Startup Strategy
Recruiting Rule #1: Never Bash the Competition

It’s fair game for candidates to ask you what sets your company apart, but discover why the #1 rule of recruiting is never bash the competition.

by Katy Smigowski
Startup Strategy
How to Deal with “Superstar” Talent from an HR Vantage Point

How do you deal with a Manny Ramirez-type superstar on your sales team or in your company’s leadership? At what point should the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the Manny?

by Katy Smigowski
Startup Strategy
Professional Development: How to Push Back

At some point in your career, you’re going to experience a situation when you need to push back. Learning how to push back respectfully but effectively is a skill that takes confidence and practice.

by Katy Smigowski
Startup Strategy
Dear Hiring Managers: Don’t Hand Over Power to Your Top Candidate

There is a fine line between getting candidates excited for a potential offer and giving them too much leverage. Hiring mangers must remember they are effectively negotiating with top candidates from the first interview.

by Katy Smigowski
Startup Strategy
Writing a Job Description: Best Practices

Having trouble writing a job description? Follow these best practices to write a powerful job description to attract relevant candidates with top talent.

by Katy Smigowski
HR & Leadership
Ladies: Want to Change the World? Get into Technology

The tech sector has traditionally lacked female presence, but are we finally at a turning point? Here are my thoughts on women and technology and the careers that offer us a chance to change the world.

by Katy Smigowski
Startup Strategy
4 Tips For Recruiting Business Development Representatives

Follow these tips to hire a top inside sales team of outbound prospectors, also commonly titled, business development representatives, who will be invaluable to driving sales leads and vetting prospects.

by Katy Smigowski