I have worked with BeginRight for more than 15 years both professionally and personally. I have…read moresince day one, been extremely happy with their level of integrity and professionalism. Whether you're actively seeking employment or are in need of staff of your own, call them, you will not be disappointed!

It's what it is. Not overly organized, but they get the job done…read more Would like to have an online version of sign up, time reporting, and even an option to get paid. It's all carbon copies and hand written checks.

I'd give zero if I could. First, the founder/owner left her desk at the time we agreed on for me to…read morecall her and I was on hold; then she proceeded to ask me why I didn't have a higher GPA in college (mine was above a 3.0), and then found it appropriate to correct my (correct) language...over the phone. She actually laughed at me when I said the average amount of hours worked in society (I said 40) within the conversation and corrected me again. The manner in which she asked, "why haven't you been able to find a job?" was so demeaning, I'm not sure why I agreed to meet in person the next day; I did in the hopes she'd be able to help me out. So I went in the next day to meet with her and she was not in the office, she was outside walking her dog (not something I'd usually be irritated by, but after the day before it rubbed me the wrong way). There was no one else in the office and a woman named Nicole who came to the front desk got incredibly defensive when I asked how long it usually takes her to come back; I was uncomfortable from the start. Had she spoken like an adult, things may have unfolded a little differently. I waited a few minutes and decided to leave because had I been late, no doubt that'd had been considered unprofessional, as I had another appointment afterward. Nicole gave me a nasty retort about the amount of time I'd have been there "anyway" with an unprofessional attitude, I felt like I was in high school again. When I ran into Vaughna (owner) in the hallway and let her know I was on my way out, she copped an attitude immediately and tried to make me feel guilty about her dog and proceeded to send me a passive-aggressive email afterward. Never have I felt so inconsequential. Terrible customer service. There's probably a good reason why their office was completely empty-people don't appreciate being treated rudely by "professionals" having no respect for others' time. Do yourself a favor-especially if you're young looking-because these people won't take you seriously-don't waste your time.

I worked with Reliant Search a few years ago when needing payroll services for my small business…read more Vaughna, Kristin, and their team were helpful in working with us, and we were very happy with the service and friendliness of everyone. They stand apart for the level of benefits offered to candidates, and it made the process totally painless. Would work with again!

A Staffing Agency That Truly Cares About the People They Represent…read more I have had a professional relationship with Staffing Solutions, LLC, and specifically with Nicholas Martin (Nick), the owner, for approximately 18 months as a candidate seeking employment. While my candidacy ultimately did not result in permanent full-time employment, my experience with Nick and his Account Executive, Karin Challis, has been exceptionally positive. What has stood out to me most is the way they treat you as a person. Throughout my time working with them, I was consistently treated as a priority--with genuine respect, consideration, and compassion. Nick and Karin made a sincere effort to understand my experience, goals, and what I was looking for in my next opportunity. They put me forward for quality positions and interviews where they believed I could be a good fit, rather than simply sending my résumé out indiscriminately. Both Nick and Karin have always been accessible, responsive, personable, and professional. They listen carefully, communicate clearly, pay attention to details, and follow through. But beyond those important qualities, they bring something that I have found surprisingly rare in the staffing industry: a genuinely human touch. When you work with Nick and Karin, you don't feel like you're simply another candidate in a system. You feel like you're working with people who actually care about what happens to you. At times, it genuinely feels like you have friends in your corner who want to see you succeed. That matters even more in today's employment market. The job market is difficult, competitive, and often discouraging, and I have seen firsthand how challenging it can be for both candidates and employers. Through all of that, Nick and Karin have continued to approach their work with a positive attitude, persistence, and genuine concern for the people they serve. Even when an opportunity doesn't work out, they don't make you feel forgotten. For a candidate, that kind of relationship is invaluable. You want someone representing you who will listen, understand your circumstances, communicate with you, and advocate for you. For an employer, I believe those same qualities make Staffing Solutions an excellent partner--because people who take the time to understand candidates are much better positioned to make thoughtful, quality matches. I would gladly recommend Staffing Solutions, LLC to both job seekers and employers. Their professionalism is excellent, but their greatest strength is the personal investment they make in the people they work with. In my experience, Nick and Karin don't just provide staffing services. They build relationships, and they genuinely care about the people behind the résumé. That is what sets them apart.

