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Rethinking History: Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day in 2024
As we approach 2025, the shift from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day is becoming more prominent. This change reflects a growing cultural movement towards inclusivity and a push for more accurat... ...more
Jobseekers
October 09, 2024•3 min read
Empowering Women’s Wallets: 50 Years of ECOA
Fifty years ago, women in the U.S. couldn’t open a credit card in their own name without needing a man to sign off. When the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) passed in 1974 that all changed. ...more
Jobseekers
September 26, 2024•2 min read
The Vicious Cycle in Recruitment: Bandaids on the Bullet Hole
As employers, job seekers, and society as a whole, we are navigating a vicious cycle in the world of recruitment and hiring. Rather than focusing on solutions for the side effects of these underlying ... ...more
Jobseekers
August 13, 2024•4 min read
Avoid the Political Pitfalls: Curating a Hiring-Friendly LinkedIn Presence
A big part of my job is interacting with people on LinkedIn. The number of political posts is on the rise the closer we get to November's Election Day. When I see these posts I can't help but click in... ...more
Jobseekers
August 07, 2024•3 min read
The Rise of "Ghost Jobs" and the Harm to Job Seekers
At a recent HR networking event, I spoke with nearly a dozen professionals who had been recently laid off. As a recruitment professional, I heard feedback from each of them that they were applying for... ...more
Jobseekers
July 15, 2024•3 min read
Harassment Isn't a Spectator Sport: Bystander Training to Make a Difference.
Workplace harassment remains a widespread and damaging issue. From sexual harassment to bullying and discrimination, these toxic behaviors can create a hostile work environment. They cause significant... ...more
Jobseekers
June 26, 2024•4 min read
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