Hiring Advice

Reignite the Flame in Great Job Candidates

I’m often asked how to be a successful recruiter, about my talent recruiting habits, and how to approach a candidate for a job. Those are loaded questions requiring a book to answer, so I frequently default to sharing examples, which are excellent teachers. This is one of the best examples I can give.   Talent recruiters…

How to Support Neurodiverse Employees

Supporting neurodiversity is sometimes overlooked in the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) conversation, but it’s an important initiative. Employing and supporting neurodiverse individuals is key to creating a well-rounded and dynamic workforce and company culture.   Research suggests that up to 15-20% of the U.S. population is neurodivergent, meaning that most of us likely interact in some…

Should You Hire the Job Candidate with the Best Resume?

Even the most experienced hiring managers grapple with this question: Is it always the right decision to hire job candidates who appear best on paper?   Such job seekers are among the first to be noticed and invited for job interviews or invited into the hiring process. But being influenced by and choosing someone based…

Sharing My Journey on Employee Appreciation Day

I didn’t always realize how much showing appreciation can and will change someone’s day, maybe even their life or career. Since March 1 is Employee Appreciation Day, this seems a perfect opportunity to share how important employee recognition has become to me as a human being, a professional, and team member.   On this first Friday…

How to Help Job Candidates Surpass Their Opinions of Themselves

It’s often said that people will not outperform their opinions of themselves. Good talent recruiters don’t subscribe to this belief. Instead, we take pride in elevating the psychological ceiling that talented job candidates often impose on themselves, whether that ceiling was intentionally or unintentionally inflicted. The method we use is found in how we effectively…

The Importance of Kindness in the Workplace 

Random Acts of Kindness Day (also known as RAK Day) is celebrated annually in the United States on February 17th. Specific to the workplace, the simple act of kindness can have a profound impact on your business. On this Random Acts of Kindness Day, take a moment to learn about some of the many benefits of…

The Positive Impact of Black History Month on Hiring Practices

The annual monthlong celebration of Black History Month is one of the longest-standing social justice movements in U.S. history. Last year, we shared these 28 important but overlooked facts – to share one remarkable triumph for each day of the month. And although this year is a leap year with 29 days, the 28 facts…

Learning how to build a strong company culture

How to Build A Strong Company Culture: Insights for Business Leaders

Knowing how to build a strong company culture is always going to be top of mind if you’re looking to build a successful organization. Do you know what your company culture is currently? How can you tell if it’s good or bad? Have you defined it?  If you don’t define what culture is, you still…

6 Things Job Candidates Wish Hiring Managers Understood

I will likely never forget a job interview I had that lasted less than 10 minutes. It was with a local company, and they invited me to interview for the role. The hiring manager asked me about a particular skill set. I told her I had no experience in that area but was more than…

Learning How to Improve Employee Retention

How to Improve Employee Retention

Work has evolved into more than just a way to make a living; it is now a vital aspect of our lives that significantly impacts our overall well-being. A notable trend has emerged over the years, often referred to as The Great Resignation, in which people were and still are taking risks in their quest…

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