
Cannabis Career Blog.
A round-up of job hunting tips, recruitment resources, cannabis industry stats and general musings from a recruitment team dedicated to cannabis.
Behavioural Interview Questions to Identify Your Top Candidate
In the hiring process, it's easy for candidates to give rehearsed or surface-level answers. But to truly assess their potential, you need to dig deeper. Behavioral interview questions are a powerful tool to uncover how a candidate thinks, acts, and solves problems in real-world situations. In this guide, you'll learn how to craft questions that go beyond the surface, encouraging candidates to share revealing insights about their past behaviours—giving you the clarity you need to make informed hiring decisions.
The One Shift That Will Create Self-Managed, Motivated Employees
When employees have the freedom to make decisions and take ownership of their work, they become more engaged, accountable, and innovative. Leaders can foster this autonomy by setting clear goals, providing the right tools, and building a culture of trust and open communication. This shift empowers employees to manage themselves, stay motivated, and contribute meaningfully to the organization’s success. Ready to unlock your team’s potential with trust and autonomy? Read more!
5 Smart Ways to Work with Recruiters in Your Job Search
Working with a recruiter can be a game-changer in your job search, especially in the cannabis industry. By partnering with White Ash Group, you’ll gain access to tailored job opportunities, personalized career guidance, and industry insights that can help you land your ideal role. Here are five smart strategies to maximize your collaboration with recruiters and boost your job search success.
C-Suite Succession Planning: Preparing Next Gen Leaders
In the fast-moving cannabis industry, strong leadership is vital. Succession planning ensures your company is ready for smooth transitions when top executives step down or retire. By developing future leaders and partnering with specialized recruiters, cannabis businesses can maintain stability and growth, staying prepared for whatever the future holds. Read more!
Essential Strategies for Legal Compliance in HR
Navigating the complex landscape of employment law can be a daunting task for HR professionals and business owners alike. With regulations constantly evolving, staying compliant is essential to protect both employees and the business from legal repercussions. Check out our latest blog post highlighting some essential tips to help HR professionals avoid common legal pitfalls and maintain compliance.
A Higher Perspective: Jerome’s Insights
As we embrace the challenges and opportunities of a new year, it's essential to recognize the pivotal trends reshaping the recruitment landscape in 2023. The integration of technology, the emphasis on data-driven decision-making, and the commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces are shaping a new era in talent acquisition. Navigating the evolving recruitment landscape successfully requires a keen understanding of these transformative forces.
A Higher Perspective: Graydon’s Insights
In the fast-paced world of business, where decisions can shape success, hiring the right talent is paramount. CEOs and hiring managers, take note: ego has no place clouding your judgment in the hiring process. Our Co-Founder, Graydon Welbourn, highlights a common pitfall - the fear of transparency. In our latest ‘Higher Perspectives’ feature, explore this topic and discover ways to secure top talent for your next hiring need!
Leadership in Cannabis: Confronting Challenges & Measuring Performance
The cannabis industry presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities, making it imperative for C-suite executives to track key metrics and KPIs. Whether it's revenue and profitability, customer acquisition and retention, inventory management, compliance, brand awareness, operational efficiency, or market share, these metrics provide a roadmap to success in this dynamic and competitive industry.
A Higher Perspective: Graydon’s Insights
As the cannabis industry grows, so does the demand for talent. This surge in growth has brought about a unique challenge in the industry: a cannabis talent shortage. By welcoming individuals from outside the cannabis sector, offering support, and fostering a culture of innovation, companies can overcome the cannabis talent shortage and propel their businesses to new heights. This blog post covers the importance of embracing change and new perspectives to drive sustainable growth in the industry.
How to Staff Smart Amid Tough Times in the Cannabis Industry
In the rapidly evolving cannabis industry, facing challenges and uncertainties head-on is essential for success. Discover invaluable insights on how to staff intelligently amid tough times, from embracing adaptability and diversifying your talent pool to leveraging the right tools and fostering a collaborative work environment.