Celebrate 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…
Read More10 Must Haves for Your Home Office
With over 25 years of experience working from home, it’s safe to say our team has some solid ideas when it comes to must have items for your home office setup. In no particular order, here are our Top 10 Must Haves for Your Home Office: Comfy Chair When you spend 40+ hours per…
Read MoreMy Surprises When I Joined Goodwin Recruiting
Just over a year ago, I took the leap and left traditional employment to start my own talent recruiting business by connecting with Goodwin Recruiting. As an experienced hiring manager, I wasn’t a stranger to human resources or the recruiting world, but starting a recruitment company from home was a whole new career path and ballgame. …
Read MoreIs It Harder to Find a Job in 2024?
Job candidates…does it seem like finding a new job in 2024 is more difficult than usual? This trend began to emerge on the eve of the New Year. In December 2023, nearly 70% of people surveyed said their current job search was more challenging than their last one. If this is your perception or experience,…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of Being a Talent Recruiter
If you’re thinking about or actively exploring a career as a talent recruiter, you might be interested in knowing some real-world pros and cons of the profession. You might also be interested in the life-changing impacts that talent recruiting is known to have on professionals who choose and thrive in this career. Every role has…
Read MoreHow Can Your Company Better Support Disabled Workers?
According to the CDC, 1 in 4 adults in the United States has some type of disability. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shared that in 2023, 22.5% of people with a disability were employed – the highest recorded ratio since comparable statistics were first collected in 2008. To help foster inclusive workplaces that ensure empathy…
Read MoreThe Power of Friendship in Recruiting and Workforce Engagement
Every year on July 30th, people around the world celebrate International Day of Friendship, a day recognizing and celebrating the bonds that bring us together and enrich our lives with trust, support, and mutual respect. While friendship is often considered a personal and social concept, its impact in professional settings, particularly in talent recruiting and…
Read MoreWhy Companies Post Confidential Jobs – and How to Respond
As a talent recruiter, I hear a lot of commentary from job candidates in response to confidential job postings from employers – meaning the company name is not revealed in the job ad. Often, candidates have mixed reactions. While some candidates involved in a job search immediately assume employers have good reasons for keeping their…
Read More15 Highest-Paying Finance Jobs in 2024
Professionals who work in the financial sector earn above-average annual salaries compared to occupations across most other industries. And they certainly earn their pay. From entry-level roles to the top-ranking and best-paying jobs in finance, competition is fierce for the most sought-after jobs with leading employers. It takes a lot of effort to get in…
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