March 2013
Going Green: Carpool to Your Assignments 
As gas prices rise, the cost of commuting starts to make lower paying but close to home jobs look much better.

In addition, if you plan on working catering assignments this summer, you can boost your work income by car pooling. At $4 a gallon, sharing driving costs can add up to a nice pay raise for everyone. "We have workers who regularly commute together from Sonoma to wineries in St. Helena and Alexander Valley. They cut their travel costs by 75% and build camaraderie while in transit. That often results in better teamwork on the assignment," says Jane Tanner.

Since gas costs are unlikely to ease any time soon, looking for ways to cut your driving expenses is going to be good for your green, cash that is!  
Jobs We've Recently Filled 
POSITIONINDUSTRYLOCATIONPAY RATE
Bottling LineWineWindsor$10.00
ServerWineCalistoga$15.00
CookRestaurantNapa$12.00
Marketing RepTransportationBenicia$12.00
Public Affairs Specialist
TransportationSanta Rosa$12.00
Field Engineer AsstConstructionNapa$20.00
Shipping ClerkApparelBenicia$12.00
Warehouse LaborLogisticsRichmond$11.00
Production SupervisorManufacturingSonoma$16.00

Timesheet Reminder
We all work to get paid. However, we can't pay you until we have your timesheet.  Be sure to have yours' in no later than noon every Monday.
If there is a Monday holiday, the deadline is 10:00 AM Tuesday. If your assignment ends before you expect and you didn't get the supervisor to sign your sheet, submit it to us with a note so we call the client and get their approval for you.
If you have any questions be sure to call us. Remember without a timesheet we don't know how much to pay you!
In This Issue
Saving Green
Getting Paid
Consider Your References
Call Your References before You Apply

Your references are a critical piece of your job hunting puzzle. Professional references give your prospective employer an insight into what kind of job performance they can expect from you. Your personal references suggest something about your stability and reliability.
Both are important to your future so don't take any unnecessary chances. Maintain a list of 3 people with whom you've worked as a co-worker, a direct report and a manager/supervisor. Be sure to contact them before you list them on any forms. 
Don't set your references up for an unexpected call, instead be sure they are ready to recommend you!