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3 Tips for Un-Complicating Your Job Search

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Is your job search starting to get you very stressed out? Are you overwhelmed by all the different things that you need to keep track of and do in order to get a job? You are not alone. Many people feel frustrated over the job search process – particularly if it takes months to land even one interview.

However, there are some things you can do to streamline and simplify things so that you are staying on track and making the best use of your time. Here are some ways to un-complicate your job search.

1. Decide what type of job you want.

Believe it or not this can be a very difficult thing for some people. This is especially true if you had put certain types of jobs in the past and you think that you can only do those types of jobs. But what you need to understand is that you have a broad gamut of skills that would be valuable to a potential employer. Take the time to participate in a few career personality tests which can be taken online and identify the top-three career choices for your particular talents.

2. Clean up your image.

Some people think you should start with your resume but we think that you should start with your public profiles. 95 percent of all recruiters are looking through candidate profiles on their social networks before they even pick up the phone to call them for an interview. Make sure that you clean up your profiles, remove any questionable content, and put your best foot forward with a professional headshot photo and information about your career.

3. Work with a career coach.

You don’t have to go it alone with a job search! There are skilled professionals out there ready and willing to help you along the way. Contact your local staffing agency and find out if you can get support there for your job search. Consider hiring a certified career coach in your area of expertise to guide you along the way. Get support by joining a job network where you can learn of new job opportunities and talk to others about your journey.

The above three steps will set you on the right path in very little time at all. Be sure to check out the new job openings available at Advance Staffing Solutions, and reach out to us any time you need help with your job search — from resumes to interviews, we’re here to help you!

 

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40 Immediate Openings in Rossford!!!

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

Advance Staffing Solutions has 40 Immediate Openings!!!

We are having open registration Friday June 3rd from 8 a.m.  – 2 p.m. 

We have immediate openings for a Rossford company on 1st and 2nd shifts. 

These are full time positions Monday – Friday with occasional overtime on Saturday’s. 

Qualified candidates must have steel toed boots! 

Starting pay $8.10/hr. with possible pay increase after 90 days!

Other positions also available! 

Applicants must bring 2 valid forms of identification. 

Registration will take approximately 1 – 1 ½ hours to complete!

Save time by completing our online application before registering at: www.advancestaffingsolutions.com

Already Registered? Call our office for details at 419-882-7646.

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Are You Working Too Much? Here Are Some Telltale Signs

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Has it occurred to you that you might be working too much? You may have the nagging feeling that you are starting to get burned out or just not as enthusiastic about your job as you used to be. It’s not uncommon for people to feel this way, especially if they’ve been on the job for a number of years. On top of that, a lot of people are overwhelmed by the extra duties that they’ve been tasked with as a result of recession layoffs.

It’s never a good idea to feel like this for very long. Something has to give. Here’s how to determine if you are working too much, and what steps you need to take to regain work-life balance.

Examine your work habits

Are you the kind of person who typically takes on extra projects or works extra hours to get the job done? If so, then you might be a workaholic. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can contribute to a loss of productivity over time from being overwhelmed. Also, consider some of your other habits such as how you manage your time and projects. Do you have a good system? Or do you simply take on things as they are thrown at you? Your work habits can dictate how well you are able to handle work and priorities. It may be time to come up with a better system.

Check your health

Do you often experience colds or feelings of being run down? Or perhaps you feel stressed a lot? These can be the telltale signs that you are working too much and that you need to find a better way of handling things. Consider making a trip to your doctor’s office to rule out any medical problems that may be contributing to extra tiredness or stress. Then, schedule some much-needed time off. While you are away from the office, think about some ways that you can delegate a few tasks to others .

Think about your attitude

Are you starting to dread going to work each day? This can also be a sign that you are working too much and that you need some change. A job that is fulfilling is something that you should look forward to . If you find yourself dragging in the mornings on your way to work you might want to think about a change of career or a reduction in the work that you do . Ask your manager about bringing on a temporary employee to help you get caught up or to reallocate some of your responsibilities to another employee.

