Hiring Advice
Celebrate Irish American Heritage Month: A Legacy of Strength and Culture
The month of March is Irish American Heritage Month in the United States, a time to recognize and honor the profound contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants within the fabric of American society. From politics and labor to music, literature, jobs, and cuisine, the Irish American influence is indeed woven into our country’s rich…
The Benefits of an Outside Perspective in Hiring
One of the things I love about Goodwin Recruiting is that we get to choose the organizations we represent. As a senior recruiting partner, I value the opportunity to work with executives and hiring managers who deeply care about their businesses and their people. It’s wonderful to know that the job candidates we send to…
3 Industries Experiencing Skills Gaps
A skills gap happens when the demand for qualified professionals outweighs the supply of candidates with the technical skills to fill those job openings. In other words, companies are hiring, but there simply aren’t enough skilled workers available to step in. These gaps can emerge for a variety of reasons. Industries evolve, after all, and…
How Recruiters Can Help to Inspire Change
With today, February 20th, being World Day of Social Justice – it’s the perfect time to reflect on what this day means, and how those of us working in the recruiting space, specifically, can inspire positive changes for those around us. Recruiters have a unique and exciting opportunity to help those who have historically faced…
Is It Time to Update Your Hiring Process?
Imagine this: A hiring manager begins an interview with a candidate by bluntly stating, “This job isn’t for the weak.” Now, take a moment to consider what kind of first impression that can create. Rather than inspire confidence or excitement, such a statement might come across as unwelcoming or even dismissive. In fact, it could…
Attention Hiring Managers: A Fun Word Scramble Just for You!
Dear hiring managers – and all professionals in talent recruiting: We think you deserve a break today (and every day). So, grab your favorite beverage and put on your creative thinking cap. It’s time to unwind from the tasks at hand and give these entertaining brain twisters a whirl! In honor of National Puzzle Day…
Keys to Solving Talent Gaps: Creative Recruiting and Retention Strategies
In 2024, the global talent shortage was a persistent and pressing issue for businesses. Companies faced greater challenges than ever in finding qualified candidates, especially in specialized fields. Unfortunately, this trend is expected to continue and perhaps intensify in 2025. Here’s a look at the current state of the talent shortage challenge, factors contributing…
Use a Manufacturing Recruiter to Find Passive Job Candidates
In recent years, the global manufacturing industry has seen steady growth in a variety of ways, resulting from post-pandemic recovery to digital transformation, product and service innovation, sustainability initiatives, and strategic investments. The United States has experienced significant manufacturing growth driven by the same trends, particularly from infusions of capital from private investments and government…
Does the ‘White Font’ Resume Hack Really Work?
Have you heard of the ‘white font’ resume hack? Essentially, it’s when job seekers take specific, relevant keywords that appear in a job posting or job description and add them to their resume in white font (white text). The intent in inserting this hidden text is to make a resume stand out in the…
Keeping Pay Competitive with the Local Cost of Living
Although inflation has been on a gradual decline, it has significantly increased in recent years and some of your employees may be struggling to keep up with their day-to-day expenses. It is essential to the success of any organization to keep employee pay competitive with the current cost of living. Staying up to date…
