It is not an easy time to be a business or employee in California. COVID, the cost of living, and wildfires are disrupting day to day operations and challenging managers to support their employees. We at BOLT understand, and want to do what we can to help you and your business during this time of… Read more »
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Banana Bread
Banana bread is one of the easiest and most delicious baked goods. It’s perfect for getting rid of over ripe bananas without wasting them. Also, it’s really just a cake that is acceptable to eat in the mornings which is something we can all use. This is a great recipe for bakers with even the… Read more »
Recipe: Frosted Oatmeal Cookies
In my opinion, oatmeal cookies are the best non chocolate cookies to exist. They are sweet and spicy and make you feel warm inside. Frosted oatmeal is even better, the glaze gives the cookies a needed sweetness and a great added texture. These cookies are super easy to make, you don’t even need a mixer.… Read more »
Recipe: Blueberry Muffins
Nothing is better than blueberry muffins in the morning! This recipe has just a few steps and is super easy so its perfect for any beginning baker. Just make sure you have a muffin/cupcake tin and some blueberries and you’re ready to go! Makes 12-14 muffins Ingredients ½ cup softened butter (1 stick) 1… Read more »
How to Throw a Netflix Party
As quarantine drags on, it is normal to be missing close connection with your friends and family. Virtual group calls are nice, but it can be difficult to have a real conversation with everyone making noise. Well, I have great news for you! Netflix Party is a platform that allows you to watch Netflix at… Read more »
Recipe: Lemon Cake
If you like citrus and cake, this recipe is for you! This lemon cake is a quick and easy way to impress your friends with your baking skills. As long as you have a few pantry staples you will be able to make this beautiful cake! A couple specific kitchen utensils you will need for this recipe are a loaf pan, a microplane (to zest your lemon) and a vegetable peeler (a Y shaped… Read more »
Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies
Here is Bolt’s favorite recipe for chocolate chip cookies! They are delicious and stay chewy, which I once thought was an impossible feat. They are super simple to make and only take a little bit of preparation, mainly letting the butter, eggs and milk get to room temperature. Bake these to give as a gift,… Read more »
You Should Go Back to Work
Quarantine is coming to an end and businesses are reopening! If you have been collecting unemployment, you are probably aware that it runs out after a certain number of weeks. How many weeks varies by state but it is a great idea to get ahead of this deadline. Luckily for you BOLT has jobs that can get you back to work fast. Below are some of… Read more »
Stay Productive While Working from Home
Even as many states are opening back up, office culture seems like it may never return to “normal”. For offices that are reopening, face masks and temperature checks seem to be here to stay. Remote work has become more accepted and even encouraged as some offices are going to stay closed. Working from home is great for many reasons; no commute, allows… Read more »
Steps for Turning Your Temporary Position into a Permanent One
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 »