I'd applied for a position through an online job site and was lucky enough to have Laurel reach out to me. From the get-go, she invested time in getting to know me. We talked a lot about my previous work experiences, my current situation, and where I saw myself going. Throughout the interview process, she was transparent in communicating the client's perspective. As soon as she received an update, I could count on her to connect with me. Though job interviewing has a tendency to be a stressful process, she helped me keep my head on straight by always being straightforward with where I stood. She provided lots of helpful engagement tips and offered effective follow-up communications. Week after week, Laurel demonstrated a high level of professionalism and was personable throughout. The entire process took about a month and I'm grateful to have journeyed with her to successfully land a new career opportunity. read more

Had the very best experience with Dana! She is not only friendly and personable but she is very supportive throughout the entire process. I have had a few experiences in the past with other recruiters from different companies but Dana is truly the best. read more

Just moved from out of state & needed a job ASAP. I found BTS through Indeed jobs and I'm so happy I came across it!! Dana helped me find an amazing job and I couldn't be happier with the help she gave me. We did an intro interview where she got to know me, my school and work history as well as my interests in a job. For interviews I had she helped me in preparing responses and questions to ask (this helped so much!!). She gave me great feedback throughout my interviewing process. She also was able to work with my husband and get him a job as well. Definitely recommend using a job recruiter like Dana to help you find a job you'll love! read more

I've been meaning to write this review for quite a while and finally set aside some time to do so. A couple years ago I applied to a position online for an Executive Assistant and then was invited into their office to meet with a recruiter. She went over what I was looking for, my qualifications and some resume tips. I wasn't a fit for the particular role I applied too but she let me know why. A few days later she lined up an interview for a different wealth management company on the eastside for me. The day before she prepped me for the in person interview and it was insightful. She gave me advice to answer any difficult questions, weaknesses, strengths, job history, etc. She also gave me interview tips as to what to expect from their individual personalities and company culture. I really felt prepared and confident the next morning going into that interview and the 2nd interview a couple days later. The company ended up offering the role to another candidate which I understood. However, I was never told that I didn't get the position. I had to email and call my recruiter several times to finally get the word that they chose another candidate after 2 weeks of no feedback. That was the part that rubbed me the wrong way. It was like as soon as she knew I wouldn't make her any money, she didn't even have the decency to let me know to continue my job search elsewhere. A few months went by and I got kind of an obscure email from her stating something along the lines of 'a job just came across my desk that made her think of me and she wanted to get an update on my job search'. When I called her immediately there was in fact no position she had in mind and it was almost like the email wasn't supposed to go to me at all. She told me she would keep me in mind for other roles but I never heard from her again. Fast forward a few years later and I'm now a recruiter for a staffing agency. It was helpful to go through that experience to see the candidates perspective throughout the process. Communication with candidates is key, it makes them feel valued and I guarantee they will be appreciative to hear any feedback you know. So many recruiters don't do this which is why agencies scare good candidates away. I'm not blaming Business Talent Solutions, I understand the industry enough to know that a lot goes on in a recruiters day. This is also why I decided to keep the recruiter I worked with anonymously in hopes that all their recruiters can learn from this. But from my experience this company didn't come through for me and overall didn't leave a great impression. Pros: -Knowledgeable recruiters with excellent career/interview advice. -Great connections in the area in terms of the clients they work with. Cons: -Communication with candidates. read more

I had the pleasure of working with Barb during my job search this past summer. You know how some places will have recruiters that take an interest in you, even schedule an in person interview while they take notes to show how much they care! But then after all of that.....you never hear from them. It's like you were a great prospect but just didn't quite fit the bill. That's not the case with Barb! She took the time to get to know me and my resume, figure out my interests and what industries could work for me. Then she did the unthinkable: she got me interviews! She went over my initial contact with the companies and did a great job at advising me on how to tackle each interview. It's worth your time to reach out to this company because with people like Barb, you certainly are in good hands. read more

Loved it! A freind of mine referred me to Dana Reeves and she was amazing! I met Dana and got an interview and was hired all in the same day. I cannot thank Dana enough for all she did. She was honest and straight forward and made sure I was prepared for the interview. I am happy to say I have a new career and will be starting my new job very soon! I am very excited! I definately recommend Dana Reeves and BTS, if you are looking for an opportunity. Thanks Dana! read more

