This week we wanted to highlight the great work that a local Vallejo based non-profit is doing to help during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Fighting Back Partnership has been active in Solano County for more than thirty years and seeks to “prevent and end poverty and its effects”. They work with local businesses, citizens and government to further their mission of… Read more »
Last week was National Public Services appreciation week, so we thought we’d give a shout out to one of our favorite public servants. Steve Lederer is the head of Napa County’s Public Works Department and a longtime partner and friend of BOLT Staffing. Steve has devoted his career to seeing through the completion of projects, and his tenure as Napa County’s… Read more »
So, you are enjoying your temporary assignment and are looking to get hired for a permanent position. What can you do? How can you give yourself the best chance at securing a long-term role? Below we discuss some ways to show your employer that you are a valuable and successful employee, one who they will want to keep on their team. Show dedication to your position Show… Read more »
The stay at home orders have brought about two never ending challenges; constantly needing to feed everyone and trying to keep the kids entertained. Cooking with your kids can help instill in them a love for both cooking and the food they’re eating. It can also help picky eaters learn to enjoy new foods, as they will see exactly what… Read more »
The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot about office life. Makeshift home office setups, multitasking to keep the kids busy and shifting office culture are all products of the crazy world we live in. Many people have had to become accustomed to the shift from in person meetings to video calls. Whether you have a daily video meeting or an interview, Bolt is here to… Read more »
New rules for retailers were released from Governor Gavin Newsom this week, allowing some businesses to partially reopen. About a third of retail stores in downtown Petaluma opened this weekend to customers, conducting their business curbside. Getting outside and shopping local can be a great way to do something fun while stimulating the local economy.… Read more »
Almost 2 months into the stay at home order the days may be beginning to blend together, but now is a great time to explore new activities with the whole family. Taking a break from school and work can help everyone to relieve stress have some fun. It is the perfect time to try new… Read more »
Wine is to California like Robin is to Batman, you can’t have one without the other. But how did it get there? Here’s a brief history of the wine industry in California. Believe it or not, wine entered into the state when the Spanish came. The missionaries needed to consume wine for their religious practice.… Read more »
Interested in getting into the wine industry but confused about all of that vocabulary? Here’s our guide on some of the important roles that turn those grapes into wine and bottle them up for you to uncork at your dinner table! Winemakers Winemakers are the center of the whole operation. They’re in charge of picking… Read more »
Back in early February we warned about the negative implications of global warming on the wine industry. The blog points out that grapes are very sensitive to climate change and therefore many winemakers have personal interest in reducing their carbon footprint (read it here). Igor Sill from California Ag Today notes some positive changes in… Read more »
