The Reality of Remote Work

1. The Shift Remote work isn’t disappearing—but it is losing leverage.  Visibility and collaboration still favor in-person environments: 31–37% cite better visibility/leadership access; 32% better collaboration (Source: SurveyMonkey)  Bottom line: Remote was a moment. Hybrid is the model.  2. The Performance Reality Remote work didn’t fail—it exposed performance gaps.  Leaders consistently report:  In-person environments make performance differences more visible.  What’s emerging: A return to performance-first environments—not remote-first…

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Hiring in U.S. manufacturing during geopolitical uncertainty

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More and more people are asking about the effect the wars in the Middle East and Europe are having on the hiring process in U.S. manufacturing Short answer: it hasn’t stopped hiring—but it has changed how and where companies hire, and it’s made decision-making more cautious. Here’s what I’m seeing (and what lines up with…

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Should a Search Firm Consider a Virtual Assistant?

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For most of us in the search business, the mindset has always been the same:  If you want something done right, do it yourself. Early in your career, that approach makes sense. You’re building your desk. You’re learning the business. You’re controlling every step of the process. But after a few years, something else starts…

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The Moment Every Experienced Recruiter Eventually Hits

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For recruiters who have been in the business long enough to see a market change There comes a point in every recruiter’s careerwhen effort starts going up…and returns start going down. That’s usually not a coincidence.It’s a market signal. Most of us are taught to pick a niche and stay in it. That’s still sound…

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