I had contacted a few other recruiting agencies and BTS was by far the most responsive. I met with Dana Reeves to discuss my past job experiences and so she could get a better understanding of the type of job I was currently looking for. Dana was very professional and almost immediately began coordinating interviews for me. Before each interview she would call me to discuss the organization and give insights about what they were looking for in a candidate. What I found most helpful was after the interview she would follow up and tell me what the company had thought of me - what they liked, didn't like, what other candidates they were considering. read more

I can't thank Laurel Rick enough for the great service she provided. Laurel took the time to get to know me and my goals for employment, she helped me find a great fit at a company that matches both my expectations for work culture and work life balance. She kept in touch with me every step of the way and was available for all questions and concerns. I would highly recommend Laurel and Business talent solutions. I received nothing but professional service, Laurel even coordinated with me on her days off or when she had plans with family. Her dedication to her clients is evident in my experience. Thank you Laurel you're services were greatly appreciated. read more

I'm really glad I had the chance to work with Connie Brandli! I started applying for jobs through Indeed and Connie was the first recruiter to reach out to me soon after submitting my job application. Connie was really engaging throughout the in person interview and I felt comfortable with our conversations. She took notes of what I would be looking for in a career and recommended me to one of their clients. As we were prepping for the interview, she was giving honest suggestions on how to successfully approach the interview. I even called her right before my interview because I was feeling really nervous and she has always been responsive. I also communicated with Connie about a job I had applied before encountering Business Talent Solutions. She was still very helpful even though that is not one of her client. Overall, I gained a lot of confidence while working with Connie and she made sure I was comfortable throughout this whole process. I really appreciate the work Connie Brandli has done for me and would 100% recommend her to anyone searching for a job! read more

I had previously met with a recruiter at BTS and had nothing come from it. When I returned and met with my new recruiter, Dana Reeves, I had amazing results. Dana is one of the hardest workers I've seen at any staffing agency. On average she would set me up on two interviews a week and give me great insight into what each client was looking for and how to make myself stand out. She did all the leg work for me when it came to my job hunt and I couldn't have been happier. read more

Job searching is never a fun or easy process. Business talent solutions made my transition so smooth! I worked with Dana for several months and had a wonderful experience with her. She is incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. My consultation was over the phone due to covid but you go over your work history, strengths, skills and overall how she can market you to their clients. Think of it as job matchmaking. After understanding what you and that other business wants, Dana only contacted me when she thought I might be a good fit or if she thought it might interest me. She was able to provide me internal details and insights of a company especially since they tend to have return clients. BTS only works with businesses that are full time and offer benefits which is awesome. As a talent, I am incredibly thankful for Dana's hard work, her promptness and her transparency. I would highly recommend. read more

THANK YOU Laurel Rick! Nearly 2 years ago, I was slightly overwhelmed looking for a new job. A recent college grad with limited experience, I didn't know where to start, and applied to anything and everything I thought I might be qualified for on Indeed.com. Unbeknownst to me, it was a job that was posted by way of Business Talent Solutions, and Laurel reached out requesting an in-person meeting. It was my first time working with a staffing agency, but I decided there was nothing to lose, so I agreed to the interview. After a 30-minute meeting wherein Laurel asked me thoughtful questions about my background and my interest, and listened attentively to all I said, she made a recommendation to apply for a job with a small training company, of which I had never heard. She was insistent that this place matched well with what I had expressed I wanted in a position and a workplace; they were looking for an entry level position that I was qualified for, and they loved to promote from within. They valued their people above all else, and she had a feeling from our meeting that I'd fit in well with the team. She had actually recruited for this specific position for years, and all of the people she referred were still working with the company - in fact, they had all been promoted into different positions. It was a promising opportunity, and I went through two interviews over the course of the next week. I didn't have much time to prepare, but Laurel's coaching was thorough and effective; she knew the ins and outs of the process and even spent time outside of regular office hours to hop on calls with me to better enable me to speak to my experience. Within two weeks of meeting with Laurel, I had a job offer in my inbox. Almost 2 years later, I'm still with that same company and have now been promoted 2 different times. I'm developing a career in sales, one that I never expected, and I'm quite happy - and for that, I have Laurel to thank. If you're in need of a new opportunity, she's your woman! read more

