SIA Announces Staffing 100 North America for 2023 – Sue Burnett, Honoree
Sue Burnett, President & Founder of Burnett Specialists | Texas-Based Staffing & Recruiting Firm | Recognized Again this year as a Top Influential Leader in Staffing Houston, Texas -- February 16, 2023 -- Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), the global research...
6 Best Job Seeker Tips From A Staffing Agency
If you are currently looking for a job or plan to start the hunt for a new opportunity soon, you will love this video. One of our awesome client employers, Energy Ogre, whose specialty is lowering consumers' electric bill, has a fantastic podcast called, "Say,...
HBJ’s Best Places To Work Celebrates 20th Anniversary
This year marks the 20th Anniversary [*in 2020*] as a co-founder and presenting sponsor of the Houston Business Journal's Best Places to Work Awards! Over the last two decades, this impressive event, which started in Houston, has grown to a nationwide recognition...
Burnett Recruitment Team Honored at 2019 HAAPC Awards
The Houston Area Association of Personnel Consultants (HAAPC), announced the winners of its 37th Annual Awards Program through a virtual celebration honoring the recipients. HAAPC is Houston's local trade association for staffing and recruiting firms and is the only...
Job Fair – Saturday, March 2nd – LaQuinta, Cypress Texas
Join us for a job fair this coming Saturday in Cypress, Texas! We are recruiting for several open positions with an amazing company NW of Houston in Waller, Texas. This state-of-the-art technology park offers paid training, excellent benefits and on-site perks such as...
Job Fair – Northwest Houston Thursday, February 21st
Where: Juergen's Hall Community Center - 26026 Hempstead Rd, Cypress TX 77429When: Thursday, February 21, 2019, 10am-5pm Certified Forklift Drivers & Reach Truck OperatorsShifts available:2nd shift | 1pm-9:30pm or 2pm-10pm - Forklift $14.20 per hour /...
Sue Burnett Named Global Power 150 by Staffing Industry Analysts
In 1974, Burnett Personnel Consultants was founded by Sue Burnett and operated with only five consultants and a receptionist in Houston. Today, Sue has grown the company into a multi-million dollar venture boasting over 115 full-time employees and thousands of...
Burnett Account Executive, Chris Peters, Receives “DiversityFIRST” Award – 2018
Committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Chris Peters, Burnett Specialists' Senior Account Executive for The Woodlands office, was honored with Texas Diversity Council's, "DiversityFIRST™ Leadership Award," last week. This honor is awarded annually to...
Burnett Specialists is #1 Again by the Houston Business Journal
Our award-winning recruiters are second to none! What an honor! Houston Business Journal just released their "Lists" for Houston's Largest Staffing Agencies and Houston's Largest Direct Hire Placement Firms for 2017. We are so proud to say that we are, in fact, the...
Core Value – We Own It
The core values of a company are often used as a moral compass to guide everyday decisions, productivity, and much more. These values are often what the company believes to be the "roots" of the organization. Core values are considered to be "stakes in the ground"...
Take the ASA Staffing Employee Survey
Take the ASA Staffing Employee Survey Did you work with Burnett or Choice Specialists sometime during 2017? Awesome! We want to know about your work experiences and preferences as a valued staffing employee! Your feedback on this quick survey is completely...
Hurricane Harvey Relief Resources and Important Information
Our hearts are heavy this week as we try, as a community, to start putting the pieces back together from this terrible disaster.Hurricane Harvey has dumped over 14 trillion gallons of water up and down the south Texas gulf coast and rescue efforts are...
How To Hire Top Accounting Candidates in 2017
We're at an interesting crossroads here in Houston, Texas. The 2015 – 2016 market was a rough one, especially for anyone laid off with 20+ years of experience and for those graduating with no experience over the past two years. Though the plight of the...
Is “Thank you” really a simple gesture?
The highest ROI management tool I know is one that is available to everyone, costs essentially nothing, and is a proven driver of workplace productivity. That tool is gratitude. As obvious as this may sound to some, it is oftentimes overlooked, particularly in...