I cannot recommend Staffing Solutions highly enough. From the very first interaction, their team…read moredemonstrated professionalism, attentiveness, and a genuine commitment to helping candidates and employers succeed.

Working with Kelsey Williams was one of the best decisions I made during my job search. From the…read moreoutset, she took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for in my next role and what mattered most to me in a firm's culture and environment. Throughout the process, Kelsey's knowledge of the legal market and of individual firms proved invaluable. She ultimately connected me with a firm that truly aligned with my values and long-term career goals. Beyond the outstanding results, Kelsey is professional, intelligent, communicative, organized, thoroughly prepared, and a pleasure to work with at every stage. During our time working together, Kelsey refined my résumé, provided thoughtful insight and advice about the firms I was considering, coached me for interviews, and supported me through salary negotiations. What is often a stressful and overwhelming experience felt far more manageable with her guidance. Working with Kelsey has been one of the most impactful decisions I've made in pursuing my next role. For any attorney seeking their next position, Kelsey will be an excellent partner. She is a dedicated, strategic, and strong advocate who truly cares and offers thoughtful, practical guidance throughout the job search. I am profoundly grateful for the support she provided and recommend Kelsey with the utmost confidence.

Kelsey Williams at Boly:Welch played a critical role in my search for the perfect placement. I…read moredon't know what I would've done without her coaching and positioning me into a stellar career move. I am so grateful to have worked with her and it paid off big time! Highly recommend her if you're considering a new professional chapter. I can't thank her enough.

To anyone entering the Portland job market. VanderHouwen and Associates, Inc. needs to be your…read morefirst stop. They work hard for you and find the positions that best match your qualifications and get you in the door. This agency got me my first contract job and then a great full time position and I am so pleased with the level of service. The Portland job market is easily the most brutal I have been to yet, but VanderHouwen made navigating it much simpler than if I had done it on my own. Kristin Hunt was the agent I worked with, so be sure you ask for her. Kristin gave me a realistic outlook on job expectations and helped me avoid postings that were a waste of time. She also told me when I should apply for a position directly myself when the company was not one VanderHouwen worked with. Halfway through my contract job, Kristin immediately began helping me look for full-time roles to transition to while other recruiters in the market told me it was too early and to come back within 4-6 weeks of my contract's end date. Furthermore, she always gave me up to date information on the status of each job I applied to. I was never in the dark. She cares a lot about her customers and it shows through her actions. I wouldn't take the negative reviews here seriously. Work with VanderHouwen if you go and don't get impatient. Portland is tough and you are going to get many no's before you get a yes. You need connections to have a chance at getting anywhere in the process and that is where VanderHouwen comes in.

Vanderhouwen Does Not Understand Cybersecurity - Overlooked by VanderHouwen Despite Clear…read moreQualifications I applied for a Cybersecurity Program Manager role in Portland through VanderHouwen and was told by recruiter T. B. that I was "not a great fit." There was no interview, no technical discussion--just a surface-level rejection. Here are the verifiable facts. I hold the CISSP (Associate of ISC²), CEH, Security+, eJPT, Google Cybersecurity, Google Cybersecurity Cloud, and CAPM certifications. I have 3+ years of project management experience leading a 20-person team at Apollo 11 and more than eight years total in cybersecurity, IT operations, and governance. I've implemented NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS frameworks, authored insider-threat assessments, and managed full-scale modernization programs across multiple organizations. Being dismissed without acknowledgment of these credentials or achievements shows a failure to evaluate based on objective capability. Any organization that truly understands cybersecurity program management would recognize this alignment instantly. I challenge anyone to ask any AI if I'm qualified with 3+ years of project management experience, CISSP (Associate of ISC²), CEH, eJPT, Google Cybersecurity, Google Cybersecurity Cloud, and CAPM.

