While job searching can be challenging and nerve wracking, a good staffing company can provide some assistance and some peace of mind. According to experts at Computerworld, a journey that can be frustrating even in great economic conditions becomes even more challenging as the economy tightens and jobs become scarcer. Job hunters may be motivated to look at a staffing agency because they are currently unemployed, or because they have concerns about their company’s future stability. With the current rash of layoffs, some employees feel better about being prepared for an eventuality rather than waiting for the shoe to fall. A staffing firm will generally have a client visit once to take skills tests and fill out paperwork. With a quality staffing firm, following that first visit, their team of professionals begin working to find a suitable match for the skills of the job seeker. The best staffing firms have established relationships with employers and may know about jobs that aren’t yet advertised. Also, such firms generally have training to upgrade your resume, highlight skills that employers are currently seeking, or choose your most marketable strengths. A staffing firm can also help you avoid taking a position that is a dead end or career detour.