I did a quick web search this morning for the phrase “companies are hiring again”, and here’s a snapshot of what came up: These results … Read more
Hang in There: Hiring Improvements Ahead
At the risk of sounding naïve, but having been in this business through three recessions, there is daylight at the end of the tunnel and for once, in my … Read more
The Four Rules for Successful Recruiting in a Recession, Part 2
In yesterday’s part 1 of this article, I explained the first two rules to follow in a tough, tough marketplace. After all, when dealing with client … Read more
The Four Rules for Successful Recruiting in a Recession, Part 1
We’re in the middle of it, folks. The toughest economy in decades. We hear it every day from prospective clients and long-time customers alike. “We … Read more
Mom-Approved Client Development
Get to know these companies — they’re among the 100 best companies for working mothers. Pretty important information for survival as a … Read more
Don’t Fret Over The Recession, Embrace It!
Now is the time. Let me repeat that. Now is the time! Now is the time to capitalize on a career-changing moment. This truly is (and has been for nearly a … Read more
10 Reasons Why I Really, Really Love Recessions!
I love recessions. I practically drool every day I hear more bad news. Recessions provide unique opportunities to achieve goals unobtainable during … Read more
Nuclear Winter and Surviving This Recession
Stumbled upon a fascinating chart that chronicles the history of government policy during past recessions. The graphs are broken down into the past five … Read more
Product Sales and 2009
You can tell a lot about attitudes and the future by the specifics of what people are and are not buying. For example, to say “consumer sales” … Read more
Healthcare Hot Amid Recession Rot
Friday’s Bureau of Labor Statistics monthly jobs report shows pockets of good news nestled in with the bad. But how much can we rely on the BLS … Read more