Opinion

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…

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…

Job Seeker Tips: How to Prepare for a Video or Phone Interview

Are you preparing for a phone interview or video call for a potential new job? Here are some phone interview tips from a talent recruiter. These exercises are proven in helping job candidates build confidence and increase job search success.   1. Research the company  There are several ways to research a company before a phone…

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 Best Ways to Market Yourself with Your Resume

Did you know that only about 1% of job seekers who apply for a position are invited for a job interview with the hiring company? In this article, I’m going to give you insights into who those one-percenters are, with specific emphasis on how resumes influence whether job seekers make the invitation list.   What…

The Responsibility We Bear on Holocaust Remembrance Day

We are currently facing a time of division that we have not faced in our recent history. Because of this, it becomes crucial to reflect on and learn from the past. The fractures in our society have led to a lack of understanding and empathy. We must remember our shared history, foster healthy dialogue, and…

Use Evolutions in Education to Help Your Team Succeed

This Wednesday, January 24, is International Day of Education. In 2018, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed this annual date a time for the world to celebrate education and reflect on the importance of learning for development and peace.   In this blog, you’ll discover how our education system in the United States evolved and how…

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…

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