Career Advice
The Best Niches in Talent Recruiting
There are thousands of detailed industries operating in the United States today, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there are no universally best niches in talent recruiting. However, there are certainly industry sectors and vertical markets where it can be easier than others for professionals to find success in talent acquisition. This is true for both established recruiters and those who are new to…
What Great Hospitality Professionals Have in Common
One of the things I’ve enjoyed most about transitioning from hospitality into talent recruiting is connecting with talented hospitality professionals from a completely different perspective. Every week, I speak with candidates from all corners of the industry. Some have impressive titles. Some have worked for well-known brands. Some have resumes that immediately grab attention. And some don’t. What I’m reminded of time and again is that the…
Somatic Preparation: The Missing Piece in Job Interview Success
The strongest job candidates aren’t always the most qualified. Often, they’re the most grounded in their physical presence, or body regulation, during job interviews. Breathing is relaxed. Posture is good. Facial expressions are appropriate and engaging. And arms and hand gestures are at ease (not fidgety). Those physiological signs project someone who is calm, confident, and present in the moment, especially while under pressure – like…
Summertime Blues: Accepting a New Job When You Have a Vacation Commitment
You’ve been searching for months and are finally closing in on your dream job. There’s just one problem. The hiring company’s timeline for onboarding you is on a direct collision course with your long-anticipated vacation. Your trip has been locked in for months, maybe longer. Preplanned vacations are unavoidable. Itineraries must be coordinated. Transportation and accommodations must be booked well…
The Importance of Balance and Openness in Talent Recruiting
In our line of work as talent recruiters, we often come across exceptional job candidates who seem like the perfect fit for a particular job opportunity. They check all the boxes for the job description, the client’s company culture, and the employer brand. We see their passion, dedication, and alignment with the client’s needs, and…
6 Important Tips for Day One on Your New Job
Anticipating the first day of work at your new job can create jitters and produce nervous energy. This is totally understandable since day one sets the tone for anyone’s integration into a new company and team. First impressions count for so much and can stick with new hires for a long time, so it matters…
Turning a Tech Layoff into Your Next Breakthrough
After nearly a decade at the same company, I didn’t expect my journey to end the way it did. Like many others in tech, my role was impacted after a private equity acquisition. It was a moment that forced me to pause, reflect, and ultimately rethink how I approach work, career growth, and success. Here’s what I learned: Gratitude still matters, even at the…
Want to Relocate? 10 States that Pay the Most and Cost the Least
Relocating is a big move, so it’s smart to think through all the key factors before you take the leap. Look for a place that’s the right fit for you, whether you prefer the busy pace of city life, or the outdoor greenspaces and more spacious housing options of suburban living – or a quiet,…
Leveraging Social Media to Hire and Be Hired
When I was job searching last summer, I was coming off a stint as a sports marketing manager at Spikeball. Over time, I had become a jack-of-all-trades with experience in video editing, graphic design, marketing, events, and social media – but as the idiom goes, I felt like a master of none. I wasn’t sure which lane to lean into for…
Travel Jobs That Pay Well
Jobs that require a lot of travel can be attractive and advantageous to many people, providing a way to experience new places while being paid, and in many cases, enjoy greater earning potential and higher average salaries than other career choices. Are you at a place in your life or career where you’re ready to…
