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In recent months, the unemployment rate has steadily experienced a decline. For instance, in November 2019, the unemployment rate in Atlanta had dropped to an all-time low of 3.0% (Click here to see previous article). The unemployment rate across major business-inclined towns in Atlanta, such as Buckhead and Midtown have also experienced a reduction in the rate of unemployment. There …

In November of 2019, the unemployment rate in Metro Atlanta was at an all-time low of 3.0% – a significant drop from 3.7% in February 2019. This rate, which remained constant all through December 2019, is below the national unemployment rate of 3.5%. This low unemployment rate in metro Atlanta is attributed to the increased availability of jobs in the …

Cutting through the red tape that has become part of today’s typical hiring process is nothing short of burdensome for top candidates, especially those in high demand like senior-level executive assistants. And the result isn’t a desirable one…the best candidates just aren’t putting up with it. When I hear stories of candidates being called back for three or four interviews, …

The role of the executive assistant has dramatically transformed during my 30 years as a recruiter for Atlanta companies and healthcare practices. No longer do they just field phone calls and draft communication pieces. Today’s typical c-suite executive assistant now resembles more of a junior executive. Both my corporate and healthcare clients rely heavily on their executive assistants. These professional …

The war for talent in Atlanta is a very real problem. We have a significant shortage in the areas of healthcare, logistics and IT, among others. Also, our unemployment rate for college-degreed workers is one of the lowest in the country at just over 2 percent. But there is a pool of qualified talent that is often overlooked or used …

Recruiting entry and mid-level administrative, legal and medical front and back office talent in Atlanta is a tough business to be in these days. There simply aren’t enough qualified candidates. I have friends that have been recruiting with me from the beginning more than 30 years ago, and some of them are really struggling with burnout. This industry, much like …