The TRUTH About Job Hopping

This article is going to go against what you think recruiters do. I know what you are thinking. My job as a headhunter is to convince you to quit your job and go work for one of my clients. While that is definitely the approach of some of my competitors, it’s likely not the right…

1 Year Update – Podcast in Back, New Book Coming Soon

It’s hard to believe it’s been almost one year since I decided to leave my role as head of recruitment for Edwards Lifesciences and almost 20 since I walked from Georgia to Maine. Not sure why the hike is important, but it’s probably because walking 2,160 miles in 103 days was way easier than starting…

Putting Together a Resume That Stands Out

I am often asked what I look for in a resume. Here is a list simple things you can do to make your resume stand out. For more on this subject, download my free podcast. This is one of the hottest job markets in the last 15 years. Have your resume up to date and ready to go.

 4 Reasons Why Internal Recruiting Models Fail to Meet Expectations

As one of the few recruiting industry professionals who has spent significant time in executive search and managing a corporate talent acquisition function, I am often asked about the differences between internal and external recruiting models. I have been in the medical device search business for 17 years. I spent the first 7 years in…

6 Mistakes Med Device Professionals Make that Kill Their Career

If you’re happy where you are in your career, stop reading now. This article isn’t for you. For those of us continually looking forward, these tips are for you. Fail to plan, plan to fail – You would be surprised to find out how many people don’t have career goals and a written plan. I’m…

5 Critical Hiring Mistakes Made by Hiring Leaders

Becoming a top performer is a critical success factor in your career. The  recruitment market is extremely competitive and top performers are ALWAYS in high demand. Avoid these 5 common mistakes, and you will stay on the road to success and make hiring an enabler of your success and not an obstacle: Not investing time…