Hi, Shelly I'm really glad you responded, because this is a serious issue that needs to be…read moreaddressed properly. I want to start by saying I do not appreciate how this situation has been downplayed. When I came in to have my taxes prepared, the printed documents I was given showed my refund being routed to my old bank account--not the new business account I had clearly requested. I even called to confirm this discrepancy, and I was told everything had been updated correctly and that a new copy simply wasn't printed to "save paper." Despite that reassurance, I later found out through the IRS that the account information was entered incorrectly. Not only was the wrong account used, but the last two digits were also switched. This error caused significant delays and complications with Refund Advantage, and I had to spend additional time trying to resolve something that should have been handled correctly from the start. Because of this delay, I had to postpone a planned move for myself and my daughters, which resulted in me losing my deposit on a new place. This situation directly cost me money. What's even more concerning is how this was handled when I reached out. Instead of taking responsibility, I was blamed. There was no acknowledgment of the mistake, no apology, and no effort to make things right. That level of customer service is unacceptable--especially considering I paid $675 for a professional service that was not executed properly. I requested a partial refund as a fair resolution, given the financial impact and inconvenience caused. I was told, verbatim, to "forget about it," and that I would not be receiving anything back. At this point, I will be moving forward with filing a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and am prepared to provide all documentation, including the printed forms and communication records. I also mentioned pursuing legal action because this situation has not been handled appropriately at any level. I would still prefer to resolve this directly, but the lack of accountability and communication has made that difficult.

I paid $170 for tax advice on a 401k loan. I was not given advice just brushed off and told to wait…read moreto see what happens. I was told to have my taxes done it would be $250 when it came time to pay it was $395. I was told to call and discuss the loan in retirement. The representative never called me back nor answered my emails . I will not go back again as the advice I was given was not accurate. I am left to figure it out for myself. What a joke!

Debbie and her team are amazing! They go above and beyond any consulting company I have worked…read morewith. They are all very knowledgeable and readily accessible any time. I am highly recommend them to any and all of my colleagues.

For businesses looking to fill a vacancy with a highly qualified candidate, Rush Recruiting is…read moreunbeatable. I used them to hire an assistant, and that hire has been with me for 6 years. I'm still benefiting from Rush's ability to winnow down candidates and see the best match with my needs. She saved me not only the hassle of the search, but she got me an assistant who I've wanted to keep around (and have), thus saving me the hassles of rehiring and retraining. Working with Lori was wonderful, so knowledgeable about HR rules, laws and regulations. She had such ability to be so business oriented yet warm and extremely likable. Rush Recruiting is VERY adept at finding the right fit for your company - no one better out there.

I'm applying for jobs in Portland right now. I wanted to get a little help in my search. Someone…read morerecommended Rush Mentoring Services to me, and I am so glad I went to meet Lori Rush. The first thing I noticed when I went to visit was how welcomed I felt. The receptionist was warm and friendly and offered me something to drink. Before I even met Lori, it was clear that my presence in the office was welcome, and I felt like an honored guest. My meeting with Lori was highly beneficial with valuable information and lively interaction. My primary goal was to get help with my resume, which I had sent to her in advance. Lori had already looked over it and had several great ideas right off the bat. I thought my resume looked pretty good, but her experience in the field allowed her to pinpoint ways for me to make my resume even more powerful and concise. In addition to our meeting, she was available later via email to look over the changes I made to my resume. Perhaps the most special part of the meeting was how Lori "got me" and why I do my work. She heard my heart and even got teary-eyed as I talked about my passions! In a time when I was feeling a little uncertain about myself, it was so empowering to receive Lori's words as a mirror for me. I left her office feeling really good about myself, and armed with great tools to assist my job search. Lori Rush really knows her stuff.