Opinion
Building the Right Career Path Starts with Your Passion
Think about how much time you spend working. The average U.S. adult works 2,012 hours per year and an estimated 90,000 hours throughout their lifetime. That’s a whole lot of time to spend doing things that don’t bring personal and professional fulfillment, or that lead you to burnout. There’s a better way if you choose…
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…
What to Look for When Investing in a Company
What are the key factors for finding success when investing in a company? Are they the performance metrics, financial instruments, market valuations, and projections used to make good investment decisions? Yes, and there are many more, but two specific dynamics may be the crowning jewels. One of those underlying forces is the caliber and know-how…
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…
The Daughters of the Great Depression and How They Shaped Gender Equality
With Gender Equality Month wrapping up, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the women who have helped shape women’s rights and the privileges we often take for granted today. Susan B. Anthony, Gloria Steinem, Malala Youssafza, and Freda Kalou, just to name a few. The wonderful achievements of women are never-ending, and I’m grateful to all of those who made such an impact on gender equality. The women I want to reflect on today are the daughters of the Great Depression,…
Why Mental Health Should Be Part of Your DEI Conversation
Did you know that 90% of companies globally say they focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)? Did you know that of that 90%, only 4% of employers say they focus on disabilities as a part of their DEI standards? Today, I am going to specifically talk about mental health and why it…
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…
Living and Working in the Cayman Islands: What You Need to Know
One of my areas of focus as a talent recruiter is working with businesses in the Caribbean in a wide range of industries that need to attract professionals to their open positions. As a former resident and business owner in the Caribbean, I am a knowledgeable and trusted resource for job candidates, as well as…