The interview went well. The staffing recruiter was pleasant and polite. She told me she had a position that I would be perfect for and asked that I stay available, so that I could go in for an interview at the hiring business very soon. When I left she said she would be in touch shortly and to keep her notified if I found a job before she got back to me. I never heard back from her again. Not an email, not a phone call, nothing. I would expect that a recruiting agency that has been in the business for as long as them would at least have the decency to contact an individual and let them know that for whatever reason that it just wasn't going to work out. I have told many people about the experience and have told them if they know anyone looking for work to avoid business talent solutions. read more

I was contacted by Laurel Rick through a job posting on Indeed. Initially, she was VERY responsive and helpful. She thought my resume looked great, and we had some very personal discussions about my past experiences. I truly believed BTS was the right choice. She took time to prepare me for two interviews through their company. After one of those interviews, Laurel told me the company liked me and wanted to schedule a second interview. Then, suddenly, she dropped off the face of the Earth. I emailed a couple of times over the course of a few weeks to ask for updates, and was eventually told that the company is now "going through changes" and the position I interviewed for is no longer needed. That was pretty disappointing. I know things like that are not under their control, but it still stung as I had put a lot of effort into that interview. I also asked a couple times if there were any other openings available, but those questions were ignored. I haven't heard anything in weeks. I was so excited to work with Laurel in the beginning, and I think she's good at what she does. But going by the radio silence I get the impression she is no longer interested in working with me. Overall, my experience with BTS has been a let down. read more

I was contacted by Laurel Rick regarding a position available that matches my experience. Laurel has been great throughout the whole job searching process, she took the time to meet me in person to learn about my experience to make sure I am the right candidate for the job before putting my resume forward to the company. She also gave me a good overview of the company and the position to make sure it is something I'm interested in. Laurel was responsive and helpful with all the questions and concerns I had! She is definitely the best recruiter I have ever met! read more

I'm so glad and relieved to have found BTS. Connie was an immense help, and really listened intently from start to finish. She is extremely professional, made me feel comfortable, and helped narrow down where my focus should be. I successfully accepted a job offer with her first suggestion! read more

It was a pleasure working with this company, especially Dana! I originally applied for a job on indeed not realizing it was through a talent agency so when I received a call from them I was slightly confused. I went down for an interview with Dana and as said in other reviews, they don't validate for parking so you do have to pay for parking. Dana was absolutely wonderful~! The first meeting was amazing and she helped me greatly with my resume and how to fix it. After I fixed my resume (that I made in college) I gave the template to my roommate and she was able to get a new job because of the updated resume. I was a little disappointed when I didn't hear from her for two weeks (I was desperate to leave my current job as quickly as possible), but I did hear back from her. The first job she wanted me to interview for wasn't exactly what I was looking for but she came back a few days later with another job that looked perfect! She was willing to work with my crazy schedule and called me the night before the interview and did a mock interview. We went over many questions and I took plenty of notes and studied over them for the next day. When it came to the actual interview they asked all the same questions Dana and I went over. It felt great going into an interview prepared! Even after the interview Dana was great staying in contact with me and the company. I even got the job! I haven't started yet but I'm really looking forward to it. I'm very grateful to Dana and the Business Talent Solutions company, they're a pleasure to work with and on top of their game! read more

Connie Brandli was a PLEASURE to work with from start to finish! I submitted my resume through a job online and Connie replied with interest to get to know me! This was my first time ever going through a Recruiter so I am able to admit that at first I was a tad hesitant. After working with Connie - I am so glad that I went this route, I wouldn't of changed a thing! I met with her at her office for an interview to discuss my experience and career desires and she was right on it!! She landed me an interview almost right away and was so helpful with prepping me before I met with the Employer! Connie truly believed in my potential and really boosted my confidence before I went into my preliminary interview. I touched base with her right after the interview and before I knew it I fortunate enough to be asked back for a second interview! Connie AGAIN took the time to really help me prepare for my second interview so I was just as confident going into my second interview as I was my first! The NEXT day I was hired with a company I am SO passionate to start working for!! Contact Connie for your job searching needs - she helped me EVERY step of the way even assisted me with exiting my current job to move onto my next!! You won't be sorry - Connie truly cares for helping candidates find their niche! She was always easy to get a hold of both via e-mail and telephone and answered every question I had! I am truly grateful to have met her! Best Recruiter out there folks, contact Connie right away - what are you waiting for!? read more