Burnett Specialists Named #1 Largest Direct Hire Placement Firm in Houston
Each year, the Houston Business Journal compiles a list of Houston's Top Direct-Hire Placement Firms and Houston's Top Temporary Staffing Firms and for the 5th year in a row, Burnett Specialists is #1 Largest Direct Hire Placement Firm and #3 Largest Temporary...
Last-Minute Job Interview, Here’s What to Focus on
Finally! The call you've been waiting for. You've got an interview for your dream job! But wait – first thing tomorrow morning? How can you possibly be ready? Here are a few last-minute tips to help you prepare and get the offer – even at the last minute. Wardrobe...
Benefits of an ESOP
When trying to address issues of retention and productivity, a lot of tried and true options usually get tossed on the table. Some companies, however, are taking a bolder, out-of-the-box approach that has been shown to work, now more than ever. An employee stock...
Learn About Working for an ESOP
Wouldn't being an owner of a company inspire you to work hard to make it a success? This motivation is one of the driving forces behind companies opting for employee ownership. There are several ways to accomplish employee ownership. Employees can buy stock directly,...
Thinking About Quitting? Remember It’s Easier to Get a Job When You Have a Job
For many job seekers, finding the right career at a company that meets your goals can require a big-picture approach. Sometimes, a position that provides little satisfaction can make you feel as if your whole life, not just your career, has derailed. When you get to...
What To Say When They Ask “Why Do You Want This Job”
The first time you really get to shine with a new employer happens during the interview. You're going to be asked all kinds of questions, from understanding your strengths to picking apart your weaknesses. The most challenging questions, however, tend to be more...
“We’ll Keep Your Resume on File.” What Does That Really Mean?
You applied, you interviewed and you were passed over for the job. Rejection is hard to take, especially if the position was one you really felt qualified for, or the company was a place you really wanted to work. However disappointed you may feel when the hiring...
Five Ways to Clean Up Your Resume
Think of your resume like a story – your story, in fact. It is the tale of your professional experience, your personal achievements and work ethic. You want that story to be compelling, as it conveys your potential value to a hiring team or prospective employer. A...
Being Supportive of Your Employees Reflects Your Leadership
Running a profitable company isn't just about making your clients happy; it's also about making your workers happy. When it comes to inspiring hard work, happy employees are much easier to keep productive and motivated. They look to you, the management, for guidance...
Why Your Company Should Consider Hiring Veterans
There are close to one million unemployed U.S. veterans, according to the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. Not only is this statistic depressing because of the sacrifice and service of these men and women, it's also disheartening because many of them are extremely...
Prepare Your Business for a Minimum Wage Increase
Throughout his presidency, Barack Obama has been outspoken about his desire to raise the national minimum wage. Since 2014, at least 10 states voted to increase their minimum wages, with many more state legislatures seriously discussing the issue. Some are poised to...
Find Satisfaction by Identifying These Right Fits for Your Career
You don't have to work at a Fortune 500 company to find a workforce culture that provides you with job satisfaction. While stress-relieving gadgets, complimentary lunches and interactive break rooms can lower your stress and boost morale, there are also other ways to...
Get the Edge over Other Job Candidates
Sometimes, the door to our success is the one we open for ourselves. Standing out from the crowd by working smarter – not harder – at applying for jobs can do the trick. It's time to clean out the stale job-hunting tactics that aren't producing results. Rewriting your...
How a Recruiting Firm Will Help You Land Your Next Job
For many job seekers, finding the right career path can be more challenging than originally planned. Whether you're looking to build your resume with temporary jobs, or hoping for a new permanent opportunity, sometimes candidates need a partner who can connect them to...
How Being a Team Player Can Help Land Your Next Job
In just about every job, working well with other people has become a vital part of being successful. All organizations want great team players located in every department. When you're on the job search, working successfully in teams is an interview question that you...
Get the Job – Show Them You Will Make an Impact on Day One
Some temporary employees enjoy making extra cash or trying out new career paths. However, most of these contract workers want this temporary position to turn into a permanent job opportunity. That is why many positions offered through Burnett Specialists/Choice...