Opinion
How Managers Lose Their Best Employees
After interviewing thousands of job candidates during my years in management and recruiting, I’ve noticed a consistent pattern. The pattern provides insights into why managers lose their best employees – and how great managers retain them. Whenever I ask candidates, “What are the three most important things to you in a work environment?” – the answers…
Career Change Advice From an Expert Talent Recruiter
Thinking about a career change but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. Many of us reach a point where we feel the need for a new direction, whether it’s to find greater purpose, better balance, or simply a new challenge. Changing careers is something I’ve done a couple of times, and I…
Juneteenth: Expand Your Knowledge
“Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won, you earn it and win it in every generation.” – Coretta Scott King Juneteenth is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on June 19th. It is a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of African American history and culture. This Juneteenth, here are some ways 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…
Why It Makes Good Sense To Celebrate Gay Pride During the Month of June for Your LGBTQIA+ Staff and for Your Customers
The month of June is Gay Pride Month throughout the world, marking the turmoil and protests that the LGBTQIA+ had after the Stonewall riots, where the NYPD invaded the Stonewall Inn, a gay nightclub in Greenwich Village, New York City, on June 28, 1969. This milestone galvanized the community to come together and fight for…
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…
How AI Opens Doors to Better Marketing
When ChatGPT launched and the generative AI wave hit marketing departments everywhere, reactions spiked in opposite directions, from euphoria to existential dread. Copywriters began worrying about their jobs. CMOs announced strategic initiatives around AI transformation. Vendors rebranded every product with AI badges. Tech firms and consultants published AI frameworks. We’re now two years past the initial hype and wave of artificial…
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…
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,…