Business Talent Solutions is a great place to find a new job! I have to admit, I never thought highly of staffing agencies, however BTS changed my mind. I had the pleasure of working with Dana Clemens, and she was very helpful throughout the entire interview process. I learned how to polish my resume and how to prepare for different types of interviews. Dana took the time to meet/call me before every interview so that I knew what kind of questions to expect and how to answer them. She is also very proactive in finding interviews for you, even if you are already in the interview process with another company. I ended up getting two job offers after about 3 weeks of working with Dana! I am so excited to start my new job and I definitely recommend using Business Talent Solutions to find your next job! read more

I had the opportunity to interview and work with Laurel. All contact and each conversation I had with Laurel was absolutely wonderful and helpful. I could tell that she really cared for and invested in both the companies/ businesses BTS works with, as well as the potential employees they both screen/ interview or hire for businesses. Although I chose not to pursue the initial job that brought me to BTS I definitely plan on keeping both Laurel and BTS on my short list of recruiters and firms I would welcome the opportunity to work with again and recommend to anyone. read more

I submitted my application with Business Talent Solutions and received a response from a Connie Brandli via e-mail, asking about what kind of jobs I was interested in. I e-mailed back listing down my interests and what I would be good at. I never heard back from them since. I tried to go with them because of all their positive reviews on Yelp but they seem like a deadbeat recruitment agency to me since they don't even have the decency to respond or at the very least give feedback to people who are looking to work with them. read more

I am thrilled to have had the opportunity to work with Dana Clemens. I was referred to her by a colleague and will happily refer her to anyone else on the job hunt in the Seattle area. After my initial meeting with Dana, she had scheduled an interview with this amazing company as soon as a week later! With her impeccable guidance and framing the best way to convey my skills to the employer, I got the job only a few days later. Dana is direct, consistent, and she does not play around when getting you the job you want and deserve! If you're incredibly motivated for a better career opportunity she is the perfect recruiter for you. read more

I unfortunately had a negative experience with this organization. I applied for a position and Dana Reeves contacted me. She mentioned that I would be a good fit for this role and we scheduled an interview. We met a couple of days letter and it was one of my worst experiences I've had in an interview. Dana was completely unprofessional by yawning and looking disinterested during the entire interview. When she asked for my salary expectations I told her and she then proceeded to laugh and mentioned that I wouldn't be able to find a position matching my salary. At the end of the interview she said I wasn't a fit for this role and mentioned that the previous woman that just left had ten years of experience over me in that role. Then why did you say I was a good fit then and call me to come in? You wasted my my time and yours as well! Unfortunately I know that this is the games recruiters play. I was just someone to fill her interview numbers. Don't waste your time with this place. read more

In reading earlier posts, I was excited when Laurel contacted me. She mentioned reviewing my submitted resume and we arranged a meeting. Once we met, it was another story. Our meeting lasted less than 15 minutes where Laurel firmly moved me out of the office. Her only comments were that interviewers often make their decision within the first minutes of meeting candidates. I have over 10 years experience as an administrative assistant in the medical, insurance and educational fields. I've worked in small and large offices, have excellent skills, enjoy meeting and surpassing expectations, and have a professional style. It's been several weeks and I haven't heard from Laurel. I've emailed her, no response. I'm greatly disappointed with Laurel's unprofessionalism. I can only conclude that Laurel made her decision in less than a minute. Her silence is deafening. I cannot recommend Business Talent Solutions to any job seeker. read more

I submitted an application online and was immediately contacted by Laurel Rick. She mentioned she was impressed with my resume and wanted to schedule an interview. My meeting with her was very brief, less than 10 minutes. I felt like it was rushed and I was of no importance to her. This was about 2 weeks ago, and I never heard back from her. No updates or anything. I know I'm well qualified and have over 10 years of work experience. What a waste of my time to drive out all the way to Seattle and had to pay for parking myself as it wasn't even validated (it was not cheap!). Thanks for nothing. I wouldn't recommend this agency. read more

Laurel Rick was amazing! Although I ended up accepting a position elsewhere, she was true to her word - advocated for me, genuinely listened to my needs and followed up consistently with employment opportunities. I look forward to staying connected with her during my career and have a lot of gratitude for her partnership. read more

