What’s the Deal with Texting Encryption?
The government is urging Americans to prioritize end-to-end encryption for messaging following one of the largest cybersecurity breaches in history. It was called Salt Typhoon, and it hit major telecom…
Grandparents… Never Say These Things to Your Grandchildren
Times change. Kids have a different perspective on the world than we do. Sometimes, even with the best intentions, we can become those grandparents. The ones with the very best…
Stress During the Holidays
The holiday season can be joyful, but it’s no secret that, for some, it brings anxiety, isolation, or even sadness. The holiday hustle, strained relationships, and the pressure to create…
Tight Labor Markets: What We Can Learn From Shifting Job Trends
The job market is undergoing seismic shifts. Recent data from Gallup reveals more Americans are itching to switch jobs now than at any time in the past decade. Yet, for…
HR.com’s Future of AI and Recruitment
HR.com’s HR Research Institute’s latest study, HR.com’s Future of AI and Recruitment Technologies 2024-25, reveals a seismic shift in the adoption of AI in TA. The use of AI in…
The Power of YET
It’s the time of year when I often hear, “I didn’t hit my goal.”But there’s a word missing: yet.You haven’t closed that big deal yet. You didn’t make that placement…
The Impact of AI on the Labor Market
There’s an elephant in the room. The adoption of AI is having a big impact on our industry and it’s going to continue. Let's break down what's really happening and…
Stock Market Warning
The stock market's recent record highs mask concerning signals we should carefully consider. With the Shiller P/E ratio reaching 38.18 in November 2024—a level seen only twice before in history—market…
Massive Discrimination in AI Resume Screening
As recruiters, we're always looking for tools to make our jobs more efficient, and it’s no secret we are deeply focused on AI. But there are some heavy issues, as…
Google Chrome Divestiture
If you've been too busy making placements to follow the latest tech drama, here's something you definitely want to keep on your radar: Google might have to sell Chrome. Yes,…
Candidate Prep: Why Should We Hire You?
When prepping candidates to answer “Why should we hire you?”, focus on helping them align their skills and experiences with the company’s needs. This question isn’t about impressing with a…
Different Minds Will Allow a Different World
You know I’m proudly neurodivergent. Divergent seems to be the wrong word, because it demonizes the difference. Divergent sounds stiffly contrarian, and while I am, the connotation isn’t fair for…