The Pros and Cons of Various Executive Search Methods

There are typically four different methods of Executive Search, and each has their own pros and cons. Search firms vary in their processes, but also in their knowledge of a specific market.  Some companies resist Retained Searches because of a negative prior experience where the role was not filled.  However, working with a specialized firm[…]

Pay Transparency is Coming: What Employers Should Consider Doing

Pay transparency is coming to the biopharma industry. In fact, there’s already some form of law in place in California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, and Washington with new transparency laws enacting in New York on November 1, 2022.  Job boards such as Indeed are seeing an increase in companies sharing salary ranges.  LinkedIn’s latest Workforce Confidence[…]

Hiring Top Candidates in Today’s Competitive Market

In today’s market, it’s incredibly challenging to find the desired Regulatory talent for growing bio/pharma organizations.  We’ve seen companies adjust levels, rapidly promote people, and lower their expectations.  It’s an arduous process but once you finally are ready to make an offer, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to get the acceptance.  The biggest challenge is that[…]

The COVID Workplace Conundrum

Last week I read a recent Reuters article on how US companies fear workplace coronavirus precautions do not address airborne risk. This is a challenge for every business and every employee right now. As I reflected more, I also saw the following story about the impact of COVID 19 on Cape Cod Healthcare: CEO outlines losses to[…]

Our Tips for Enduring The COVID Lockdown

For the past six weeks, we have been working from home and under a “stay at home” order in Massachusetts.  This has kept us from our normal routines and extracurricular activities. Here are some of the things we have been doing to keep us sane: Video meetings.  We do daily team video meetings to stay[…]

We’re All Human.

I’m late with my blog this month with no good reason or excuse. I am, like most people nowadays, often overwhelmed with my daily work and the stresses of life. Although I would describe most of it as good stress, my body views it simply as stress. In looking at a list of top 10 most[…]

Generalized vs Specialized Recruiters

As the owner of a specialized recruiting firm, I’m so curious and surprised when I meet people who have never worked with a recruiter before. Candidates are astounded to find all the services we provide, at no fee to them! And companies state they have received only a handful of resumes, if even that!  So[…]

A Tip, A Trend & An Observation

A Tip – The beginning of the new year is an excellent time to review and update your resume. Doing this annually makes it easier to recall and highlight relevant career information. When going through this exercise, take the time to make note of your career goals and how your current role matches your plan.  If you’re[…]

December’s Tip, Trend & Observation

A Tip – One simple way to shine during the interviewing process is to set up news alerts or feeds on the company you are interviewing with. Why is this such a great idea?  For a few minutes of groundwork, you can have instantaneous news.  You can email the hiring manager stating you saw the[…]