Regain work-life balance with a brand new career. Click here to browse our open positions in Michigan and Ohio today!

 

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Open Interviews – Southgate

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Southgate will be hosting Open Interviews
Thursday, June 9th from 10am-2pm!
Positions available in the Downriver Area:
Machine Operator
Quality Inspection
Forklift Operator
Production Worker
General Labor
CNC Programmer/Operator
Grinding Operator
Fabricator/Welder
Import Clerk
Crane Operator
Please bring a current copy of your resume and 2 pieces of valid ID
(State ID or Driver’s License AND Social Security Card or Birth Certificate)
Advance Staffing Solutions
15975 Eureka Rd.
Southgate, MI. 48195
734-288-3654
We look forward to meeting you!

 

Summer Hiring Event – Monroe

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

Currently accepting applications for Industrial and Clerical positions in the Monroe, Carleton, Dundee, Temperance, Milan & Blissfield areas.

Pay Ranges from $9-15/hour

We will have giveaways, snacks and contests. Bring a friend for even more

opportunities to win prizes!

June 21, 2016

9am – 2pm

Advance Staffing Solutions

35 E Front St

Monroe, MI 48161

www.advancestaffingsolutions.com

Be sure to LIKE us on Facebook for updates!

Must be at least 18 years of age
Have a High School Diploma or GED
Must have verifiable work history within the last 12 months
Bring an updated resume and 2 valid forms of ID

Stop Badmouthing the Competition in Interviews!

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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It’s natural for human beings to be competitive. But when it comes to her career some tactfulness can go a long way. This is especially true when it comes to job interviews. Although it can be tempting to say something negative about a former co-worker or company that you work for, it is never a good idea to start badmouthing the competition. Saying something negative during an interview is certainly a no-no. Why? It shows a lack of maturity and could potentially drag things out. Why should you avoid saying negative things about a co-worker or colleague when you have a job interview?

Why should you avoid saying negative things about a co-worker or colleague when you have a job interview? Consider these facts.

It makes you look like a finger-pointer.

In the business world, there are far too many people that become defensive and start pointing fingers at others and blame them, instead of taking responsibility. You do not want to be one of these people. If you talk negatively in an interview, you automatically send up a red flag that you’re somebody who’s not a team player, and instead always look out for yourself.

It can make a negative impression of you.

Unconsciously, when you speak badly of others these feelings and negative attitudes are automatically transferred to you. It’s a psychological phenomenal that’s called spontaneous trait transference. It’s the way people form impressions of each other, so if you are saying negative things, you can bet the listener is forming a negative impression of you.

It concerns the hiring manager if you were to say bad things about them, too.

The quickest way to fail in an interview is to start talking poorly about your former boss or the employer that you work for. In the mind of the hiring manager, it sets up a worry that when you are faced with interviewing with another company in the future you’ll do the same. So whether you’ve had a positive or negative experience with your current or former employer, keep it to yourself.

How can you avoid saying negative things about the competition in an interview? The best course of action is to turn a negative experience into a positive opportunity for your career. Say something like, ‘I was arriving early to accomplish extra work and while my employer didn’t notice it was able to achieve more in my job’. See the difference? The next time you are in an interview think before you speak and you will fare much better.

Need help in your job search? Let the staffing experts at Advance Staffing Solutions help you ace your next interview and land a new job in Michigan or Ohio today!

 

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5 Tips for Using LinkedIn to Catch a Recruiter’s Eye

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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There’s a reason why over 433 million users call LinkedIn home. With new members signing up at the rate of two per second, the platform has grown to be the largest professional network in the world. Therefore, if you want to get a head start in your career, you will want to establish a strong presence on LinkedIn. In this way, you can attract the attention of recruiters at the biggest and best companies in your industry.

