Hiring Managers and Job Seekers Behind Bars
Back in June of last year, The New Yorker had a fascinating piece about Derrick Hamilton, a man convicted of a variety of crimes resulting in long-term jail sentences. While…
WTF
Recently, I received an e-mail from a candidate asking whether or not a position was “WFH.” I was immediately confused, as I assumed he meant work-for-hire, which made no sense…
Size Does Matter, And Smaller Might Just Be Your Perfect Fit
I’ve worked as a recruiter in the unmanned and robotics industry for many years now—enough years to see a few patterns in the way people think as they enter this…
Let’s Talk About Why You Didn’t Hear Back
It’s happened to all of us. We send an e-mail out into the world with the best of intentions—hoping to land a job, or connect with an old friend, or…
Making the Transition From Military to Civilian Life
In years past, the unmanned field has drawn a lot of retired military vets into its ranks. This has a lot to do with both the kind of work…
If Your Interview Were Like a First Date
When was the last time you went on a first date? The last time you felt the butterflies of a great match, and were on your best behavior to ensure…
What You NEED to be Doing At Least Once a Quarter
There are few things in the recruiting world that apply equally to job seekers and hiring managers alike; you may have noticed that I tend to tailor my topics to…
The Golden Ticket: You’re Underestimating the Importance of Your Resume
I want to let you in on a little secret. Your resume? That piece of paper you’ve been carrying around with you (on a file on your computer,…
To the Engineers Everyone Wants: How to Find That Right Fit You’re Looking For
Not too long ago, you graduated at the top of your class. You entered an industry most people had never before heard of, and you made a name for yourself…