Opinion
The More Things Change in Talent Recruiting, the More They Stay the Same
I’ve been in the talent and executive recruiting world for going on 20 years, having entered the industry as a Goodwin Recruiting Partner in the early 2000s. When I first started in the business, things were a little different than they are today. Some practices and methodologies have changed, and surprisingly, some remain exactly the…
Betting on Myself
About a year ago, I was going through some tough times with my personal life and work. I decided to leave my time-consuming, full-time job with the hope of finding something new, something exciting, something that gave me the freedom to have a balance between work and life. Nine-to-five jobs were never my thing, or…
Don’t Fall for ‘The Dangle’ During Your Job Search
You’ve been staying in contact with a talent recruiter or hiring manager at a company that you think is a great fit for you. After several weeks or months, they finally call to let you know your dream job is available, and they want you to apply. Fantastic. Congrats! However, when you open the job…
“Remember the Balance” – How to Succeed at Work and School
One of the great things about Goodwin Recruiting is that you don’t have to have an expensive education to succeed here. I joined the company as a recruiting partner in 2018. I showed up on their virtual doorstep with a work ethic, a love for serving others, a burning desire to succeed, and a third…
How to Be Successful in Your New Role
Have you ever thought you were knocking a new job out of the park, only to learn your employer disagreed? Or thought you weren’t doing so great, but your employer thought your performance was fantastic? Our focus as talent recruiters is to align the goals of our candidates and clients through transparent communication. To…
Employer Call to Action: A fresh look at job postings
When was the last time you took a good look at your job postings? If hiring the best people possible is vital to your company (and I hope and trust you see it that way!), they’re one of the essential tools in your toolbox. Whether candidates find them on a job board, on your site,…
On Boss’s Day, I’m Celebrating Starting My Own Business
For years I was told that I should open my own restaurant, and I always balked at the idea. The insistence of others that I become my own boss seemed crazy. You see, I put years into running other people’s businesses and was always amazed at how much more they worked than I did –…
Why You Should Consider a Career in the Trades
If you’re torn between pursuing a four-year college degree or exploring an opportunity or career path in the trades, then you’ve stumbled across the right article. I have years of experience as a manufacturing engineer/manager in the automotive industry and can tell you firsthand the success I’ve seen among individuals choosing a job in…
The Many Reasons I Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year in the United States from September 15 to October 15 by honoring “the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.” Each year has a different theme, with the theme for 2022 being “Unidos: Inclusivity…
It’s Not Retiring – It’s Re-Wiring! Come ‘Unretire’ with Me.
Have you been thinking about retiring but feel you’re not quite ready? The labor force is aging, and a lot of people are having the same opposing thoughts. You’re not alone! I hope this gives you a new and fresh perspective from someone who has ‘been there.’ Making the transition from being a full-time, lifelong…