Follow these five tips to stand out on LinkedIn and catch a recruiter’s eye for a job opportunity.

Start with an effective profile picture.

Science has shown that people make their first impression of others based on what they see. Therefore, if you want to stand out to recruiters you’ll need to have an outstanding profile picture. Get a friend to assist you with taking a nice headshot that shows you in a professional light wearing business attire, standing in front of a plain background. Use the same photo across all your social networks for more branded presence.

Write a clear and concise headline.

Make sure that your headline says who you are directly and indicates that you are open for work opportunities. For example, you may want to say something like ‘15 year sales professional looking for opportunities’. Keep it simple but direct. Why is this important? Recruiters often do a keyword search, and if they look for words like ‘sales’ or ‘opportunities’ they will come across your profile faster.

Share only industry-relevant career information.

Many people go about using LinkedIn like it’s an online resume. But this is not the right way to do things. Instead, what you want to do is highlight your career achievements and then list the relevant careers that you’ve held under this role. Avoid aging yourself by only listing careers or jobs that you had in the last 10 to 12 years.

Include links to your blogs and portfolio.

The most effective way to use LinkedIn is to show off your work. If you have a blog make sure that you have the RSS feed connected to your LinkedIn to automatically show your most recent posts. If you have an online portfolio of published works such as articles, books, or graphics make sure that you have a link to this as well.

Get connected with all the career networks including recruitment groups.

With 90 percent of recruiters using LinkedIn as a primary source of candidates, your best chance of getting noticed is to participate in career groups, those run by staffing agencies, and recruitment search communities. Make sure that you share relevant content at least once per week to stay on their radar. Respond quickly to messages that you receive from recruiters.

Need more help with your job search, or catching a recruiter’s eye on LinkedIn? Contact Advance Staffing Solutions today!

 

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Need Help Networking for a Marketing Career? Use These 3 Tools

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Networking is a vital part of a marketing career, no matter the years of experience the candidate has. Those who do not network will find it difficult to obtain new job opportunities throughout their careers. Smart marketing candidates have cast a wide net to reel in the best career opportunities, using technology to their advantage.

Networking does not have to bog you down, nor take up a ton of your time. It is something that can be done a couple hours per month or more, if you feel the need. Just remember one thing: Networking makes all the difference throughout the life of your career. If you need to improve your marketing career, use the three tools discussed in this article.

Spiceworks 7.0: Free Mobile Device Management

One of the most recommended networking tools out there today is the Spiceworks 7.0. This is a free mobile device management system that lets you take it wherever you go. It is perfect for the marketing professional who is always on the go, traveling from city to city for events and gigs hosted by their employer or employer’s clients. This software allows you to manage the smartphones and tablets of employees around the world. If an issue ever arises with their devices, the software will allow you to fix that issue without having the device in hand.

GlassWire Network Monitor

GlassWire Network Monitor is another free network tool that many professionals use today to help their marketing career. The software provides a graph for you to view that shows the activity of your network as well as the apps being used by computers on your network. The program keeps a log of network activity for up to 30 days at a time. If malware or other suspicious activity is detected, GlassWire will monitor the activity and send the user alerts.

Netwrix Account Lockout Examiner

What is more frustrating than getting locked out of an account? It’s so hard remembering all the different login names and passwords one has for their variety of social media accounts, personal accounts, work accounts and more. This is a free tool that every marketing professional should have on their devices. The software allows you to troubleshoot locked accounts after receiving an alert from Netwrix.

If you are having trouble networking in your marketing career, then it is time to make a change. There are plenty of free networking tools out there today that can help anyone in the marketing field take charge. Give one or all three discussed today a try. And if you still need help finding a new marketing career, click to browse our open positions today!

 

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How to Beat the Competition to Your Dream Paralegal Career!

