Many of you have reached out, curious about the current job market, particularly the interview landscape. Based on my contacts and hearing from companies & candidates, 2024 has started off choppy. Is the "it's a candidate's market" era drawing to a close? Too soon to tell I think. đ¤ That said, letâs keep in mind what to expect in a job interview process. [...]
More and more white-collar professionals are starting âside hustlesâ and/or joining the gig economy piecing together contract work to fill their days. These gigs arenât limited to driving Uber or Doordash either. Letâs look at the big picture when it comes to side gigs. Overall, the gig economy continues to be a significant force in the global workforce, and 2024 is shaping up to [...]
Youâve finally got that resume polished and youâre ready to consider new career opportunities. Thereâs one small problem though, youâre currently working and your boss/management team seems to know everyone in town. How are you supposed to evaluate whatâs next for you aside from looking at online job ads? đ As a trusted recruiter with over 25 years of experience, I understand that [...]
How is your job/career search going? Noticing things are a little tighter than they have been the last few years? Over the last few years job seekers have had to deal with the conundrum of multiple offers. Now, however, they are having to deal with different levels of rejection. The interview process takes time and it is a process. Itâs important to keep [...]
Let's face it, the interview process isn't always sunshine and rainbows. While companies and candidates alike strive to present their best selves, a surprising number of hiring managers may not be entirely forthcoming. According to a recent CNBC survey, nearly 40% of hiring managers admitted to stretching the truth during interviews. This raises a crucial question: why do hiring managers lie, and how can [...]
Ever send your resume in to a job that looks perfect for you and never hear back? Not a peep? Iâm not talking about a job that looks perfect TO you â meaning one where you donât meet qualifications, but youâd love to have, or you think you can do. Iâm talking about a job post where you check ALL the boxes. What [...]
A recent study by Accordion has sent shockwaves through the private equity world: 91% of CFOs in PE-backed companies report feeling less job security than before their firm received PE funding. This isn't just a case of nerves â it's a symptom of a deeper disconnect between PE sponsors and portfolio companies. Why the worry? đ Pressure Cooker Performance:Â PE firms prioritize aggressive growth [...]
Happy Friday! Hopefully you have some downtime and fun activities planned for the weekend. Ever wonder if your activities or hobbies have an impact on you over and above helping you blow off steam? Can they help with your career? Turns out, your hobbies might hold the secret career weapon you've been overlooking. đŻ Let's take a closer look at how using some [...]
It's a familiar scene: a colleague announces their resignation out of the blue, and shock ripples through the team. "But they loved their job!" the whispers begin. Whatâs going on? Yes, sometimes, even dream jobs become chapters that need closing. While it might seem counterintuitive, leaving a beloved role can be a positive and necessary step for both personal and professional growth. The [...]
âHow many firms allow fully remote anymore and what is the trend in the market?â Thatâs a discussion I have with both candidates and clients every day. In a nutshell, Iâm not seeing too many fully remote roles anymore (there are some) and the pendulum seems to be swinging back towards the office. Many firms have adopted a 4/1 or 3/2 approach. Itâs [...]