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I am currently the Associate Dean of Admission Communications & Special… Read more »
Creative Strategies to Market Your Job Listing and Attract Candidates
You’ve crafted an enticing job listing that will motivate candidates to click the “Apply” button. Now it’s time to ensure your listing reaches its intended audience. Relying solely on traditional approaches may not capture the attention and enthusiasm of qualified candidates. To stand out and make an impact, it’s crucial to think outside the box… Read more »
Taking a Proactive Approach: Natalie Roger’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Natalie M. Roger, recruitment and people ops manager at Trovata, shares how she actively networked and marketed herself to find her next opportunity. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I manage all recruitment efforts at Trovata (sourcing, interviewing, creating job descriptions, job postings,… Read more »
Back to the Basics: How to Write a Job Listing that Converts
Most prospective candidates learn about your business first through a job description. If your job listings don’t tell your company’s story in a compelling way, you’re missing a huge opportunity to connect with potential applicants. Give candidates a reason to click “Apply now!” In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to write a job… Read more »
Embracing New Opportunities: Matthew Gross’ Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Matthew Gross, human resources generalist for Pence Construction, shares how he leaned into his community connections to help him transition from the nonprofit to the for-profit sector. What do you do for a career? I have spent most of my career in the nonprofit sector, managing and leading youth… Read more »
Your Guide to the Top Career Podcasts of 2023
More than three years after COVID-19 hit, many people are rethinking their relationship with work and exploring different career paths. Career podcasts continue to play a significant role in helping individuals navigate their careers and achieve their professional goals. After launching Find Your Dream Job in 2015, I decided we all needed a better way… Read more »
Create Your Own North Star: Jenny Mack-Christensen’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Jenny Mack-Christensen, digital marketing manager at Dr. Martens, shares how mapping out her needs ahead of searching and applying for different roles helped her create a North Star. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I work in partner marketing and am currently managing… Read more »
Focusing in on What Matters Most to You: Jen Scott’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Jen Scott, PR Director at Grady Britton, shares how she focused on working for a mission-driven company. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? My career has been in integrated marketing and communications for a variety of agencies and brands. Currently, I serve as… Read more »
How Tapping into Freelance Talent Can Help You Overcome the Labor Shortage
Our relationship with work has transformed over the past few years. Remote, hybrid, and flexible arrangements are here to stay, with the freelance workforce growing three times faster than the traditional workplace. By 2027, more than 50 percent of the U.S. workforce will be freelance. As we continue to navigate a labor shortage, employers are… Read more »
Keep an Eye on Your Dream Organization: Shelby Danzer’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Shelby Danzer, Associate Director of Development for the University of Oregon, shares how she fulfilled her dream of working for her alma mater. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I work in higher education fundraising, raising money to support academic programs and scholarships…. Read more »
How to Overcome a Lack of Career Clarity: Jasmin Huila’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search story, Jasmin Huila, a Community Outreach Coordinator at Mid-Columbia Medical Center, explains how she had to overcome her lack of career clarity to find her dream job. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? My career is being a public health professional. I love public health… Read more »
Leveraging LinkedIn: Jesse Friedman’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Jesse Friedman, director of product marketing for Tremendous, shares how his detailed LinkedIn profile led to an incredible new opportunity. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I’m a product marketer, which means I try to figure out how to match what a company’s… Read more »
Managing Expectations: Kellie Gordon’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Kellie W. Gordon, Senior Recruitment Marketing Consultant for Northwest Permanente, shares how she learned to manage expectations during her job search and focus on her goal of working for a B Corp organization. What do you do for a career? I work in Marketing and Communications, Brand, and External… Read more »
Creating a Meaningful Life: Jessica Ventura’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Jessica Ventura, Legislative Director for Secretary of State Shemia Fagan, shares how she has created a meaningful career path. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I am extremely fortunate to work for Secretary of State Shemia Fagan as her Legislative Director. I oversee… Read more »
Working with a Professional: Aaron Kier’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Aaron Kier, Director of Employee Experience & Inclusion at Act-On Software, shares how he worked with a professional to create a strong and polished resume. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? An elevator pitch for what I do is tough — essentially, if… Read more »
Tapping Into Community: Rae Rawls Dunnaville’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Rae Rawls Dunnaville, Communications Innovation and Technology Analyst at RISE Partnership, shares how she tapped into her community for job search support. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? RISE Partnership is an organization that delivers union-won training and benefits to 80,000 workers across Oregon,… Read more »
A Job Market in Flux: Jenny Affan’s Job Search Success Story
In this job search success story, Jenny Affan, Community Manager for Brazi Bites, shares how she treated her job search like a marathon, not a sprint. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I work in the marketing department as a Community Manager for Brazi Bites. How long did it… Read more »