The Harper Group

10/17/08

Best way to find a job!

by meggrace

I very recently worked with The Harper Group to find my dream job. Entering the office I was overwhelmed by the lovely thank you letters on the walls and knew this was the place I needed. Recently graduating from a great University, with interning experience and awesome grades I was frustrated that I spent the whole summer searching for jobs with no replies, then I found Harper Group. I worked with both Jill and Jean, both of them went out of their way to prepare me for the interview, post interview and answered any other questions I had. It is hard finding any job in todays economy and Harper Group went above and beyond finding me my dream job!!

• Pros: They know what they are doing!

09/18/08

Above and Beyond!

by itsjustme5116

I was just placed by The Harper Group and came on here to submit a review when I read the most recent one. Obviously there's a reason why he/she is unemployed. Attitude plays a huge factor in the entire job hunting process...including how you treat employment services. If you are rude to those that want to help you why should they go out of their way to be pleasant? Jill and Jean would go on the interview for you if they could. They are compassionate, empathic and sincere in their quest to help. They don't give up...every...until they find you exactly what you want. This is the second time they have placed me and these ladies should be proud of themselves for their dedication and kindness.

Those who leave negative reviews really need to get jobs because they obviously have too much time on their hands.

• Pros: Sincerity, Dedication, Compassion
• Cons: None

08/15/08

Fantastic expirience!!

by Staaacy

I had the most amazing expirience with Harper Group. I worked with Jean who was so nice and very involved. I always felt that she was on top of what was going on with me. We were in contact a few times a week and even though I was completely switching careers, she was able to get me an interview with an AMAZING company within a matter of weeks! In Manhattan! During the summer! Which is a miracle within itself. I got the job and couldnt be happier.

Go with Harper Group!

08/12/08

Great employment firm whether a client or a job seeker

by lbaronnyc

I've used The Harper Group in my hiring as well as, recently, for my own job search. They were excellent from both perspectives. Jean and Jill are amazing, courteous professionals who have an excellent grasp of the employer/employee match. During my job search they never tried to push me into a job that wasn't the right fit, only sent me on interviews that were good possibilities. Jill provides sound, compassionate advice when needed and seems to work around the clock! I would absolutely recommend them (and I do!) to anyone looking to hire candidates or apply for a job themselves.

• Pros: Professional, Courteous, Very hard working and compassionate
• Cons: As a smaller firm they might not have the same job pool--but what they had were great opportunities.

08/11/08

Great Personalized Service and Encouraging Staff!

by serendipity008

The Harper Group was the first and only temp agency I sent my resume into, on a whim while taking a course through NYU. Within two hours of submitting my resume via email, I received a phone call from Jean, setting up an appointment to get in to meet with her the next day. I was immediately happy with her encouragement and dedication to finding me work, even in these difficult summer months when temps are replaced by interns. Although it took a couple weeks for Harper to find me work, I was pleased that when I called in to check on the status, they recognized me by name and were polite and encouraging. I haven't spent much time with Jill, but she was professional and courteous in the brief time I did speak with her. Jean, however, was an absolute gem to work with! I hope to continue with Harper until I find a permanent position!

• Pros: They know you by name; friendly, concerned staff
• Cons: As a smaller firm, their job selection is more limited

06/18/08

Jacquelyn Lane "Client"

by jacquelynlane

If you want your employment needs met whether seeking a position or seeking to hire Harper Group is the team to do your search. You are not just a number but an individual that wants a choice of demand in the workforce........ HARPER GROUP provides that and more.

• Pros: Meeting your employment needs.
• Cons: Pusing you to succeed.

06/17/08

Best Agency in NYC!

by LMSsk

After months of visiting other agencies and interviewing at places I did not want to work, I finally came across the Harper Group....and Thank GOD! I just landed a wonderful job at an amazing company. This job is exactly what I have been looking for and I could not have done it without Jean and Jill. These ladies are terrific, very professional, and best of all give you the one on one attention that other agencies don't. The first day I walked in, everyone was extremely friendly....Jill even typed up my resume! She made it look wonderful! She was also perfect at finding out exactly what areas I was interested in working in. I remember leaving the office feeling very positive. For the first time I felt like I had left an agency where I was understood and where we were all on the same page. They almost always manage to answer their phones and if they do not, your phone call will be returned the day of. Another thing I found extremely rare in NYC. You would be dumb not to try them. Highly recommended!

• Pros: Every pro you can think of!
• Cons: NONE

06/17/08

Thank you Harper Group!!!!

by NYCBound

Just moving to a new big city after being away 7 yrs is an extremely overwhelming experience...especially when you come to NY with no job! What a blessing to have met the ladies at The Harper Group! Jill and I clicked and she immediately went to work for me. I had some things roll in almost right away! I had been to quite a few agencies prior to The Harper Group and not many impressed me. I, on occassion, felt a bit like "cattle"....this was not the case with Jean and Jean AT ALL!

I am proud to say I now am employed at a fabulous company! I can't thank these ladies enough and feel truely happy to have met them. I HIGHLY recommend The Harper Group to anyone who is looking for a great opportunity!!

• Pros: Friendly, caring, respectful, and EXTREMELY HELPFUL!!!
• Cons: can't think of a negative thing!

05/15/08

My FAVORITE staffing agency!

by CnM13

I finally just finished the long and grueling interview process and thanks to The Harper Group I found my dream job. I must have applied to dozens of agencies before I found The Harper Group. When I went to their office I received so much personal attention. Each time I visited, I was the only person in there. They gave me a great prep session before my interviews and even followed up after each one. I loved that each time I called their office they knew who was calling and what I was calling about. They were always one step ahead of my thoughts.

I can not believe that there are bad comments on here about The Harper Group. Jill and Jean are wonderful and very courteous. I think that job hunters have to remember one thing: staffing agencies are working for the company they are representing. Their job is to find the best match for the company; so if they don?t call you right away it's probably because they don?t have a match for you currently but given some time a new job may arise that does fit your qualifications and that is when they will call. Jill and Jean did not give up until they found the right match for me.

The Harper Group is the only agency that only showed me jobs I asked for. Other agencies push jobs in the financial industry even if you say anything BUT finance. Jill and Jean knew what I was looking for and only presented me jobs in that area. They were great and I am sad that I will not be working with them anymore. I would like to recommend them highly. They will not give up!!

• Pros: Determined, persistant and absolutly wonderful ladies!
• Cons: I have nothing bad to say!!!

05/14/08

Exceptional experience!!!!

by ycampf

I just moved to the New York City area and was lost and frustrated, looking for a job and just about ready to settle for anything. I decided to give the internet one last try, and while on my quest for this job I came across The Harper Group on the internet and decided to give them a call. Instantly I was set up with an interview with Jill. When I got there for my interview, not only did I find their office to be welcoming in its style, but I found Jill and Jean to be warm, excited to get me started, and extremely professional!!! They made me feel so comfortable in their presence and they had exceptional knowledge of the industry. I knew right away this was the place that I felt I could trust in helping me with my job quest. Jill worked with me one on one preparing me for what the job market had to offer and listened to what I was looking for out of a job. She instantly set me up with an interview with a company that is not only offering me a job, but a company I feel like I can grow with!! I am so excited that I have finally found a job in my career path and owe it to Jill! Thank you Jill and Jean at The Harper Group, you guys are the best!!!