With many companies maintaining hybrid schedules and being in the office three to four days per week, we have seen more requests for Part-Time Administrative support than at any other time in the past 50 years Alan J. Blair Personnel has been in business. One of the longest-lasting aftereffects of the COVID economic “symptoms” is the continued reliance on part-time instead of full-time administrative help. On the surface, it makes sense. If your team is fully in the office th

This year marks an extraordinary milestone for Alan J. Blair Personnel: 50 years in business. Reaching a half-century is no small achievement for any company, particularly in an industry that has evolved as rapidly as recruiting and staffing. Since 1976, the tools, technology, and industries may have changed dramatically, but the purpose and ethos behind what we do have remained constant. The way we recruit may change, but what we do never will. Founded in 1976 by Anne J. Bri

After 25 years in recruiting, I can tell you with absolute certainty: hiring the right person is about much more than what’s on a résumé. Don’t get me wrong—skills and experience matter, but when it comes to administrative and executive support roles, cultural fit, professionalism, and personality match will make or break success. That’s one of the reasons I’ve always loved recruiting for administrative roles at every level. These positions are the heartbeat of a company. The

If I had a nickel for every time a qualified candidate said to me, “I really thought I had that job! I had great interviews with the team...

After more than 25 years in Executive Assistant recruiting, I’ve learned a simple truth: the best Executive Assistants don’t just support...

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Let me start with a true story. A few years ago, I received what looked like a solid  resume: great experience, strong skills, relevant...

After 25 years in recruiting and managing both the stars and the duds, I can tell you exactly what separates a pro from the pretenders. Whether you're in HR or you're a job seeker, here are five signs you're in very good hands.

As we begin the second half of 2025, we at Alan J. Blair Personnel will be six months away from proudly celebrating 50 remarkable years...

Who Am I? Hi there! I am Bradford Mattin, the proud owner of Alan J. Blair Personnel Services, Inc., one of San Francisco’s...