Career Advice
Practical tips from 15+ years in recruitment
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Employer Advice
How to Fire Someone Properly (The Humane Way)
Firing people is one of the hardest parts of management. Done poorly, it’s traumatic for everyone and potentially exposes you to legal risk. Done properly, it’s still difficult—but it can...
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Employer Advice
The Real Reason Your Employees Keep Leaving
Exit interviews are polite fiction. Departing employees say they’re leaving for “a great opportunity” or “career growth” because it’s easier than telling you the truth. The truth is usually about...
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Employer Advice
Why Counter-Offers Are Almost Always a Mistake
An employee you value has resigned. They have another offer. Your instinct is to counter-offer—match or beat the number and keep them. This almost never works out well. Here’s why....
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Onboarding & Retention
What to Do When Your New Hire Isn’t Working Out
You made a hire. You were excited. Three months later, it’s clear something is wrong. The new employee isn’t meeting expectations. The cultural fit isn’t there. Your team is frustrated....
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Employer Advice
Onboarding Mistakes That Drive New Hires Away
The first 90 days of employment are when new hires decide whether they made a good decision or a terrible mistake. Poor onboarding is the fastest way to lose someone...
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