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June 2026 Jobs Report: Jobs Growth Moderates
The fact that hiring in the temporary jobs sector is on a positive trajectory may offer a glimmer of brighter days ahead. Will you be ready?

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6 days ago2 min read


What Recruiters Actually Look For (From Someone Who Reads Resumes All Day)
Learn what recruiters look for in a resume—from green flags that get you hired to red flags to avoid. Real tips from a Spherion staffing recruiter on what makes a good resume. Here's the thing: Recruiters spend about 7.4 seconds (really!) on an initial resume scan. In those seconds, recruiters are looking for early indicators that you can do the job. And oftentimes, the difference between a resume that earns a phone call and one that gets passed over comes down to a detail th

Spherion
Jul 88 min read


How Temp Staffing Agencies Fill Business Critical Roles Fast
One of the biggest misconceptions employers have about staffing agencies is that the speed comes at the expense of quality. The reality is that the speed is possible because of a ton of preparation that happens long before you ever make the call.

Spherion
Jun 126 min read


May 2026 Jobs Report: Jobs Growth Continues to Surge
Many employers continue to report difficulty filling open jobs, citing a mismatch of candidate skills and competencies. Likewise, those seeking employment bemoan both a lack of opportunities and extended timelines needed to secure a position in the continuing “low-hire/low-fire” environment.

Spherion
Jun 82 min read


The Real Cost of a Bad Hire
The cost of a bad hire is one of those business risks that feels abstract until it lands in your lap, and then it's very concrete. In this article, we'll walk through what those costs add up to and, more importantly, how to sidestep them.

Spherion
May 307 min read


AI Can’t Do These 5 Things For You
We're walking through five areas where your human advantages beat AI every single time, and how you can put them to work.

Spherion
May 167 min read


April 2026 Jobs Report: Growth Remains Solid
Following strong growth in March, April recorded another month of solid activity with the addition of 115,000 new jobs.

Spherion
May 122 min read


Spherion Named to Forbes’ America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms 2026 List
Forbes’ distinction, based on evaluations from more than 13,000 external recruiters, hiring managers, and job seekers, places Spherion among the top-performing staffing firms in the country.

Spherion In The News
May 52 min read


What Recruiters Can Tell When You Use AI
The red flags that recruiters notice, the strategies that actually work, and how to build an AI job search strategy that gets you in front of the right people.

Spherion
Apr 307 min read


Temp-to-Hire vs. Direct Hire: Which Strategy Saves You Time and Money?
In this article, we’ll walk through the true costs, timelines, and risks of Temp-to-hire vs. Direct Hire approach to determine the best workforce solution for your current need.

Spherion
Apr 167 min read


March 2026 Jobs Report: Labor Market Bounces Back
The rate of compensation gains also slowed in March, contributing to a 3.5% annual increase in compensation, which represents a 5-year low. Not only will lighter wallets make it more difficult for workers to battle inflation, weakness in compensation trends reflects lower demand for labor.

Spherion
Apr 32 min read


How to Work with a Recruiter
Demystify the process of working with a recruiter and show you how this can become one of the most helpful tools in your job search.

Spherion
Mar 308 min read


February 2026 Jobs Report: Labor Market Contracts By 92,000
Unemployment Rate Inches Up Jobs Growth Pulling a complete reversal after last month’s spike in hiring, the labor market contracted in February, with a loss of 92,000 jobs. Top Industries Breaking a long-held record of month-over-month growth, employment in health care decreased in February, primarily reflecting now-resolved strike activity in California. Employment in information services and the federal government continued to trend down. Unemployment The unemployment rate

Spherion
Mar 172 min read


Small Business Hiring Strategies: How to Compete for Talent with Big Companies
How can small businesses compete with large corporations for employees in a competitive hiring market?

Spherion
Mar 137 min read


Q&A with Spherion Franchise Owner Beth Delaney
We're proud to celebrate Beth Delaney, a Spherion franchise owner since 2002, as a 2026 Franchise Excellence Award winner by Franchise Business Review. Beth's commitment to excellence, her people-first leadership, and her deep dedication to the communities she serves across Mid Ohio is a shining , real example of Spherion core values at work.

Spherion
Mar 26 min read


AI Tools for Job Seekers: How to Use AI for Career Development
AI is changing how hiring works, but it’s also changing how job seekers prepare. AI can make your job search more efficient, help you spot new opportunities, and give you the confidence to showcase your best skills.

Spherion
Feb 256 min read


How to Professionally Disagree at Work (Without Burning Bridges)
If you’ve ever wondered how to disagree professionally at work without damaging relationships, you’re not the only one

Spherion
Feb 237 min read


7 Tips You Should Know Before a Staffing Agency Interview
Whether it's your first professional interview with an agency like Spherion or you're re-entering the interview scene after a significant hiatus, understanding what to expect can give you the boost you need

Spherion
Feb 204 min read


Why Structured Interviews Improve Hiring Outcomes
A walk through what structured interviews involve and how to strengthen your structured interview process in practical, realistic ways.

Spherion
Feb 186 min read


January 2026 Jobs Report: Growth Surges At Start of New Year
Exceeding all expectations, the January jobs report surprised everyone with job creation numbers that surged ahead of recent monthly activity.

Spherion
Feb 132 min read
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