Talent Insights Blog
Advice for Recent Graduates Navigating Today’s Challenging Job Market
Graduation season brings big opportunities, and big questions. Drawing on 25+ years of experience, Vicki Sack shares practical, proven tips to help recent grads (and job seekers at any stage) navigate today’s challenging job market with confidence.
What This Year’s Accounting & Finance Salary Guide Tells Us as We Wrap Up Q1
As Q1 comes to a close, the 2026 Accounting & Finance Salary Guide highlights how the market is shifting toward skills‑based hiring, flexible work models, and a more informed candidate pool. These trends are shaping how A&F teams plan their next hires and position themselves for the rest of the year.
When Is It Time to Make Your First Executive Assistant Hire?
Many leaders wait too long to hire their first Executive Assistant, not realizing how much time and clarity an EA restores. The right EA becomes a strategic partner who brings structure, elevates efficiency, and supports organizational growth.
The Hidden Cost of a Bad Hire in Times of Transformation
In moments of transformation, a misaligned hire can slow progress, drain internal capacity, and create costly delays—especially in tech and marketing roles. The right temporary or permanent talent protects momentum when precision matters most.
Returning After Maternity Leave: How HR & Talent Acquisition Leaders Can Ease Back In Without Burning Out
Returning from maternity leave is more complex than simply picking up where you left off—especially for HR and TA leaders. A thoughtful ramp‑back, clearer boundaries, and intentional support can make the transition sustainable and successful.
Why Soft Skills Are Your Secret Weapon in 2026
Soft skills like emotional intelligence, adaptability, and curiosity are becoming the defining advantage in a rapidly evolving, AI‑driven world. In 2026, the most human qualities are the ones that set top talent apart.
Talent is Everywhere, but Opportunity is Not Always Equal
In honor of Black History Month, we highlight the impact of Black leaders who transformed business and workforce development and challenge employers to move beyond celebration and take actionable steps toward equitable hiring.
Best Practices for Writing an Engaging Job Description
A job description is often a candidate’s first impression of your organization, making clarity and brand alignment essential. Jesse Harootunian outlines how to communicate culture, responsibilities, and expectations in a way that attracts stronger, better‑aligned talent.
The New IT Talent Standard: How AI Is Rewriting Hiring Expectations
As AI reshapes daily workflows, from coding to infrastructure to analysis, companies are reevaluating what strong IT talent looks like. Tom Kalpokas breaks down the rise of skills‑based hiring and the hybrid skill sets that now give candidates a competitive edge.
The Rise of Flexible RPO Models: Why Agility Wins in Modern Talent Acquisition
Hiring demands are more unpredictable than ever, and traditional recruiting models simply weren’t built for this level of volatility. Aubrey Dolbear explores how flexible RPO gives companies scalable, modular support that adapts to real‑time business needs.