A new rule recently proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) could bring major changes for independent contractors and the employers that utilize them. Under the proposed rule, which was first published in October 2022, employers would likely need to reclassify at least some of their independent contractors as employees. Citing persisting concerns around…

When choosing a new job, 40 percent of professionals consider company culture a top priority. Given this high number, today’s business leaders realize that a human-centric approach to organizational thinking is the best way to ensure they deliver a company culture that attracts and retains top talent. In fact, 66 percent of executives believe culture…

With Employer of Record services—otherwise known as payrolling—the recruitment agency (like Acara) acts as a contract worker’s official employer while that worker performs services for you. As the payroller for your contract hires, the agency assumes all employee classification responsibilities, absorbs all relationship management and clerical duties, and protects you from sensitive co-employment risks. In…

We are excited to announce that Acara’s job board—formerly Superior Jobs —has moved to the Acara website at jobs.acarasolutions.com! Our goal is to streamline the experience for you as well as provide helpful insights such as interview tips, resume advice, and salary guides. How does this impact you? Already registered: If you’re already registered, you…

Between the transition and normalization of remote work, the economically uncertain “Great Resignation,” and the ongoing challenge that is the “war for talent,” the changes within today’s job market seem to be completely unpredictable. The newest change within the workforce? The way individuals in the job market are seeking out hiring opportunities. However, this method…

A long and versatile career in retail paired with her hard work ethic proved to be the perfect combination to achieving great success at Acara. The most interesting part of Cynthia’s journey to her position as Contractor Care Specialist? She never intended to make a permanent career switch to Acara. In the latest edition of…

Did you know that Portland—Oregon’s largest city with 653K people—is the most bike-friendly city in America with 350+ bike lanes and an advanced bike infrastructure? The city’s commitment to planet Earth along with the new infrastructure for cyclists and walkers earned its recognition as one of Time Magazine’s World’s Great Places of 2022. From Portland,…

Did you know that “22 percent of the American workforce will be remote by 2025”? This statistic, according to a study by Upwork, indicates an “87 percent increase from pre-pandemic levels.” When it comes to leveraging remote work opportunities as part of your employee recruitment and retention efforts, here are some stats and recommendations to…

Both the Coronavirus pandemic and the “Great Resignation” have entirely changed how and who company executives are hiring. A survey conducted by Statistics Canada in September of 2021 found that roughly 26.7 per cent of organizations expected to face obstacles regarding their ability to recruit and retain talent for the next three months. Additionally, the…

Did you write a next-level cover letter and resume? If so, you may have dialed up a phone interview with your prospective employer. During this stage of the game, you need to be prepared to explain the contents of your resume, answer some questions about yourself and your experience, and describe what you hope to…