Is Raise Legit? Here’s everything you need to know
Is Raise a real recruitment company? Yes! Raise is a recruitment and staffing agency based out of Oakville, Ontario and Houston, Texas. Formerly known as the Ian Martin Group, Raise has been connecting clients with skilled candidates for over 65 years. Working in a variety of industries including Energy and Power, IT and Engineering, Skilled […]
Why Choose Contingent Work?
There are lots of reasons to choose contingent work. With our many years of experience, these are some of the things we’ve learned about the benefits of contract work. Limited-term contracts can create a sense of work-life balance. Having set contracts gives you flexibility and control because it lets you choose projects and companies […]
Recruiters Off the Clock: Is Checking References Officially Extinct?
They spend hours rounding up recruits, scoping out search assignments, consulting with their clients, and negotiating job offers. At the end of a long day, they’re ready to dish and we make sure we’re on hand to capture their very best insights to share in our Recruiters Off the Clock blog series. The Question: Does […]
Contract Work Compass: Who can I turn to for support?
Raise’s Contractor Success Team is a virtual support team that is always available to assist our contractors while on assignment. Discover the many ways they’ll be there for you when you need them.
Contract Work Compass: Contracting services through your own company
The rise of the gig economy means more technical professionals are offering their skills on a freelance basis. Learn how Raise can support you on your path as an independent contractor and some of the key things you should keep in mind as you chart your course.
Contract Work Compass: How are contract employees paid?
Learn about the differences in payment between contract positions and direct hire positions in our Contract Work Compass blog series. Let Raise help you navigate your way through the new world of work with honest answers to the questions that are on candidates’ minds.
Contract Work Compass: Deciding between contract and salaried work
There are some key differences to be aware of when you’re deciding between contract and a direct hire, or permanent, position. Answer these four questions in our Contract Work Compass blog post to see which might be a better fit for your unique personality.
Contract Work Compass: Contract vs direct hire positions
What’s the difference between a contract position and a direct hire position? Get the answer to this and other questions we often hear from candidates in our Contract Work Compass blog series. Let Raise help you navigate your way through the new world of work.
Why Some Industries Rely So Heavily on Contract Staff
In some industries, like tech or engineering, businesses rely heavily on contract staff. Contractors are brought on quickly and then let go when the business’s needs change. For human resource professionals, this type of hiring brings new challenges. In other industries, HR managers need to find the right employees for the job. In industries that […]
How to Improve Your Onboarding Process
Sometimes, it can be difficult for workers to adapt to their new jobs. Roles and expectations may be different, and it can take time for newcomers to integrate themselves into a new work culture. The pressure to fit in can overwhelm recent hires, which is why an effective onboarding process is so important for many […]