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“Ability to work independently” tops the list of qualities hiring managers most want to see, PeopleScout survey reveals

CHICAGO, Ill.—April 6, 2021—Over the past year, the pandemic has changed so many facets of the job market—but there is one area where job seekers may want to pay particular attention: what companies are looking for in job candidates. According to a survey out today from leading global RPO provider, PeopleScout, the overwhelming majority of hiring managers say the pandemic has changed what qualities they want to see in potential new hires. The most important quality they’re hoping to see? A job candidate’s ability to work independently.  

In the survey, 71% of hiring managers say the pandemic has impacted the qualities they look for in job candidates, with the vast majority noting “ability to work independently” (94%) as an essential quality. Meanwhile, 68% of hiring managers say they are having a hard time finding qualified candidates for their open positions.

“The job market has changed substantially over the past year, and so have the qualities that matter most to those who are hiring. We want to help people who are looking for work better understand those changes so that they can put their best foot forward on their resumes and in job interviews,” said PeopleScout President Brannon Lacey. “PeopleScout works with companies across the U.S. and around the globe to help them find the best job candidates, and job seekers can use these insights to stay up to date on what employers are looking for in a quickly changing job market to help them stand out.”

Since the pandemic’s onset, the most critical qualities that hiring managers will be looking for in job candidates, in order of importance, are:

1. Ability to work independently.
2. Ability to handle stress.
3. Flexibility.
4. Communication.
5. Being self-guided.

About the survey: the PeopleScout survey of hiring managers was conducted between Dec. 19, 2020 and Jan. 2, 2021. The margin of error is +/- 4%.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Charlotte, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact:
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

Recognition awarded for the company’s work with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation

London – April 1, 2021 – PeopleScout won the highly competitive Employee Engagement award at the 2021 RAD Awards for its work with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The judges described the campaign as “topical, timely, brave and rewarding.” The judges added that “everything was aligned for this project, and it’s a very well-deserved winner.”

King’s College Hospital wanted to show appreciation to their staff in the aftermath of phase one of COVID-19 and looked to raise awareness of open positions to support the significant hiring needs related to the pandemic.

The PeopleScout team developed the “Big Thank You” campaign, which consisted of 300 pieces of “thank you” artwork constructed in 18 installations. Each piece of artwork featured a portrait photograph of an employee and a quote from a colleague describing the employee’s work and thanking them for what they had done. The campaign showcased 166 valued employees across a range of clinical and nonclinical roles.

Nicola Ranger, Chief Nurse & Executive Director of Midwifery said of the campaign: “The staff response to these images has been extraordinary and has created a real buy-in and the internal buzz that we were after. It has been fantastic and has gone way beyond my expectations. Thank you so much.”

“We are honored to be recognized for this incredibly meaningful campaign,” said Andrew Wilkinson, Executive Leader, Group Managing Director – EMEA and APAC. “The pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we must approach recruitment marketing and employer branding. With this campaign, we had an opportunity to address recruiting issues by showcasing the power of team and recognizing how essential each individual’s effort is to ultimately delivering an exemplary experience during a challenging time.”

This recognition builds upon PeopleScout’s history of top award honors. In 2020, PeopleScout won four Recruitment Marketing Awards (RMAs), including Agency of the Year and Campaign of the Year. PeopleScout also won four 2020 RAD awards, including Work of the Year as well as in the Innovation, Use of Social and Out of Home Advertising categories.

Learn more about the making of the “Big Thank You” campaign.

To learn more about PeopleScout and how PeopleScout delivers Next Generation RPO visit www.peoplescout.com.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Charlotte, Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information about PeopleScout and its Now to Next brand promise, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

Q1 issue explores content related to current and upcoming challenges and opportunities across the talent acquisition industry

CHICAGO – March 30, 2021 – PeopleScout today released the Q1 2021 issue of its award-winning PeopleScout NEXT magazine. Available at www.peoplescout.com/next, the magazine provides actionable insights on the rapidly changing talent acquisition, talent technology and workforce management landscape as employers look ahead to the post-COVID-19 hiring recovery.

“At PeopleScout, we are already seeing a heightened focus on talent technology, full RPO and project recruiting programs to handle demand as hiring returns. We are also seeing growing interest in Total Workforce Solutions as many organizations leverage temporary or other contingent roles for greater flexibility,” said PeopleScout President Brannon Lacey. “Organizations that are hiring for permanent roles are facing high applicant volumes and bottlenecks moving candidates through the process efficiently. And, despite the large number of candidates, employers still need to compete for top talent, as candidates are aggressively pursuing multiple opportunities. This issue of NEXT covers these topics and others relevant to the current climate.”

In this issue of PeopleScout NEXT, talent professionals will find insights on:

• Addressing mental health in the workplace
• Virtual interviewing solutions
• How to improve your employer brand through employer review sites
• Talent technology from PeopleScout Vice President of Product Anna Turner
• Why Total Workforce Solutions are an ideal recruiting solution for recovery during the Great Rehire
• How to leverage an internal mobility program to rebuild your workforce from within
• Best practices for sourcing a diverse slate of candidates and more!

