If there is one question that I’m asked each day – from both sides of the desk – it’s “what’s going on in the job market?” Or some form of that question. Let’s consider the recruitment or talent attraction side of the game for this discussion and look at those dynamics. Since many of you are numbers people, let’s look at some “job [...]
How do you feel about the state in which you’re living? No – I’m not talking about states of confusion or shock, I’m talking about your residence. We Florida residents take a lot of flack about Florida Man 🐊, but there are many reasons to love this state. One is the low overall tax burden. A recent study by WalletHub has ranked the [...]
Congratulations! 🎉You finally got that promotion you’ve been looking for. A great chance to take on more responsibilities and flex new muscles. Hang on a sec. There’s just one thing. Due to significant increases in salaries and business costs over the last 3 years, this one will be what’s called a “dry promotion”. 😳A promotion with no increase in compensation. Recent data from [...]
Never thought I would be writing a post about Gen Xers facing ageism at a much earlier age than previous generations. But here we are. 😳 As a member of Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980, you may have been feeling the sting of ageism in the workplace. This often-overlooked generation is now facing challenges that were once associated with older workers. [...]
In the fast-paced world of 2024, workplace stress has become a significant challenge, affecting employees' personal lives and overall well-being. Recent studies reveal that Gen Xers are experiencing increased stress due to work pressures, leading to higher divorce rates and relationship breakdowns. Let’s look at some specific numbers generated from recent surveys. 🔍 😶 According to the American Psychological Association, 41% of workers [...]
You’re taking an office tour during your first interview. You see some paper on the floor, you bump into someone innocuously who strikes up a conversation with your tour guide. Or perhaps something else happens to knock the interview off kilter. What’s up with that? The traditional interview format can feel a bit… well, staged. But what if you could uncover the company's [...]
Over the 30 years of my recruiting career, I’ve always stressed to professionals how important it is to be proactive about their future. Well, I guess there’s a term for that now. Enter "career cushioning," a situation where professionals strategically build backup plans in case their current role becomes unstable. 🪂 What does it look like? Career cushioning can involve a variety of [...]
As you’re navigating the interview process, it’s important to pay close attention to important points on the timeline of the deal. Doesn’t matter if it’s the first interview or third in the process, the opening & closing of each meeting is super important. 🤝 We all know that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Today though, let’s talk [...]
You’ve finally made it through the interview process and have received a very competitive offer. 🙌🏻 Sure you’d like to have another to compare it to, but you don’t have that luxury. You’re excited about the company and thrilled that they made the offer. Should you accept on the spot? Think about it overnight? Ask for a long weekend to consider because you’re [...]
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. 🤔 That said, let’s keep in mind what to expect in a job interview process. [...]