
It’s Almost Grape Harvest Time in California — Here’s How to Find a Great Seasonal Job
It’s mid-summer, which means we’re approaching the California grape harvest. Running August through October, the grape harvest is a massive undertaking that requires a temporary

12 Tips for Planning for the Busy Hospitality Season
The hospitality industry is known for its seasonal peaks, especially during the high tourism months of summer. For the people in charge of hiring, this

The Most Common Questions About the Direct Hire (or Direct Recruiting) Process
If you’re looking to grow your business, you’re almost certainly looking at a major hiring push. But since hiring can be costly and inefficient, you

What to Expect When You Use a Direct Hire Staffing Agency
As leaders in direct hires, temp placement, and other recruiting and hiring needs in Northern California, we’ve spent thousands of hours placing ideal candidates with

7 Summer Safety Tips for Employees Working in the Heat
We’ve seen record heat these past few years in California, and there’s no reason to expect to get a break this coming summer. But employees

6 Seasonal Jobs for Summer and Fall in California
Summer and fall are peak tourism seasons in California, and they also mark the grape harvest season, which powers the booming wine industry. It’s a

25+ Jobs Hiring Now in California (by Region)
As California’s top employment agency, the team at Star Staffing gets no end of delight from seeing new job listings each month. Whether you’re searching

How to Recruit and Hire Diverse Candidates
The most common mistake organizations make in trying to recruit and hire diverse candidates is to focus entirely on the hiring process and call it

4 Unexpected Benefits of Using a Staffing Firm Over In-House Teams
Any business owner or senior executive will tell you what’s keeping them up at night: hiring and everything that goes along with it, like staffing

How to Celebrate Mother’s Day at Work
Did you know 72% of American mothers with children under 18 also work? With stats like that, Mother’s Day takes on a whole new meaning

5 Ways HR Pros Can Use AI for Hiring and Retention
When it comes to human resources work, the human part of the job title is critical. Human resources professionals are in the people business, and

Diplomacy & Courage: How to Have Difficult Conversations as an HR Professional
As an HR professional, you’ve likely had at least a few difficult conversations at work. But have you ever experienced a situation where you must