by Sharlene Massie | Apr 20, 2026 | Hiring Tips & Trends, Industry Insights
I am writing this after a recent experience that perfectly highlights a growing issue in hiring. We were working with a client to fill a senior level role.We sourced and presented a strong, well aligned candidate. But during the interview, something shifted. The...
by Sharlene Massie | Apr 13, 2026 | About Staffing, Founder's Thoughts
There’s an old saying: imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In business, that can be true. But it can also be manipulation. After 30 years in business, I’ve seen both. As a long-standing staffing and recruitment agency, About Staffing has experienced firsthand...
by Sharlene Massie | Apr 6, 2026 | Hiring Tips & Trends
From Student to Seasoned Professional In today’s competitive job market, being qualified is not enough. Employers are not just hiring resumes. They are hiring people who bring value, adaptability, professionalism, and presence. After 30 years of interviewing thousands...
by Sharlene Massie | Mar 31, 2026 | Founder's Thoughts
Burnout in Students, Grads, and Newcomers A note to students, grads, and newcomers building life in Alberta. I said something out loud in front of my team that I regret. I said I need six months off to go to Mexico and relax on a beach. I shouldn’t have said that, but...
by Sharlene Massie | Mar 25, 2026 | Founder's Thoughts
I said something out loud in front of my team that I regret. I said I needed six months off on vacation and relax on a beach. I probably should not have said that. The truth is, I was tired and overwhelmed. As a leader, that moment made me pause. If someone in a...
