by Ken McGovern | Jul 14, 2025 | Culture, Executive Search
“Culture Fit” has become one of the most overused and underexamined phrases in the hiring world. Companies proudly tout that they hire for it. Leaders list it as a top priority in their recruitment process. But peel back the layers, and an unsettling reality emerges....
by Ken McGovern | May 19, 2025 | Executive Search, Job Search
Let’s talk about a silent killer in your business. Not supply chain issues.Not inflation.Not even AI. I’m talking about open positions — and the cost of trying to fill them the wrong way. I’m stressing the WRONG. You might not see it right away. But it’s there.That...
by Ken McGovern | Mar 24, 2025 | Career
Losing a federal job—whether you saw it coming or not—is a moment that forces you to pause. For some, it’s a jarring disruption to a career that felt stable. For others, it’s an unexpected push toward something new, something that may have been sitting in the back of...
by Ken McGovern | Jan 17, 2025 | Culture, Job Search
Gone are the days when job seekers had to fit into a mold to land a role. In today’s hiring landscape, authenticity isn’t just encouraged—it’s a key factor in building strong, lasting professional relationships. Companies are prioritizing cultural alignment, knowing...
by Ken McGovern | Nov 12, 2024 | Career
There comes a moment in many careers when the steady, comfortable path just doesn’t feel right anymore. A lawyer dreaming of becoming a teacher – requiring him to go back to school and take a pay cut. A banker dreaming of leaving corporate and making the shift to...
