Opinion
The Best Job Boards You Haven’t Been Using
While established job boards like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, and Zip Recruiter have dominated the market in recent years, there are a growing number of newer and niche job boards gaining traction with job seekers seeking more specialized roles or unique career opportunities. These emerging job boards offer specialized features and cater to specific industries, work…
The Benefits of an Outside Perspective in Hiring
One of the things I love about Goodwin Recruiting is that we get to choose the organizations we represent. As a senior recruiting partner, I value the opportunity to work with executives and hiring managers who deeply care about their businesses and their people. It’s wonderful to know that the job candidates we send to…
5 High Paying Jobs in the Insurance Industry
With February being Insurance Careers Month, and with the month coming to a close, we wanted to share some insights on job opportunities in the insurance space. The insurance industry is growing and evolving each year, and today’s insurance landscape is more dynamic than ever. Driven by innovation and an ever-growing need for risk management solutions,…
How Recruiters Can Help to Inspire Change
With today, February 20th, being World Day of Social Justice – it’s the perfect time to reflect on what this day means, and how those of us working in the recruiting space, specifically, can inspire positive changes for those around us. Recruiters have a unique and exciting opportunity to help those who have historically faced…
The Hidden Job Market: How to Land Jobs That Aren’t Posted Online
Did you know that up to 80% of job openings are never publicly advertised? Many roles are filled through networking, internal promotions, or direct referrals – long before they reach job boards (if at all). If you’re relying solely on using online applications in your job search, you could be missing out on a…
6 Strategies to Create Love for Your Work
What are you grateful for? For many of us, including me, the first thing that comes to mind is family. But what about your career – the home that is also a huge part of your life? Loving your job can make a big difference in your happiness and well-being. After all… People who enjoy…
Is It Time to Update Your Hiring Process?
Imagine this: A hiring manager begins an interview with a candidate by bluntly stating, “This job isn’t for the weak.” Now, take a moment to consider what kind of first impression that can create. Rather than inspire confidence or excitement, such a statement might come across as unwelcoming or even dismissive. In fact, it could…
How Storytelling Can Get You Hired Faster: Podcast with Simón de Swaan and John Carpenter
Land your dream job by mastering the art of storytelling in your resume, interviews, and online presence. In this podcast, Senior Recruiting Partner, Simón de Swaan, connects with John Carpenter to explain how he redefines recruitment by building connections. Listen to this podcast to learn how you can use storytelling to craft your resume, share…
Keys to Solving Talent Gaps: Creative Recruiting and Retention Strategies
In 2024, the global talent shortage was a persistent and pressing issue for businesses. Companies faced greater challenges than ever in finding qualified candidates, especially in specialized fields. Unfortunately, this trend is expected to continue and perhaps intensify in 2025. Here’s a look at the current state of the talent shortage challenge, factors contributing…
Goodwin Recruiting Appoints New CEO Andy Decker
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Goodwin Recruiting Appoints New Chief Executive Officer Andy Decker Exeter, NH – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Goodwin Recruiting, a leading management and executive recruiting firm, today announced Andy Decker as its new chief executive officer. Decker succeeds Eric Goodwin, who will become chairman of the board. In this role, Decker will oversee the…
