By Keri Stone    The holiday season is approaching, bringing excitement, planning, shopping, and sometimes overwhelming feelings.  Many days blur together as we rush from one responsibility to the next. In the noise, we often overlook small, meaningful moments or forget to pause and appreciate what’s going well.  But what if taking just a few moments each day to focus on what’s going right could shift how you think, feel, and connect with others?   That’s where gratitude beg

By Caitlin Finlay Many companies hit pause on hiring when the holidays roll around, assuming that November and December are too busy or too slow to attract good candidates. It is a common belief that job seekers are distracted by travel, family, and festivities, and that recruiters should wait until January to start fresh. The truth is, this mindset can cause companies to miss out on incredible talent. In reality, the end of the year can be one of the most effective and strat

By Chelsea Nelson When my husband left the military after 12 years in 2023, I remember the mix of excitement and uncertainty we both felt. For years, life had been measured in deployments, work-ups, and schedules. Then suddenly, there was no handbook. Instead, we just looked at each other and said, “What now?” That’s when the freight train hit—how complicated and scary the transition from military to civilian life can be. Veterans bring incredible skills such as leadership,

By Catherine Rayner Every December, companies say the same thing: “We’ll pick things back up after the holidays.”  Also, every December, sharp companies are thinking: “Cool, more talent for us.”  Yes, the holidays are a time for rest. But taking a short break doesn’t mean your hiring strategy should stop. In fact, this can be the perfect time to get ahead of the competition and set your team up for success in the new year.  There are many holiday hiring myths out there that s

By Janey Wellons Every open role represents more than just an empty seat, it represents lost revenue, stretched resources, and missed opportunities. While organizations often focus on finding the “perfect” candidate, the hidden costs of prolonged vacancies are usually overlooked. The truth is, the longer a position remains unfilled, the more it impacts your company’s bottom line. So rather than viewing a vacant role as just another item on your to-do list, we hope this week’s