November 2015

Hello Friends,

Every year before Thanksgiving, it is an American tradition to take stock of all that we feel grateful for. At this time, given the tragedies that we have witnessed in the news and heard through friends around the world, the word “gratitude” seems to take on even greater significance.  As we share a repast with our families and friends, carving into plump turkeys and lovingly made side dishes, please take a moment to consider all of those who cannot enjoy such a day around the world. I, for one, will count my blessings and wish for peace in the world.  We, here at Laufer and Associates, would like to wish a happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

Warmest wishes,

I was in a situation where I needed to work while going to school full time. I was hoping to find a job that could work around my schedule and also pay in the right range. I am very satisfied with how quick and smooth the process has been to work with Laufer and Associates. It feels amazing being a full time student and being able to work at a global firm in the city of Boston. I can’t thank Laufer and Associates enough for all their assistance in finding me a temporary-to-perm position to grow into.

I had always been skeptical about staffing companies until I met with Natasia and Julie, who made me feel very comfortable.  Natasia knew from the beginning that I would be a great fit at my current position. She was able to match up my personality and needs perfectly with the company I was recently placed in. I want to thank all the staff at Laufer and Associates for being so supportive and helpful! I hope many more will have the opportunity to work with Laufer and Associates, as it has been a great experience for me.

Thank you!
Maribel Buenrostro

What a most pleasant surprise, just a few weeks ago, to have been contacted with Julie Laufer via LinkedIn. Although I was not looking for a new job, Julie believed strongly that my work experience could prove to be a great fit for a client and that taking a chance with the position could be a once in a lifetime role for me. I couldn’t resist Julie’s enthusiasm, so I decided to give it a shot and I’m so glad I did!

Throughout the interview process, in addition to determining the job duties and skill sets to be a unique match, I was also able to get a sense of how important the people and the culture are to an organization, and that was important to me. Right away I felt welcomed, like I belong there. And now I’m so excited to start this new endeavor next week. Julie’s ability to identify and align complementary positions and people is truly a talent, as is her organization’s capabilities to guide, promote, and encourage clients. I will highly recommend Laufer and Associates to any job seeker or hiring organization. I for one am humbly grateful that Julie found me, prompted me, and presented this impressively suitable opportunity.

Thank you, my job angel!
Michelle Lambert

Who doesn’t love Thanksgiving? It’s a day of great food, family and reflection; our time to focus on everything we are grateful for in our lives.

Especially while job hunting, Thanksgiving is about being positive and feeling appreciation despite outer circumstances or conditions. It’s about gratitude for how far we’ve come despite the challenges we may have had to work through.

If you are currently looking for work, take some time to reflect on what made you happy in previous jobs. Harness this as a guide to the types of companies you want to work for in the future. Take a minute to be grateful for the interviews, the guidance you’ve received, and the people that connected you with others who can help you start a whole new perspective or approach to your job search.

During your reflection, here are some areas you can look back on and be thankful for as you move forward in your job search.

Time
One important thing to take advantage of during gaps in employment is time. You have time to focus on yourself; to self-reflect and think about what you really want out of life. You have time to exercise, volunteer, pick up some DIY projects, or take on a new hobby that you’ve always wanted to try. An employer wants to hire someone who is stable, balanced, and has a positive attitude. Take advantage of this time by improving yourself and making yourself more valuable to your future employer.

Growth
If you have persevered through a long job search and end up at a rewarding company that you love, you might find that you are grateful for the time you spent searching and for the rejections that led you to where you are now. These obstacles will prepare you for success in your new role.

Experience
When you are serious about finding a job, you put a lot of effort into it. Job hunting can require networking, volunteering, and obtaining new skills. Throughout your job search, you are likely to meet new people and build your professional network, to spend time building your online presence, or even take new courses to build on your skill sets. These new experiences will not only better you as a professional, but they make fabulous additions to your resume to make you an more appealing applicant.

In the end, don’t devalue anything you do during your job search. Be thankful, become inspired, and use all of your experiences to demonstrate your personal and professional growth during this time.