by Sharlene Massie | Jun 25, 2026 | Human Resources
Let’s be honest: Alberta weather can be wildly unpredictable. We’ve all seen a sudden May snowstorm hijack a long weekend, only to be followed by scorching summer heat a few days later. Good, bad, or ugly, Albertans always find a way to get around it. Victoria Day is...
by Sharlene Massie | Jun 17, 2026 | Founder's Thoughts
Thirty years. Three decades of people, partnerships, placements, conversations, celebrations, challenges, and growth. As we celebrate 30 years of About Staffing, we’ve been reflecting on the incredible journey that brought us here — and most importantly, the people...
by Sharlene Massie | Jun 4, 2026 | Hiring Tips & Trends
In today’s hiring market, negotiation is not just about salary. It is about timing, positioning, leverage, and insight. The reality is simple.The strongest hiring deals rarely happen one-on-one. They happen when a skilled third party steps in to guide, advocate, and...
by Sharlene Massie | May 25, 2026 | Industry Insights, Workplace & Career Insights
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, one thing is clear: what you can do matters, but how you’ve learned to do it still plays an important role. At About Staffing, we analyze hiring trends and compensation data every day. By leveraging tools like the Hays Salary...
by Sharlene Massie | May 18, 2026 | Founder's Thoughts
Lately, it feels like life has turned into one long receipt. Coffee? Up.Insurance? Up.Groceries? Don’t even ask, apparently lettuce is now a luxury good.Business costs? Also up, in case you thought you could escape personally by suffering professionally. And taxes,...
