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Someone Believed in Me Before I Believed in Myself
Lessons learned from a one of a kind leader! Years ago, someone believed in me before I fully believed in myself. That someone was Joe Woerner. Looking back, it's hard to believe how much has changed. Before agency recruiting became my world, I had already spent years in manufacturing. I started my career in Project Management at a Tier 1 automotive supplier, where I gained a firsthand understanding of the daily realities of production, customer demands, launches, and the cou
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The Application Black Hole
What Happens After You Apply? You find a role that seems like a strong fit. You update your résumé, submit your application, and wait. Then you hear nothing. Candidates often describe this as the “application black hole.” When you have invested time and hope in an opportunity, silence can feel discouraging. It can also leave you wondering whether anyone reviewed your résumé at all. That frustration deserves acknowledgment. Understanding what happens behind the scenes can also
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When Precision Meets Agility:
What German Companies Can Teach U.S. Manufacturers - and Vice-Versa Bridging Two Worlds of Excellence After two decades working between German and U.S. manufacturing, I’ve come to appreciate how differently both sides define “excellence.” German companies are known for their precision - every process is measured, documented, and perfected before a product ever leaves the line. American manufacturers, on the other hand, thrive on agility - they move fast, test ideas in real t
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Would you reject your most adaptable candidate?
Research suggests frequent job changes can build adaptability - and help new hires become productive faster. What job hopping may really tell you. For years, short tenures have been treated as one of the biggest warning signs on a resume. “Job hopper.” “Won’t stay.” “Lacks commitment.” I understand why hiring managers ask questions when a candidate has made several moves. Retention matters, and no company wants to restart a search six months after making a hire. But I also be
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