Hiring Advice
How I Used a Layoff and Severance Pay to Launch My Own Business
After enduring eight corporate reorganizations in 20 years, I became a casualty of the latest business downsizing and reorganizations. Year after year, the fear of losing my job loomed over me, creating tremendous stress. Further, my continuous hard work each year was met with minimal salary increases as I had already reached the maximum pay…
Quick Guide to Building Effective Property Management Teams
As a talent recruiting specialist, one of my areas of focus is helping companies in the property management industry fortify their teams. This often includes sourcing talent for tough-to-fill positions and job vacancies at property management companies, real estate firms (including real estate investment firms), commercial and residential rental properties, investment properties, commercial property management…
This Women’s History Month, Let’s All Help to Move the Mark
Women’s History Month is a time to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments of women throughout American history and the labor movement. It is a time to celebrate our nation of heroes and all that women have contributed to society, here and abroad. Just as important, it is a time to join in and act to create…
When Is the Right Time to Check a Job Candidate’s References?
The job search and especially the hiring process with prospective employers can be stressful for job candidates. It’s important for hiring executives and hiring managers to be respectful of their time and emotions. After all, these individuals are showing interest in joining your organization and taking the time to apply. Whether or not they are…
Top 5 Things to Look for When Hiring a Cannabis Executive
The cannabis business is an emerging marketplace that is going through a reshaping of the way business is conducted. This is based on a combination of dynamics, both internal and external, that need to be recognized and addressed in a company’s general behavior. Internal examples of things driving change: More, bigger, and better competition A…
Is an Executive Recruiter the Right Talent Solution for Your Business?
Top leadership roles are the most critical positions at a company and can also be the most challenging to fill. When there’s a void at the top, not just any executive hire can step in and take the reins. At times like this, companies need access to the most talented professionals – including and especially…
Employee Recognition for the Win!
Over the last 8 years, my recruiting career has led me to speak with job seekers every day. In those conversations, I always ask what’s most important to them outside of salary and benefits; not because those aren’t important factors, but because as recruiters, we like to dig a little deeper into the intangibles. Obviously, answers…
5 Job Posting Tips from a Social Media Perspective
As social media manager for Goodwin Recruiting, I tend to observe online job postings in a different way – a platform-specific way. It’s important that job postings include the right details about an open position, but to successfully attract and motivate potential candidates through social media, it’s also essential to post a job in a…
Hospitality Skills Drive Success in All Industries
Before I chose to become a talent recruiter several years ago, I spent decades in the hospitality industry. Working in hotels, restaurants, and hospitality management teaches people some invaluable things – like how to appease and calm an upset guest, balance 10 dishes at the same time, perfectly fold towels, and of course, as a…
The Many Benefits of Hiring a Private Chef
When you’re busy with work, family, commitments, and life in general, the thought of having someone prepare all of your meals probably never occurs to you – except maybe in your dreams. Am I right? For many of us, hiring a private chef (also known as a personal chef) has never been a traditional train…
