Crystal is AMAZING!!! She doesn't just write a resume. Crystal crafts an comprehensive work of art!read more

I have not updated my resume in years. Patient and really want to get to know there client so that…read moreit is just not words on a paper. Be willing to participate and you will be grateful the excellent product service.

I had the pleasure work with Workbridge for my recent job search. They are an awesome group to work…read morewith. I was working with a few of their associates for multiple opportunities and have high regard for each one for them. They have been always accessible for any and all questions I had during the process. Dustin was always on top of things and got me answers right away. I eventually accepted one of the offers initiated by Workbridge and that was in part of my relationship with the folks here. They even checked on me on my first day, just to make sure I was settling in okay. I would most certainly work with them in the future :)

On the fence about working/Applying with this Agency?…read more I read the yelp reviews, they are great! However, all of the Leadership at WB looks to me to be about 20 years old or less? I have interviewed in the past with very young Recruiters, have a bad feeling about them...giggly, unprofessional, silly, un-professional, and have no idea about what it is like to be a consummate professional in the USA, anymore. The most recent Recruiter I spoke with in Ashburn, VA. was a constant giggler! Sooooooo... Annoying. She was NOT working at Woodbridge, per se. but that is the type of Recruiter that I have been running into, all throughout the Virginia area. I am hoping for a much better experience with Woodbridge? I will write another Woodbridge review, once I speak with some there.

Temporaries Now provides amazing services to both staff and organizations needing them. I began…read moreworking with Temporaries Now back in 1999 when I was finishing up my college degree and seeking opportunities to expand my professional horizons. The interview process with Temporaries Now was, and still is, rigorous. Personality evaluation, and skills testing ensures a comprehensive picture of each candidate and gives the candidate an opportunity to get feedback and an assessment of their interview skills. Once on-board as a "temp" there are a myriad of benefits offered to staff not often found at other firms. These benefits include, but are not limited to, computerized training, insurance options, paid leave, and many opportunities for recognition. The owner, Dale, cares about his staff, and it shows, he is constantly seeking out ways to provide incentives and recognition to his employees. I was ultimately offered a challenging assignment via Temporaries Now with a major IT firm in the local area. This assignment lead to a professional job offer and a career that has now lasted for over 15 years! So, whether you are an organization seeking temporary or permanent staffing or a candidate seeking work opportunities, I would highly recommend checking out Temporaries Now. The quality of this organization and staff are second to none.

The reason this place has so few reviews is they aren't actually interested in getting clients. I…read morefirst spoke to someone on the phone, expecting to make an appointment to discuss my objectives and job search. Instead, I was told to email my resume and career goals, to see if they would be able to help me find work. I figured that made sense because they might only have contacts in specific sectors or deal with certain levels of experience. The man assured me that they could probably still give me career advice, even if they couldn't get me a job. So I sent in my resume along with goals and details about my experience. A few days later I was caught off guard by an automated email telling me that "[my] resume was not selected to be moved forward for this particular position." The email stated that, even though I didn't get the "position," my resume would be stored if another opportunity arose. Pretty confusing since I was seeking career help, not a particular position, and I had followed the employee's instructions for the email to a T. The message was signed "The Staff of Gaskins Search Group." There was nothing about career advice or even the mention of a recruiter. I was really surprised by the lack of professionalism, especially after the person I spoke to made it seem like they were willing to help. My advice is not to waste your time with Temporaries Now. Find a temp agency that actually cares about placing people in jobs.

I've been working with Layla through the hiring agency for almost a year now, and every interaction…read morehas been meaningful and informative. She has a true talent for pairing candidates with companies based not just on skills and experience, but also personality and work ethic. Layla's approach is welcoming, passionate, and genuinely warm. She really listens--both to what the employer is looking for and what the candidate needs--and takes the extra steps to make sure it's the right fit for both sides. That level of care makes a huge difference. It's been a pleasure working with her, and I'm hopeful to transition from a temporary role into a long-term position with her continued support.

