The Leadership Trap: Why Unclear Goals Fail Teams

Bill Humbert's 1971 Senior College Yearbook photo Proper Goal Setting

In my career, I’ve spoken on three continents about The Power of Proper Goal Setting. Leaders everywhere nod their heads in agreement when I say, “A goal without alignment, resources, and timing isn’t a goal — it’s a wish.” Yet time and again, I’ve seen leaders fall into the trap of setting goals that look…

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“We Cannot Find Candidates Who Are a Cultural Match”

This article is how to hire a perfect Cultural Fit written by the Leading Talent Attraction Consultant, Bill Humbert

This is a statement I’ve heard repeatedly—and it’s been simmering in my mind for quite some time. As the Leading organic search result for “Talent Attraction Consultant,” I’ve had a front-row seat to the inner workings of corporate recruiting, and here’s a blunt truth many overlook: If you’re struggling to find candidates who match your…

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Is Ghosting a Recruiter a Wise Choice?

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Human nature constantly seeks ways to avoid uncomfortable situations, and job searching is no exception. How you handle these challenges speaks volumes about your character and professionalism. Once a professional recruiter identifies you as a strong candidate for a position, they invest time, energy, and expertise into helping you succeed. A good recruiter doesn’t just…

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Why Retention Is Critical to Your Company’s Success

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Why Retention Is Critical to Your Company’s Success When I was the Recruiting Manager for a pre-IPO company, I posed a question to the VP of Sales: Why is your team “pouring through salespeople in small towns like water down a drain?” His response? “Why is a Recruiter asking me business questions?” I replied with…

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🌟 How Would Your Company Benefit From An Expert Talent Attraction Consultant? 🌟

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I’m excited to share my latest article in Concrete Facts Magazine from the Concrete Foundations Association. In this installment, we explore how the recruiting process mirrors the sales process, step by step. When thinking about processes, consider the automobile manufacturing process. What happens if a step is skipped, like installing the wheels? Similarly, if your…

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