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

 

How to Beat the Competition to Your Dream Paralegal Career

 

Ever wanted to work as a paralegal? If so, there are a couple of different ways you can go about landing your dream paralegal career. You will obviously need to go to school first. You can’t just walk into a law firm and apply for a paralegal job. You need to have some form of formal training and maybe even a little experience, too. In this post, we will discuss the best ways to beat the competition to your dream paralegal career.

Unlock an Opportunity for Someone Else

One of the best ways you can land your dream paralegal career is by unlocking an opportunity for someone else. Now, you might think this is crazy, but the best way to make an impression on someone is by helping them out without wanting anything in return. When you do this, you make an impression not only on the person you are helping but also their employer and other people within your network who could offer you a job in the future.

Consider doing this for someone who works at your dream company. Connect with them on social media, possibly LinkedIn, and message them about an opportunity you know they will love. It opens the door for possible reciprocity down the road.

Become a Fan of the Company First

The first thing you should do before applying for any paralegal job is to become an all-out fan of the organization. Paralegals don’t just work in law firms. They can be found in major corporations that have in-house legal departments. Learn about the company in and out. Sign up for newsletters, “like” them on social media, and stay up-to-date on their blog. Once you are a true fan, you can then write your cover letter. Let your enthusiasm for the company shine through on the cover letter. Talk about your favorite product or service offered by the company and show how emotionally invested you are. This can only benefit you in the long run.

Create an Audition for Yourself

Not every job out there allows you to audition for it. If you work as a chef or actor, you are set. You can audition instead of really sitting down for a job interview. But, as a paralegal, you really can’t audition your skills or experience. Despite this, you need to find a way that you can audition for a potential employer. Call the interviewer before your interview and find out what recent problems the company has been having. Come up with a solution or two and turn it into a presentation you can make during the actual interview. It can’t hurt your chances!

Landing your dream paralegal job is not as out of reach as you might think. Take the time to plan ahead and consider different ways to make an impression, and you will be able to land the job. If you need help landing a paralegal job in Michigan or Ohio, click here to browse our current openings!

 

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Are You a First-Time Job Seeker? Read This Advice

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Being a first-time job seeker can be daunting and nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to define who you are. People become a first-time job seeker by graduating from college and entering the workforce, by heading to work for the first time in life or by leaving a life-long job that was earned while still in school. If you are a first-time job seeker, be sure to read the advice below so you can make the most of this opportunity.

Don’t Make Resume Mistakes

The first killer of a successful job search is making mistakes on your resume. These mistakes include spelling and grammar issues, the resume doesn’t stand out from the crowd and the resume has not been tweaked to target each job. It has been said so much, but it is important to have others review your resume. You also should tweak each resume for the job for which you are applying.

Failure to Prepare for the Interview

A first-time job seeker typically has zero job interview experience. They might have just a little bit if they interviewed for an internship while in school, but that’s about it. You can’t count interviews for summer jobs or jobs worked in high school because those questions are too easy to answer. If you fail to prepare for the job interview, then you will surely have trouble landing a job. Prepare by practicing answers to potentially difficult questions, practicing your positive body language and more.

Inappropriate Dress Attire

Another job search killer is inappropriate dress attire at the job interview. First-time job seekers tend to make this mistake more often than not. Please dress for the job you want. If you are interviewing for a job in a business setting, wear a suit. If you are interviewing for a job in a warehouse, wear business-casual clothes, but not a suit.

Lack of Company Knowledge

One of the most important things you must do as a first-time job seeker is learn about the company where you applied. If you know nothing about the company, it will show in the interview in how you answer questions and in the questions you ask the interviewer. Take 30 minutes out of your day and learn about the company and its services. It will go a long way in the end.

First-time job seekers need to follow the advice outlined in this post if they want to be successful in their search. For more support, and help with finding an entry-level job, get in contact with the caring staffing agents at Advance Staffing Solutions.

 

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Is Your Resume Going Nowhere Online?

