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Virtual vs. In-Person Interviews: What We Have Gained and What We Have Lost
Virtual vs. In-Person Interviews: What We Have Gained and What We Have Lost Not long ago, an in-person interview was a non-negotiable part of the hiring process. Candidates expected to take time off from work, travel to a company’s office, and meet with...
The Dark Side of “Culture Fit”
“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....
The Hidden Hiring Trap That’s Costing You More Than You Think
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...
Life After Federal Employment
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...
Authenticity in the Job Search: How Personal Should You Get?
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...
Chasing Passion Over Paychecks: When It’s Time to Align Your Career with Your True Purpose
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...
Embracing Career Transitions: A Mindset Shift from Challenge to Opportunity
Life’s transitions, whether personal or professional, often come with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. When my wife and I relocated from our long-time home in a town where we had lived for 30+ years to a new home down state. We found ourselves in the unfamiliar...
10 Steps to Creating a Vibrant College Intern Program That Yields Top Emerging Talent
Some companies like Google, Microsoft and even NASA have a waiting list a mile long to get into their intern programs. Let’s just say, they aren’t lacking when it comes to having a feeder program for top emerging talent. Their programs are fiercely competitive,...
Building Effective Teams: Fresh Strategies for Today’s Work Environment
"Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success." - Henry Ford In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of work, building an effective team is both an art and a science. As we look beyond traditional methods and embrace...
AI and Talent Acquisition: 2024 update
In recent years, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into various aspects of business operations has been nothing short of revolutionary. From predictive analytics to personalized marketing, AI technologies have demonstrated their ability to streamline processes,...
Working for a Greater Cause: The Distinctive World of Non-Profit Careers
In a world where the bottom line often dominates the conversation, making the leap to the non-profit sector can seem like stepping onto a different planet. Here, success is measured not in profit margins but in lives impacted. If you're considering a career shift or...
Global Economy Meets Global Talent Pool: It’s a Good Thing!
Over the past decade, the landscape of executive talent search has undergone a remarkable transformation, especially in the context of US companies accessing global talent and global companies tapping into the vast pool of talent within the United States. This shift...
Has the Post-Pandemic Era Dented Company Culture? Here’s What the Top Firms Are Doing to Adapt
As the world gingerly navigates the uncharted waters of the post-pandemic era, businesses are grappling with a seismic shift in workplace dynamics. Gone are the days when the buzz of conversation flowed naturally during coffee breaks, or when spontaneous brainstorming...
AI and the Job Market – will there be Winners and Losers?
Artificial Intelligence, or AI has been around for some time, but the release of ChatGPT has the World abuzz, especially regarding employment. What career paths will be negatively affected, and where will there be new opportunities? The Winners and Losers The rise of...
Embracing the Work-From-Home Phenomenon: Why Employees Don’t Want to Return to the Office
The work-from-home phenomenon has been reshaping the corporate world ever since the COVID-19 pandemic forced companies to adapt to remote work. As we navigate the post-pandemic world, many employees in industries that allow remote work are expressing a preference for...