Why Great Scripts Fail: Credibility
Last week, we tackled confidence… from why yours might disappear if thrust into piloting a jet, to why smart people doubt themselves while others think they can take on a…
The Tyranny of First Impressions
My coach asked me for permission to use the following phrase in his next book, so you get it first. Your brain lies to you. Constantly. It is filling in…
A Different Approach to Recruiter Productivity
Let's talk about staying productive as a recruiter without losing your mind in the process. You're juggling a million tasks, trying to keep candidates happy, and somehow expected to maintain…
Why Great Scripts Fail
We hear versions of “That’s a great word track, but I can’t deliver it like you or Tricia” more than you might think. We don’t have enchanted, honeyed voices and…
Tollways, AI Scams, and Tricia’s Hypervigilance
Two weeks ago, I received an email from the Illinois Tollway indicating that my credit card had expired. It was sent to my Gmail account (the correct account for the…
Just Checking In: Possible Points of Contact
With all of the messaging updates we’ve done recently, there is always a type of message which is very difficult to preplan. I personally dread sending generic "just checking in"…
Tax Proposals Under Consideration
A previous accounting provider of ours put out a list out on Friday and it was a bit surprising. Sometimes, I think we get busy and lose sight of some…
Leveraging LinkedIn: A Guide for Recruiters
As recruiters, we begrudgingly accept LinkedIn as the platform of choice for us. But we often find ourselves scrolling endlessly, sharing the occasional updates, and hoping our efforts somehow translate…
Slowing Down to Go Faster
As recruiters, we work fast and hard, but, slowing down strategically can actually help you achieve more. The trick is balancing productivity with avoiding burnout. Build breathing room into your…
Your Pipeline is your Fuel Tank
I ran out of gas only once in my life. Trying to get a friend home by the time her mom dictated, we made it… basically. The car sputtered and…
Main Character Syndrome
Main character syndrome refers to the tendency for someone to view themselves as the central figure in their environment. They are the hero of their story, even if it comes…
The State of the Economy
We live in interesting times. I can’t imagine a scenario where we would think the US economy is too strong, but that’s how the markets reacted this month to the…