Warning: Exploitative, Unethical Practices and No Accountability…read more Avoid this agency at all costs. As an experienced professional with a master's degree, I was subjected to the most exploitative, dehumanizing, and financially damaging nightmare of my career. This agency prioritizes commissions over the dignity and security of the candidates they claim to represent. If they could create such a disastrous placement for me, then they can do this to entry-level candidates with far less protection. The recruiter, Charitha, paired me with a CEO who had already terminated and disparaged a prior candidate. Instead of vetting this client with basic professional judgment, she aligned herself with him, using high-pressure tactics to secure a spontaneous commitment from me over the phone. Charitha even pressured me for a 5-star review before my contract began, which explains their inflated 4.8 star rating. This manufactured feedback scam prioritizes fake optics over actual results. The narcopath CEO demanded "loyalty" and long-term commitment, while using me as a temporary placeholder as he secured the return of a former employee. Based on this fraudulent inducement, I turned down a serious opportunity with an IP firm. The CEO--who neglected onboarding, refused to introduce me to staff, and left me idling--then terminated my contract within the first week. He admitted that he "lacked the operational structure and resources to onboard a new hire." He delivered the termination with a disturbing smile, calling it "exciting news" for him. Contemptuous and Condescending Culture This agency uses the most condescending, aggressively micromanaging, and infantilizing language I have ever seen. They treat experienced professionals like unruly high school interns with no common sense. Most embarrassing is their "Leaving the Nest" podcast that they encourage you to listen to on the way to interviews. During my placement, I was subjected to illegal and unethical behaviors: Illegal inquiries: The CEO explicitly asked my age, while acknowledging that doing so was "inappropriate and illegal." His demeanor became hostile after learning that I was older than he expected. Data and privacy breaches: I was given access to prior employee emails without any security protocols. I was expected to operate under the full name of the employee who was coming back to replace me, whose signature was never removed. The full name of the employee who had been terminated before me--whom this CEO repeatedly disparaged, including outlining the reasons for their termination--was also available to me. I have never seen such egregious data privacy and confidentiality violations, and I am confident that my own information is now similarly exposed in their system. Unprofessionalism and disrespect: The CEO used derogatory language (including the b-word) during the interview and refused to reimburse agreed-upon parking expenses at termination: another petty power move layered on top of the discard. ROCS's Response -- Deflection and Zero Accountability: When I reported these serious concerns, ROCS abandoned me. They immediately shifted into corporate deflection mode to protect their liability, offering no condemnation of the employer's actions and no remedy for the situation. Charitha offered zero apology, and repeatedly tried to avoid a written record by pushing me for a phone call. The agency refused to pay me for weeks following my termination. Tom Moore, their co-founder, offered basic parking reimbursement and a perfunctory "sorry to hear about your job; that's unfortunate how that ended." Bottom Line ROCS is a bloodless, transactional agency that treats professionals as disposable assets. There is a reason they target young professionals and recent grads: no mid-level or experienced professionals would tolerate this level of malpractice, contempt for candidates, and complete absence of accountability. I have reported the employer for his legal and ethical violations. If you care about your professional and financial wellbeing, avoid these predators.

Bonnie Jones of Bonnie Jones Associates was fantastic in assisting me in securing my position at my…read morenew place of employment, as it is the perfect fit for my professional growth. She helped me in so many different ways; more than I could ever ask for from a recruiter. From the interview process to accepting my position, she was there the whole way. I really appreciate everything she did for me throughout my process. She truly cared about what position was best for me and it really meant a lot. I highly recommend her for your professional employment needs.

I have worked with several recruiters/recruiting companies over the years and thought that Bonnie…read morewould be exactly like the others but I am very happy to say that I was wrong. Bonnie is truly a professional in every sense of the word! She has many years of experience in the industry and it shows; her expertise and knowledge are both remarkable and immeasurable. Not even a week after meeting Bonnie, she had me scheduled to interview at the most reputable firm in DC. It was nerve-wrecking but Bonnie was right by my side every step of the way. She constantly kept in touch via e-mail, phone calls, and texts and prepped me for both the question portion of the interview as well as the testing phase. I consider myself lucky to have worked with Bonnie. Hopefully, I won't need to use her in the future; however, if I or anyone I know in the law field needs a recruiter in the future, I will always recommend Bonnie!