PeopleScout NEXT began publication in 2018 and has since gone on to receive numerous awards for its writing and design. In October 2020, PeopleScout NEXT magazine was named a Gold winner in the Publication, Magazine category in the 2020 MUSE Creative Awards competition. This win followed two 2019 MarCom Awards: Platinum in the Print Media — Writing category and Gold in Print Media — Design for PeopleScout NEXT.

About PeopleScout NEXT
NEXT is PeopleScout’s publication covering an expansive array of talent acquisition and workforce management topics and technology trends, designed to provide readers with the knowledge they need to go from advice to advantage. PeopleScout’s audience is focused on what’s next – the future of work, impending skills shortages and technological advances. The goal of PeopleScout NEXT is to provide talent leaders with both the big ideas and small steps they can take today to make sure they are set up for future success. You can access the latest edition of PeopleScout NEXT here.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Charlotte, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact:
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

Study identifies the entry-level jobs with the highest numbers of current openings

Chicago – February 18, 2021 – PeopleScout identifies the best entry-entry level positions for the millions of out-of-work Americans looking to change careers because of the coronavirus pandemic.

For those looking for a new career, PeopleScout has analyzed millions of full-time job postings to identify the jobs and industries that are hiring entry level workers now. All roles on this list require 0-2 years of experience, though some require specific certifications or degrees. PeopleScout’s analysis also shows that demand for these roles is growing.

Drivers of heavy and tractor-trailer trucks make up the largest number of current job openings, followed closely by a large number of roles in the medical field. Customer service, technology, banking and accounting, and human resources positions also were among the top jobs available.

“At PeopleScout, we know workers, particularly from the leisure and hospitality sector, have been hit hard by the pandemic,” said PeopleScout President Brannon Lacey. “Recent surveys have shown that more than half of unemployed workers are looking to change careers. This study identifies the types of entry-level positions with the most open jobs today. We know that some workers are looking to bring their existing skillsets into new roles immediately, while others are looking to obtain additional education or certifications. Our analysis shows there are opportunities for both types of workers.”

This PeopleScout study examined more than 3.8 million full-time, entry-level jobs posted since November 2020. This study is intended to help workers who are looking to shift careers identify the best opportunities.

The full list of jobs includes:

1. Drivers (Includes drivers of heavy and tractor-trailer trucks, light trucks and passenger vehicles)
2. Medical workers (Includes nurses, respiratory therapists, medical and health services managers, medical assistants, lab technicians, home healthcare aids, physical therapists and pharmacy techs)
3. Maintenance and repair workers
4. Customer service representatives
5. Technology workers (Includes software developers, computer user support specialists, network and computer systems administrators, computer systems analysts and information security analysts)
6. Stockers and order fillers
7. Sales representatives and managers
8. Secretaries and administrative assistants
9. Banking and accounting positions (Includes accountants and auditors, bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks, financial managers, loan officers and financial investment analysts)
10. Human resources specialists

For those looking to change careers, PeopleScout recommends refreshing your resume and LinkedIn profile to highlight skills and experience that translate to your desired new career.

Unemployed workers can also find job training in their areas through the American Job Center Network. Workers who were laid off may be eligible for training services through the Dislocated Worker program through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Those who qualify for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program food benefits may also qualify for SNAP Employment & Training programs.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is the world’s largest RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Charlotte, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact:
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

PeopleScout NEXT Magazine and Talking Talent Podcast Recognized by NYX Awards and Vega Digital Awards

CHICAGO – January 12, 2021 – PeopleScout’s NEXT magazine and Talking Talent podcast have received multiple awards recognizing outstanding thought leadership.

PeopleScout has been named a Gold winner in the Audio & Podcasts category for its Talking Talent podcast and in the Publications, Magazine category for PeopleScout NEXT magazine in the 2020 NYX MarCom Awards. The NYX MarCom Awards received over 1,600 entries from 33 countries.

In addition, PeopleScout’s Talking Talent podcast was named a Centauri winner in the Audio (Campaign), Podcast Series category and PeopleScout NEXT magazine was named an Arcturus winner in the Owned Media, eMagazine category in the 2020 Vega Digital Awards. The Vega Digital Awards received over 1,400 entries from 32 countries.

“It always brings me joy to see talented individuals gain recognition for their work,” said Kenjo Ong, CEO of NYX Awards and Vega Digital Awards. “To have creativity thrive and grow despite adversity, and having PeopleScout exemplify that, is certainly awe-inspiring.”

These global wins follow three top honors in the 2020 MUSE Creative Awards: Gold in the Audio, Podcast category for Talking Talent, Gold in the Publication, Magazine category for PeopleScout NEXT magazine and Silver in the Corporate Identity category for the PeopleScout brand identity. Additionally, PeopleScout won Gold in the 2020 AVA Digital Awards in the audio production/radio category for Talking Talent.

