Protect Your Company and People from Evolving Phishing Attacks
Phishing attacks are on the rise, and unfortunately, scammers are becoming more sophisticated in their methods by the day. Organizations are acutely aware that these threats exist, but how many companies are doing everything possible – today – to protect their businesses and employees? Companies are targeted for access to their networks and sensitive data.…
Read MoreContacted by a Talent Recruiter? Make Sure They’re Legit.
Not every recruiter who approaches job candidates is legitimate. Meaning, they may not be a talent recruiter at all, but rather someone pushing fake job offers with nefarious intentions. In fact, recruiting scams are a real and ongoing issue. The prevalence of scams and phishing schemes in the world of talent recruiting has made…
Read More9 Reasons to Use a Recruiter for Sales Job Openings
Hiring salespeople involves high-stakes decisions. Any organization’s success heavily relies on sales team performance, yet too often, decisions during the hiring process are made with a shortage of insights into candidates, thwarting the odds of making good hires. Sales candidates are often hired based on their past success alone, which may not translate to…
Read MoreNational Hispanic Heritage Month: Q&A with Antonio Soto & Jamaloan Abraham
National Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15th to October 15th each year. It celebrates “the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.” We interviewed two of our Senior Recruiting Partners, Antonio Soto and Jamaloan Abraham, to learn more about National…
Read MoreMy Journey to Goodwin Recruiting: A Manifestation of Dreams
I used to think the idea of manifesting goals and dreams was a feel-good concept from self-help books, something to inspire hope but not taken too seriously. Now, I believe differently. My role as a senior talent recruiting partner at Goodwin Recruiting is more fulfilling than I ever imagined, and I truly believe it’s a manifestation…
Read MoreCreate Volunteer Days for Your Company
September 5 is International Day of Charity, established in 2012 by the United Nations General Assembly “to help others through volunteer and philanthropic activities.” This power-packed day of recognition is celebrated globally, including and especially through corporate social responsibility (CSR) and corporate volunteer programs. Company-sponsored initiatives that provide employee volunteering opportunities go a long…
Read More5 Big Reasons to Diversify Your Team
Along with shifting demographics in the U.S. population, and therefore within the American workforce, there is a growing focus among employers on creating inclusive workplaces – with more women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals who are entering and advancing within their organizations. Corporate efforts to evolve with and embrace…
Read MoreBest Practices for Background Checks on Job Candidates
Background checks are enormously important to today’s employers, playing a critical role in the interview and hiring process. Many employers are updating and refining their policies around background checks to better safeguard their businesses and maintain trust with clients, employees, business partners, and all company stakeholders. There’s a lot at stake today with so many…
Read MoreCelebrate National Black Business Month by Empowering Entrepreneurs!
August is National Black Business Month, a time to recognize and support the significant contributions of Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs in the United States. There are many ways to celebrate Black-owned businesses and the dedicated owners who make up this thriving and expanding community of entrepreneurs. Consider the substantial value and positive influence they…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Celebrate National Senior Citizens Day!
August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day in the United States. This annual date was declared in August 1988 by President Ronald Reagan as a time to honor older Americans who have “achieved much for our families, our communities, and our country.” The realities stated in Reagan’s proclamation were so relevant then, and they’re…
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