Simply the best! I reached out to YES career coaching…read morebecause I was feeling stuck and ready for a change in my work. My resume was OK, but I wanted to put my best foot forward. The team did a fantastic job on rewriting my resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile. I ended up applying to a handful of jobs and got an interview immediately. What ended up happening though is that during the resume rewriting process, I developed this newfound confidence in my work that I never had before and I was going to go after what I wanted to do. I started to network with people that I knew in my area at different companies and ended up with an opportunity that was a perfect fit for me. Since I was a referral, the management team was not too focused on my resume but I ended up getting the job! I am thrilled to start this next chapter of my career and I have to thank YES career coaching for guiding me to see the light I had inside of me so that I can show up and be the best version of myself. Highly recommend!!

Wonderful service and great resume tips! After I missed an event hosted by YES at their office, 6…read moremonths later Michael kindly reached out to me with a warm and sincere email amid Covid and offered a free resume consultation. My 30 min consultation with Katherine was really helpful! I learned formatting tips and ways to beef up my resume by adding a header, summary, and core competencies and creating sectional dividers. She recommended outcome-based bullet points that highlight the benefits and quantify the results rather than a laundry list of tasks. Katherine was friendly and thorough and even had enough time to quickly proofread my hubby's resume. It was really nice to get an extra set of eyes! While the $299 starter package seems a bit pricey, it's a good deal considering that you are equipped with the A team of an interviewer, drafter, and editor. They will rewrite your resume and can fine tune and belt out those bullet points. While my resume could use a few tweaks, the starter package is a great option if you're looking for a resume overhaul without doing all the guess work. I found the resume consultation surprisingly useful. Would highly recommend it and consider the packages!

As someone on the job market, I've had the chance and opportunity to work with different recruiters…read moreand staffing agencies. Some were good, but most were either unresponsive or yielded less than great results. THIS IS THE BEST COMPANY HANDS DOWN!!! Working with Brian has been a literal dream. He not only cares for the companies he's helping to staff, but he truly cares about the individuals he's placing. He was communicative, reassuring and positive the entire way through. If you're looking for anyone to staff your company or you're looking for employment, this is the BEST place to start.

My experience working with Brian Steffan was a real pleasure! Brian is wonderful and very…read moreknowledgeable in the field of recruiting and the placement of job candidates. He was available to answer any questions or concerns throughout the day, during the evenings, and on weekends as well. He provided me valuable guidance throughout the entire process and sent updates on the regular. Aside from the above, Brian is also very kind, understanding, encouraging, and caring. I highly recommend Brian and Steffan & Co., if you are seeking employment or are looking to change careers. Thank you, Brian!

I recently completed the SDET bootcamp at Meta Xcel in Sterling and wanted to share my experience…read more I was coming from a totally non-tech background and English is actually my fourth language, so I was a bit nervous. But right from day one, the instructors were patient and explained everything clearly, which helped me feel confident during lectures and hands-on labs. The program was practical and focused. They didn't just teach me testing tools and automation frameworks. They also offered real support for getting a job. They worked with me on my resume, helped improve my LinkedIn profile, and coached me through mock interviews. That practice paid off. About a month after finishing, I had my first technical interview and I really felt ready because of the whiteboard challenges and feedback. The best part is I landed an SDET role just three months after graduating. Their job placement support was solid. They have connections with actual tech companies and checked in regularly with guidance. Because they're local in Sterling, I could drop in whenever I needed extra help or just to chat about progress. If you're thinking about moving into QA automation, especially if you don't have a tech background or English isn't your first language, Meta Xcel is worth it. The instruction is clear, the support doesn't end after the bootcamp, and they really care about your success. I'm proof it worked for me and I believe it can work for you too.