Posts by Peter Broderick
Hiring and Retaining for the Long Term
In a tight labor market hiring someone with a pulse and respiration may seem like a success, but smart companies always keep the big picture in mind. How a company hires and how they retain employees can be radically different, but they shouldn’t be. In over sixteen years of recruiting, I’ve run across a lot…
Read MoreResearching New Niche Sectors Within Your Company’s Marketplace
There are three main ways a company can expand. They can take a larger market share; they can move into new markets or they can drill down into their existing market and look for niche sectors. This article looks at the third of these options. Is there a lucrative corner of your marketplace that is…
Read MoreProfessional and Personal Growth Through Continuing Education
There are more ways than ever in today’s world to access continuing education, from fully-fledged graduate degrees to evening classes to massive open online courses (MOOCs). Whether you are currently employed or looking to find work, it is worth considering your options. This article looks at the professional and personal gains available through continuing education…
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