Events

Brand It Blue Day Is Almost Here!

On Saturday, June 13, Express Employment Professionals offices across North America will gather together for Brand It Blue Day. The event is a day of service aimed to help in the fight against hunger, and you can be a part of it!

There is value in volunteering–both in your personal life and your career–and Brand It Blue Day is a great time to join a good cause. If you’d like to be part of the big day, contact the Express office in your city and ask if they are participating in Brand It Blue Day. You may be able to volunteer your time at a food bank or bring in donations for a food drive. Contact your local Express office and find out if they’ll be joining this day of service so you can help!

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Happy Staffing for Canada Week!

June 1 – 7 is Staffing for Canada Week, and we’re excited to celebrate all of our Express Employment Professionals offices in Canada and the amazing associates they place in jobs every day!

Organized by the Association of Canadian Search, Employment, and Staffing Services, Staffing for Canada Week is an annual event aimed at acknowledging the people who are employed through the staffing profession in Canada.

There are currently 34 Express offices in Canada, and we placed 15,715 Canadian workers across five provinces in 2014. We’re proud of all of our associates and wish everyone a happy Staffing for Canada Week!

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Celebrate Memorial Day With These Facts

In the United States, Memorial Day is Monday, May 25. Established after the Civil War by Union veterans, the first Memorial Day (originally called Decoration Day) was celebrated in 1868. In 1971, the day became an official U.S. holiday and is now celebrated on the last Monday in May.

Memorial Day Facts

  • You may know that Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the military. But, did you know that Congress passed an act in 2010 that encourages everyone to stop at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day for a moment of silence? During this time, Americans are urged to observe a moment of remembrance for all who lost their lives in wars throughout the years.
  • Huffington Post reported in 2013 that there have been a total of 1.19 million war casualties. This equates to an average of 28 burials each weekday at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.
  • The 3rdS. Army Infantry Regiment has placed flags on Arlington graves since 1948, and 220,000 flags were placed for Memorial Day in 2012.
  • The song “Taps,” the 24-note bugle call played at military funerals, was originally used as a signal to notify soldiers to cease their evening activities and return to their garrisons.
  • Many people wear poppies to honor America’s fallen soldiers on Memorial Day. The practice of wearing poppies originates from a poem written by World War I Colonel John McCrae titled “In Flanders Fields.” The poem had a huge impact on two women who worked to initiate the sale of artificial poppies to help those left orphaned or alone after the war.
  • On Memorial Day, it is customary to fly the American flag at half-mast until Noon before raising it to the top of the staff until sunset.

On this day of remembrance, Express reminds everyone to take time to honor our fallen soldiers and loved ones. We wish you a happy Memorial Day!

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Happy Administrative Professionals Day!

According to the latest statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor, more than 4.8 million administrative professionals work in the United States. And according to Statistics Canada, more than 500,000 administrative professionals work in Canada.

To honor this growing industry, Administrative Professionals Day is an unofficial holiday observed in several countries throughout the year. In the United States and Canada, Administrative Professionals Day is Wednesday, April 22. The day recognizes the work of secretaries, administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals.

The idea for the holiday began when Mary Barrett, president of what is now known as the International Association of Administrative Professionals, and C. King Woodbridge, president of Dictaphone Corporation, addressed a national shortage of skilled office workers. From there, the idea for National Secretaries Day, now known as Administrative Professionals Day, was created. The first National Secretaries Day was held June 4, 1952.

Since then, Administrative Professionals Day has become one of the largest observances in the workplace.

At Express Employment Professionals, we are proud of our administrative associates and want to wish them a very happy Administrative Professionals Day!

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Celebrate National Read Across America Day

National Read Across America Day is Monday, March 2. The holiday celebrates the importance of reading and the birthday of beloved author Dr. Seuss.

Across America, thousands of schools, community centers, and libraries will participate in the day by reading to groups of children and teenagers. Even if you aren’t involved with these literacy programs, you can still take advantage of the day by picking up a good book or learning about the importance of literacy when it comes to your career.

There’s no shortage of statistics on literacy and its effect on the lives and welfare of people across the world. Still, it’s easy to take the ability to read for granted. Celebrate National Read Across America Day by reading to a child, picking up a good book on leadership, checking out some job search articles here on Movin’ On Up, or even catching up with some of your favorite Dr. Seuss stories.

This year, the book being honored on Read Across America Day is the Seuss classic, Oh, the Places You’ll Go! Your job search, education, and career are open paths for you to travel, and you can shape your future by taking proactive steps today. As Dr. Seuss said in his famous book, Oh, The Places You’ll Go!, “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.”

How will you celebrate National Read Across America Day? Share your ideas in the comment section below.

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Thanks for Joining Us for Our Online Educational Event

new_year_new_job_thank_you_webOur “New Year, New Job” online educational event was held on Wednesday, Jan. 21, and we want to thank everyone who participated!

We had more than 1,500 people register for the event!

Guests were able to view informational videos, download helpful job search materials, and check out available jobs at Express. There were also chat features available, including live chats with recruiters and leadership experts.

If you missed the event, you can still check out the virtual environment through February. You can watch videos and download material, but please note that the chat functions are no longer active. Check out the virtual job fair online here.

Did you attend the online job fair? What did you enjoy most about the event? Let us know in the comments section below!

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New Year, New Job – Today Is the Day!

new_year_new_job_reminder_webAre you ready for that new job and perfect career? If so, today is the day you’ve been waiting for.

The new educational online event by  Express Employment Professionals, “New Year, New Job,” is an exclusive, free event designed to help you learn everything you need to know about job hunting, resources for your job search, leadership lessons, and best practices.

The “New Year, New Job” online event is today, and you can sign up right now from the comfort of your own computer to gain skills and enhance your chances of getting hired.

Besides learning all about the job hunt, interviewing, career development, and more, you also have the chance to win exciting prizes all day long. Click here to learn more!

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This is a one-day seminar, so don’t miss out! You’ll hear from experts like former NBA player Walter Bond, author of the ebook “Think. Execute. Dominate. 31 Truths to Boost Peak Performance” and star of the DVD “No One Can Stop You, But You.” Walter will speak at noon EST.

David Lewis, author of “The Emerging Leader,” will host leadership lessons during his online chat at 3 p.m. EST, and Express Employment Professionals will have job openings posted for attendees.

Advice from recruiters will cover topics like:

  • Resume Questions – 11 a.m. EST
  • Interview Questions – 2 p.m. EST
  • Compensation Questions – 5 p.m. EST

It’s not too late to register, so sign up now!

Win Prizes!
You can also win cool stuff during the “New Year, New Job” online event to help you with your search. For instance, those who download resources, participate in chats, and watch videos will have the chance to win:

  • A Power Bank Rechargeable Battery Smart Phone/Tablet Charger
  • An eBook download of the eBook “Think. Execute. Dominate. 31 Truths to Boost Peak Performance,” by motivational speaker and former NBA player Walter Bond
  • A DVD presentation “No One Can Stop You, But You!” featuring Walter Bond
  • A copy of “The Emerging Leader,” by Express vice president of franchising David Lewis

Register now for the live event from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST today, Wednesday, Jan. 21.

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