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2026 Compensation Trends and Salary Guide

November 19, 2025 by Taylor Capron

Compensation is changing across nearly every industry. Understanding 2026 compensation trends can help employers set clear expectations and stay competitive when hiring.  This article breaks down compensation expectations across 10 industries using reliable data and experience shaped by years of recruiting talent across these industries. Whether you are planning to hire or simply want to understand market movement, these insights can help […]

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Confidential Search: What are the Benefits and When is It Necessary?

October 13, 2025 by Aylish DeVore

Editor’s Note (Updated October 2025): The use of confidential searches has grown significantly in 2025 as companies face sensitive leadership transitions, restructuring, and competitive hiring pressures. This article has been updated to reflect current trends and best practices for maintaining privacy and trust in today’s hiring environment. According to CNBC, 70% of jobs are never […]

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The AI Conference 2025: Key Takeaways for Employers and Hiring Leaders

September 30, 2025 by Brent Stokes

Earlier this month, I headed to San Francisco for The AI Conference 2025. The event brought together some of the sharpest minds in the field, including researchers, founders, and executives shaping how AI is applied today. My focus wasn’t just on the technology itself, but on what it means for the workforce and the companies […]

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Job Hugging in 2025: What It Means for Employers

August 27, 2025 by Taylor Capron

You’ve heard of job hopping, but have you heard the new term “job hugging”? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. quits rate fell to just 2.0% in June 2025 — one of the lowest levels in nearly a decade. The Great Resignation has shifted into the “Great Stay.” But experts say workers […]

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Blue Signal Summit 2024: On a Mission to Evolving Excellence

November 12, 2024 by Taylor Capron

Our 2024 Blue Signal Summit brought our team together from all corners of the country for a weekend that was truly out of this world. Every year, we meet up in Phoenix – our company’s home base – to reconnect, celebrate our progress, share insights, and recharge for the future. Set against the stunning backdrop […]

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Manufacturing Resurgence: Innovative Strategies for Hiring Top Talent

April 19, 2024 by Taylor Capron

American manufacturing is undergoing a renaissance. Fueled by the CHIPS Act and a renewed dedication to domestic production, we’re seeing a revival that’s setting the stage for a new era in the industry. As companies nationwide gear up to take advantage of this growth, they find themselves in need of manufacturing hiring strategies that can […]

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Top 5 Recruiting Trends for 2024

January 10, 2024 by Taylor Capron

Are you keeping up with current recruiting trends? With rapid tech changes and evolving work environments, it’s key for businesses to know the latest hiring techniques to attract the best talent. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down each trend, giving you the lowdown on how to adapt and thrive in the evolving recruiting landscape. […]

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Monday Market Share: Wireless & Mobile Communications

November 20, 2023 by Taylor Capron

In the latest installment of our Monday Market Share series, join us as we take a closer look at the evolving landscape of the wireless and mobile communications job market. This month, we have the privilege of featuring insights from Bryan O’Connor, Sr. Director of Recruiting, who possesses a profound grasp of this rapidly evolving […]

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Unlocking Success: The Benefits of Staffing Agencies for Your Business

August 23, 2023 by Lacey Walters

In today’s competitive business landscape, the benefits of staffing agencies are becoming increasingly apparent. Finding the right talent is more crucial than ever, but the hiring process can be time-consuming, costly, and fraught with challenges. The U.S. staffing industry is expected to grow 6% in 2023, reflecting the increasing reliance on staffing solutions. Whether it’s […]

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Navigating Quiet Retirement with Recruiting Services

May 4, 2023 by Lacey Walters

Retirement is a natural part of the career journey, but the way in which workers retire is changing. In recent years, and perhaps inspired by the more well-known “quiet quitting” phenomenon, a growing number of workers have been choosing “quiet retirement.” Quiet retirement refers to the process of retiring from work without making a formal […]

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