by Larry Shoemaker | Feb 20, 2019 | Blog, recruiting
Last week, during a conversation about a new recruiting project, my client asked a powerful question, “While this is a new position and we are going to hire the individual that best fits, will she be challenged once the role is established?” What an ideal approach to...
by Larry Shoemaker | Jan 4, 2019 | Blog, recruiting
A new year is upon us. What will change from last year? Outstanding executives and key personnel will be as hard as ever to attract and retain. As a result, recruiting exceptional leaders requires digging deeper to identify candidates. The business world...
by Larry Shoemaker | Nov 2, 2018 | Blog, recruiting
Preparation is arguably the most important aspect of hiring the right person. The time invested in clarifying the role, describing ideal candidates, and establishing the selection criteria ensures emotions are only an appropriate part of the hiring decision, not a...
by Larry Shoemaker | Oct 21, 2018 | coaching, Job Search
Often we go through our careers focusing on succeeding in what we do. This ability to concentrate is a strength – until it isn’t. What if our focus suddenly isn’t that important in the work world? Careers are changing; they will change even more in the future. How...
by Larry Shoemaker | Sep 1, 2018 | coaching, Job Search, recruiting
Labor Day is more than a holiday here in the U.S. It is the day when people and organizations change. A new sense of urgency arises. Holidays, vacations and travel are set aside for budgets, plans, goals and business activities. It is a dynamic time. Think in...
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