I am so grateful to have had Laurel Rick as my recruiter from Business Talent Solutions. I just moved from California to Washington and was very stressed out looking for a career in a new state. Laurel made the process smoother than I could have imagined. From my initial interview with her, she took the time to get to genuinely know me as a person and dig deep into my career interests. Within the same week, Laurel had multiple interviews lined up for me. Before each interview, Laurel prepped me and gave me her insight, knowledge and experience on the position I was applying for. I have never felt so confidant going into an interview because of Laurel's assistance beforehand. I know am in a position that I love! I would absolutely recommend Laurel Rick in the future for any recruiting needs. read more

Submitted an application online and never heard back from them. Would not recommend.

I responded to a posting for an Assistant Controller position listed at $63k per year. The actual job was for a Bookkeeper and the employer's expectation was to pay $55k - $60k per year. This was my first time working with an employment agency, needless to say it will be my last. Taking the position the agent helped talk me into was a nightmare, and the worst decision I have ever made in my life. I cannot blame her for how toxic and broken the organization's accounting department was, she did not work there, but I very much hold her responsible for lying in her advertisement about the job they were hiring for in the first place. I don't even want to give them one star. read more

I worked with Dana the beginning of this year for a new job. SHE IS THE BOMB! She's very straightforward, clear, fast and on top of everything. She literally got a an offer within 2 weeks!!! She's also very detailed and she makes sure that you're in the best shape for the interview. She will go over the questions and guide you how to answer, what questions you should be asking after the interview and make sure you send a thank you email to the interviewers. She also responds to your questions very quickly. She's awesome. read more

Laurel with Business Talent Solutions is hands down the best recruiter I've ever worked with. Although the original job I applied for wasn't a good fit, Laurel kept me in mind and called when she found a position that I was a good match for. Not only did she set up the initial interview, she helped me and coached me through the entire process. She was consistent with follow-up and a great communicator. Not only was she amazing at her job, but she also cared about me as a person. I would recommend Laurel and Business Talent Solutions to anyone and I will definitely keep her info. handy. read more

I got laid off, and was working with a recruiter who i felt wasnt really helping me find a job i could grow at. i felt like i was being pushed into jobs that werent for me, but just jobs to get by on. Then i applied for a job online and was connected to Dana Clemens and decided to give it a shot. I must admit i was a little nervous, but dana and i quickly got on the same page and she helped me TREMENDOUSLY with my interview skills, what to highlight on, and was firm with me about how i need to sell myself to a future employer! i was placed at my new job, and im honestly sad to not be working with dana now that ive found a job, because she was honestly like a mother in the way that she pushed me to really believe in myself and the skills i possess. If you are stuck not finding work, Dana is the one for you! Business Talent Solutions was the best choice i ever made! read more

I had a great experience with Business Talent Solutions. Found some positions they had open online that looked like they could be a good match and submitted my resume. The whole team is great, but I did end up working most specifically with Dana. There was one employer that seemed like a really good match and I had two interviews with them that ended up leading to an offer of employment. What I loved about Dana's approach was that she was very direct and honest with me when giving feedback for interview coaching. It was tough at times, but always fair! She was also constantly in contact and keeping up to date on both the interviews I went on through BTS as well as anything I was interviewing for that I had found on my own. At the end of the day, I knew that Dana wanted me to find an opportunity that was the best match for what I was looking for, whether through BTS or on my own. I appreciated that and, by listening to her advice and putting in effort on things she suggested, I found myself in a position where I had two job offers to choose from. Thank you Dana and the Business Talent Solutions team! read more

I recently was contacted and met with Dana Clemens after applying for a position online. At first I was hesitant as I did not know much about this firm, but I decided to go ahead and interview anyway. I was very intimidated by Dana as she was very tough and direct during the interview with her questions, but it made me feel that she cared about success of the candidate. She was efficient and quick on her feet to match me with potential opportunities that would be a good fit for me and the company. She was very selective of which positions she matched me up with, and that shows that she wanted to make a long term match (which will benefit both myself and the company). I was contacted by an opportunity and Dana helped guide me through the process and gave me very useful advice to help me prepare for the next steps in the process. I definitely think that although this firm is less known, the quality of opportunities and the experience of the the recruiter overrides that. If you want honest advice and development in your search go here! read more