Even if you don’t currently have a formal leadership position with your employer, it pays to develop leadership skills. Leadership ability indicates to an employer (current or future) that you’re a te
The skills gap remains very real
Posted on Crain’s Cleveland Business, December 20, 2013 During the past few years, the once-tight job market has shifted to become a candidate’s market in many fields. This is particularly true in hig
Interviewing for the Cultural Fit
Posted on Staffing Stream December 20, 2013 Many job interviews focus on a candidate’s job skills and experience. But it’s also important to assess whether a person is a good match for the company’s c
Three industries — staffing, retail and restaurants — will be most affected by the Affordable Care Act
Posted in Cleveland Crain’s Business- November 7, 2013 There are many changes ahead in health care with the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. And there’s a real scramble going on to understan
Optimize the Video Interview Experience
Posted on Staffing Stream- October 1, 2013 Video interviewing is becoming increasingly popular with employers because of its big benefits. Candidates, too, are becoming more comfortable with its use b
Businesses can succeed in Northeast Ohio and help each other at the same time
Posted in Cleveland Crain’s Business- July 23, 2013 Businesses can succeed in Northeast Ohio and help each other at the same time. I learned that important lesson a few years ago when my recruiting an
5 Ways to Weather the Counteroffer
Posted on Staffing Stream- July 22, 2013 Employees are wielding some negotiating power again as the economy strengthens and employers ramp up hiring. It’s the return of the counteroffer — and it’s dri
Cleveland’s Bad Rap is a Thing of the Past
Posted in Cleveland Crain’s Business- June 20, 2013 Cleveland often gets a bad rap when it comes to being a good place to do business. But as a local business owner and entrepreneur, I’ve found Clevel