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Before You Approve Another Job Opening, Rethink the Work
When a team gets busy, the instinct is often straightforward: add another person. Sometimes that is exactly the right decision. Other times, the better first

Before You Accept – or Extend – an Offer: The Questions That Prevent a Bad Hire
An accepted offer is not always a successful hire. For employers, the wrong hire can mean lost time, additional workload for the team, delayed projects,

The “Almost Right” Candidate: When to Hire for Capability Instead of an Exact Match
Hiring managers often start a search with a very specific picture in mind. They want someone from the exact same industry. On the exact same

Interview Etiquette in 2026: What Candidates and Employers Owe Each Other
An interview is not simply a test for the candidate. It is the first real working interaction between a professional and a potential employer. For

Thinking About a Career Move Before Year-End? How to Use Q4 to Position Yourself for the Right Opportunity
Many professionals assume the job market slows down completely once fall arrives and the holidays are on the horizon. While some organizations do pause hiring

Planning for 2027 Starts Now: The Skills Finance and Accounting Teams Cannot Ignore
As companies begin building budgets and operating plans for 2027, many leaders focus first on headcount: How many people do we need? Which roles should

The Q4 Hiring Window Is Shorter Than You Think
As we move into fall, many companies are balancing year-end priorities, budget conversations, business planning, and the pressure to finish the year strong. That can

25 Years Later: Remembering What Matters
Twenty-five years later, September 11 remains a day that many of us can replay with remarkable clarity. For some, it is the memory of where

The Purple Squirrel Audit: Is Your Job Description Hiring for a Person – or a Mythical Creature?
Every hiring leader has met the “perfect” candidate – at least on paper. They have Big 4 experience. A CPA. Your exact industry background. The

Sometimes the Best Career Move Is to Step Away
Labor Day is often viewed as the unofficial end of summer. It is the last long weekend before school routines return in full force, calendars

The Interview Has Changed: How to Stand Out When AI Is Everywhere
Preparing for an interview has never been easier. Candidates can use artificial intelligence to refine a resume, identify relevant keywords, research companies, organize accomplishments, prepare

When the Right Candidate Is in Front of You, Don’t Let the Process Get in the Way
There is a familiar scenario in recruiting: A position opens. The hiring manager reviews the job description. The team discusses the ideal background. The requisition