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Hiring Outlook for the Rest of the Year: Full-Time vs. Contract IT Talent
Why we’re glad you're here—and hiring smart If you're a hiring manager or HR leader, the rest of 2025 in IT recruitment likely has you...
Heather Gardner
Sep 104 min read


Why Humility Is the Secret Sauce of Every Great HR Advisor (and No, It’s Not Just Being “Nice”)
In today’s fast-paced, ever-shifting workplace—where remote work is the norm, and employee expectations are as dynamic as TikTok...
Heather Gardner
Jul 214 min read


The True Cost of a Bad Hire (and How to Avoid the Painful Fallout)
Hiring the right person can feel like striking gold. Hiring the wrong person? That’s more like finding out your “gold” was just a shiny...
Heather Gardner
Jul 145 min read


Want to Keep Employees Long-Term?
What Not to Do, What To Do, and How to Make People Want to Work for You ( Spoiler alert: It’s not free pizza. ) The Real Cost of...
Heather Gardner
Jun 303 min read


What’s the Hiring Forecast for 2025? (Spoiler: It’s Complicated)
If 2024 was the year of hiring whiplash, 2025 is all about finding our footing. Some industries are hiring like crazy, others are playing...
Heather Gardner
Jun 244 min read


"Wait… Who’s in Charge Now?" – Why Smart Companies Don’t Wing Leadership Transitions
You know that moment when someone says, “We’ll cross that bridge when we get to it,” and then you realize there’s no bridge? That’s what...
Heather Gardner
Jun 242 min read


Pay Transparency Laws – 2025 Update
Did You Know This Is Now the Law in Many States? Over the past few years, pay transparency has shifted from a buzzword to a legal...
Heather Gardner
Jun 163 min read


Unlocking the Power of References When Navigating Job Opportunities and Company Partnerships
Navigating the job market or seeking strong talent can feel overwhelming, but understanding the strategic power of references can...
Heather Gardner
Jun 105 min read


People Over Placements: Choosing a Recruiting Partner with Heart
If you’re a company looking to hire, you’ve likely been approached by more than a few recruiters. Maybe you’ve even worked with a few....
Heather Gardner
May 262 min read


Mastering the Art of Storytelling: Transform Your Resume into a Powerful Narrative for Recruitment
In today’s job market, your resume is like a dating profile—but for your career. And with recruiters swiping left on hundreds of...
Heather Gardner
May 163 min read


The Future is Now: Key Hiring Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond
The talent acquisition landscape is in constant flux, propelled by evolving workforce priorities, shifting economic tides, and the...
Heather Gardner
May 144 min read


The Interview: It’s Not a One-Way Street (And It’s Definitely Not an Interrogation)
Let’s clear something up: job interviews aren’t just about candidates proving they’re worthy of a badge and a breakroom coffee mug....
Heather Gardner
May 55 min read


The Contract Conundrum: Navigating the Short-Term Talent Tango
As the talent landscape continues its ever-evolving cha-cha, hiring managers often find themselves caught mid-spin—especially when budget...
Heather Gardner
May 23 min read


You Hired a Unicorn! Now What?!
Look at you, hiring rockstar! You’ve sealed the deal with an offer letter, tamed the IT beast for a functioning laptop, and even dug up a...
Heather Gardner
Apr 223 min read


How to Make Your Resume Sparkle Like a Diamond in a Sea of Paperclips
Let’s face it: job hunting can feel like online dating. You put your best self forward, hope someone swipes right (or, you know, offers...
Heather Gardner
Apr 113 min read


Our New Robot Overlords (And Their Delightfully Chaotic Impact on Our Lives)
Let’s be honest—AI has officially broken out of sci-fi land and crash-landed straight into our living rooms, classrooms, offices, and...
Heather Gardner
Apr 104 min read


Why Hiring is Like Dating—And Why You Need a Recruiter to Be Your Matchmaker
Plus, Why Contract-to-Hire is the Perfect “Trial Run” Before Saying ‘I Do’ Hiring can be a lot like dating—exciting, nerve-wracking, and...
Heather Gardner
Apr 34 min read


The Ultimate IT Thrill Ride: Navigating the Uncharted Territory of Tech Trends with Grit and Gusto!
The IT Wild Ride: Hold On Tight! Forget "chill server rooms"—the IT world is a full-throttle rollercoaster, like careening through a data...
Heather Gardner
Mar 252 min read


How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Shine (and Not Put People to Sleep)
With over 1 billion users scrolling through LinkedIn, standing out is like trying to get the last slice of pizza at a party—competitive...
Heather Gardner
Jan 283 min read
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