PeopleScout was also recently named a Leader—the highest rating—in every category in NelsonHall’s global 2020 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO and a Leader in Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2020. The company was also named a global leader in HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings for RPO, Managed Service Provider and Total Workforce Solutions.

View the full list of 2020 NYX MarCom Award winners here and the full list of Vega Digital Award winners here.

About Talking Talent
Talking Talent with PeopleScout is an audio series that digs into issues related to talent acquisition and workforce management. The podcast leverages perspectives from thought leaders across the globe who share insights drawn from years of experience in the industry. The series covers everything from the unique challenges sourcing, recruiting and retaining talent in the healthcare industry to how employers and organizations around the globe grapple with skills shortages and changing candidate expectations. Talking Talent also discusses the role technology plays—both disrupting traditional talent acquisition models and solving new challenges. Listen to Talking Talent on Apple Podcasts, or anywhere you listen to podcasts.

About PeopleScout NEXT
NEXT is PeopleScout’s publication covering an expansive array of talent acquisition and workforce management topics and technology trends, designed to provide readers with the knowledge they need to go from advice to advantage. PeopleScout’s audience is focused on what’s next—the future of work, impending skills shortages and technological advances. The goal of PeopleScout NEXT is to provide talent leaders with both the big ideas and small steps they can take today to make sure they are set up for future success. You can access the latest edition of PeopleScout NEXT here.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is the world’s largest RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Charlotte, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact:
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

TACOMA, WA – December 15, 2020 – TrueBlue is pleased to announce that four of its leaders have been named to the HRO Today 2020 HR Superstars list. Each year, HRO Today releases its list of HR Superstars, which recognizes those who are leading the way in HR transformation and innovation at their organizations.

“2020 brought a series of unprecedented obstacles to the business world, completely transforming the way work is done. HR leaders were there on the front lines, ready to rethink their strategies, adopt new technologies, and remain agile and flexible to meet the new needs of the business and the workforce,” said HRO Today editorial staff. “In this moment of immense disruption, we think it’s important to recognize HR leaders that have gone above and beyond to support their teams and the health and well-being of their employees.”

The TrueBlue executives featured this year include:

Patrick Beharelle
Chief Executive Officer, TrueBlue
As CEO of one of the largest specialized workforce solutions providers, Beharelle leads TrueBlue’s mission to connect people and work. As a global force for good, in 2019 the company connected approximately 724,000 jobseekers with meaningful work. Known for challenging the status quo, Beharelle is driving a digital transformation at TrueBlue and within the staffing industry as a whole through the development of breakthrough technologies. Beharelle has spent more than two decades in staffing, recruitment process outsourcing, and consulting. He joined TrueBlue in 2014 following the acquisition of PeopleScout and Staff Management, where he served as CEO from 2009 to 2014 and delivered a solid track record of organic growth. Beharelle was inducted into Staffing Industry Analysts’ Hall of Fame in 2018.

Taryn Owen
President, PeopleReady
Owen serves as president of PeopleReady, the industrial staffing powerhouse that puts nearly 300,000 people to work each year. Owen is spearheading PeopleReady’s digital transformation, most notably through its cutting-edge JobStack platform, which connects employers with job seekers 24/7—winner of the 2020 top Mobile Site and App Award winner at the American Business Awards. Widely recognized for her industry leadership and passion for empowering others, Owen won the 2019 Multiplier of the Year award for the U.S. SMB category and has received a Gold Stevie Award for Female Executive of the Year and a Gold American Business Award for Executive of the Year.

Brannon Lacey
President, PeopleScout 
Lacey serves as president of PeopleScout, the world’s largest RPO and an award-winning provider of MSP, total workforce and talent advisory solutions. As a strategic partner to organizations across the globe, PeopleScout provides the people, process and technology that employers need to succeed in today’s talent landscape. As PeopleScout President, Lacey is focused on finding innovative ways for companies to connect with talent and driving the company’s ongoing digital transformation and global expansion. Lacey is a technology-centric leader with significant expertise in product management as well as broad experience in human capital solutions and global leadership.

Carl Schweihs
President, PeopleManagement
Schweihs is president of PeopleManagement, TrueBlue’s workforce management division, which specializes in on-site and contingent workforces. Across three staffing businesses—Centerline, SIMOS, and Staff Management | SMX—Schweihs combines innovative, technology-based solutions with workforce strategy to help bridge talent gaps and prepare tomorrow’s supply chain talent for the future. From manufacturing and fulfillment to distribution and transportation, PeopleManagement connects Fortune 1000 supply chain companies with hundreds of thousands of workers, helping companies meet workers where they are and how they want to work, whether they are looking for part-time, temporary or full-time work.

About TrueBlue
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2019, TrueBlue connected approximately 724,000 people and work. Its PeopleReady segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing, PeopleManagement offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial driver services, and PeopleScout offers recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider (MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries. Learn more at www.trueblue.com.

Media Contact          
David Irwin
TrueBlue Communications Director
dirwin@trueblue.com
630-453-1120