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Finding a job can be one of the toughest things to do today because of the stiff competition. But, you might be hindering your own job search by having a poor resume. Almost all job openings are posted online, which means gone are the days of mailing your resume and cover letter via the post office to a company. If your resume is going nowhere online, be sure to follow some of the tips here to change your fortune.

Are You Applying for the Right Jobs?

Just because you can apply for jobs online, it doesn’t mean you should apply for every job you find. Sending in your resume for jobs you have zero qualifications for will only frustrate your search. You likely will not hear anything back from the company. Begin applying for jobs that meet your education background and career experience. Also, make sure you have skills for jobs that might be out of your experience.

Did You Tailor Your Resume?

We know how easy it can be to apply for a job online. It takes just a matter of seconds for some and minutes for others, depending on the length of the application requirements. When sending in your resume online, be sure you still tailor it according to the job for which you are applying. You cannot send in generic resumes for every job online. This will get you nowhere fast.

Social Media Account Check

Make sure you run a social media account check prior to submitting your resume online. Your resume, experience, background and education might be spectacular, but your social media accounts could deter you from securing a job offer. Sift through all of your social media accounts and remove inappropriate pictures, comments and other material that potential employers could discover about you.

Use a Personal Website

Take the time out of your day to make a personal website. It doesn’t have to be extraordinary. It only has to showcase your skills, experience and best work possible. A personal website will make it easier for employers to learn about you and what you bring to the table.

If your resume is going nowhere online, it might not just be the resume itself. You might be doing, or not doing, things that cause a failed job search. Take note of the tips in this post and change your luck. Let the staff of Advance Staffing Solutions take the hard part out of the job search for you! Browse our open jobs online today, or contact us to learn about finding a new job in Michigan and Ohio!

 

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4 Tips for Creating a Stronger Welding Resume

HMG Success on October 7, 2026

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Your welding resume reflects what you have to offer to an employer.  When poorly designed, your resume may be tossed aside with little consideration.  To ensure your welding resume gets the attention it deserves, take a look at the following tips.

Start with a Strong Summary

The summary section provides recruiters with a quick introduction to what you have to offer, so make sure that it is concise and informative in nature.  Treat it like a headline, or billboard, used to entice the reader to want to know more.

Make Your Qualifications Stand Out

Include a section on your welding resume to highlight which skills you bring to the table, using bullet points to bring attention to your qualifications.  List relevant hard skills, such as specific welding techniques, and soft skills, such as supervisory experience.

Match your applicable skills to those listed in the job posting.  This can help your resume make it through automated screening processes and quickly establishes why you are a good fit for the position.

However, be sure to avoid listing skills that are often considered a given, or those that have little meaning, such as:

  • Hard Worker
  • Punctual
  • Familiarity with Welding Equipment and/or Safety Gear

These banalities are unnecessary and take up valuable space that could be used to address more important information.

Arrange Your Work Experience and Education

If you have experience working in the welding field, list your work experience before your education, especially if it is substantial.  If you have been a professional welder for some time, and the most recent position was in the welding field, list your work experience chronologically.  If the most recent position was in an unrelated field, consider listing your work history based on the relevance to the position.  This brings attention to the work you have completed that will be of the greatest interest to recruiters.

For those looking to enter the welding field, list your education first to demonstrate your credentials. The education you list can include degrees achieved, such as an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology, or various industry-specific certifications or completed training programs.  This allows recruiters to see that you do have formal training before reviewing work experience that is not related to the field.

Confirm Your Contact Information is Correct

While adding contact information seems simple, it is critical that it is listed correctly. Confirm your name, email address and phone number are accurate, as these are the most likely ways a recruiter will contact you.  Don’t label your phone number or email address, as the format used is recognizable on its own.

If you are interested in finding a new position, the professionals at Advance Staffing Solutions are here to help.  No matter your experience level, they can help match you to job opportunities throughout the area.  Contact us today!

 

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