The Talent Trade

The Talent Trade


Latest Episodes

Talent Trade Tidbit - Summer is Over...Finish Strong
September 12, 2024

Sadly, summer is over. Put those Hawaiian shirts back in the drawers, and focus up as we begin the mad dash to the end of the year. Learn how to set yourself up for a big finish, as Q4 looms just weeks away.Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear s

Overcoming Objection
September 05, 2024

Objection! Overruled? No, not quite the right tack. Learn the 2 categories of objections you may encounter, the 5 points to being a phenomenal listener, the 3 best times in the process to handle an objection, and how to identify a stop sign vs. a speed

Talent Trade Tidbit - It's the Little Things That Count
August 29, 2024

The #1 secret to employee retention.  Hint:  Its not money.Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.

Recruiter Tales - Kay Linder
August 22, 2024

Hot off her appearance in last month's episode, Kay Linder, Partner with ThinkingAhead's Nonprofit Leadership Search, talks about the interesting first career and skill set that led her into recruiting, how she excels within her area of focus, and what to

Talent Trade Tidbit - How to NOT Get Picked Up Coming Home From a Work Conference
August 15, 2024

Critical advice, should you find yourself in an unenviable travel situationDiscover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.

Talent Trade Tidbit - Find the Pony
August 08, 2024

Just a simple story about twins, toys, and a big pile of horse poop.  Theres a lesson, we promise.Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters, and browse opportunities by clicking here.

Perfect Prep
August 01, 2024

Heather Campbell, Nonprofit Partner and Executive Recruiter with ThinkingAhead Executive Search, breaks down her process for prepping and debriefing clients and candidates, including the STAR method, not forgetting to lean into your results, the importan

Recruiter Tales - Derek Schlender and Trinity Taylor
July 25, 2024

Derek Schlender, Partner and SBA Practice Lead, and Trinity Taylor, Partner and Recruiter with ThinkingAhead, share the skills they learned from working in the field of recruiting, and what they appreciate most about this unique and rewarding career path.

Talent Trade Tidbit - Summer Smarts
July 18, 2024

Learn how to enjoy summer the smart way, including adopting the right work mentality, some basic tips for being safe in the sun, and even how to survive a beach weekend with co-workers.Discover what sets ThinkingAhead apart, hear stories from recruiters,

Uncover, Discover, Remember
July 11, 2024

Stephanie welcomes Kay Linder, Partner with ThinkingAhead's Nonprofit Leadership Search, covering ground including the many hats a true recruiter must wear, the importance of planting the seeds of confidence, trust, transparency, and collaboration, using