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.

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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!

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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.

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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!

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Compensation: New vs. Established Industries

Compensation in the cannabis industry differs from established sectors, offering less predictable pay and benefits but high potential rewards through equity and bonuses. Specialized roles command premium wages, but regulatory and market volatility shape an evolving landscape with unique challenges and opportunities.

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Creating a Company Internship Program: A Step-by-Step Guide

Creating an internship program at your company is a great way to bring in fresh talent, complete important projects, and provide students with valuable real-world experience. This guide walks you through the essential steps to design, recruit, and run a successful internship program that benefits both your business and the interns.

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Four Practical Staff Management Tips for Busy Periods

Managing staff during busy periods can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can keep your team motivated and productive. In this post, we explore four practical tips: prioritizing clear communication to prevent misunderstandings, delegating tasks effectively to leverage team strengths, implementing flexible scheduling to maintain work-life balance, and providing support and recognition to boost morale. These approaches will help you navigate high-demand times with ease, ensuring your team stays aligned and resilient.

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A Note from One of Our Founders: Going into Business with Buds.

Dive into the invaluable insights gained from our daily interactions in the ever-evolving cannabis industry. As we network and engage with like-minded industry professionals, we uncover a wealth of knowledge that shapes our understanding of this ever-evolving landscape. Our founders share their experiences, from navigating hiring trends and staffing challenges to highlighting strategies for attracting and retaining talent amidst industry growth and evolving workforce. Read this recent insight on Getting into Business with Buds!

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Understanding 'Ghost Jobs' and Navigating the Job Market with Confidence

Ghost jobs are deceptive job postings that appear legitimate but do not accurately represent active or available positions within a company. They can mislead job seekers, wasting their time and energy in pursuit of nonexistent opportunities. This blog post dives into how to identify a ghost job and why employers use them as part of their recruitment strategy.

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Interview Tips to Identify the Best Fit Candidate

In today's competitive job market, assessing a candidate's cultural fit and potential is just as crucial as evaluating their technical skills. After all, the right hire isn't just about filling a role; it's about fostering synergy within your team, ensuring productivity, and nurturing growth. However, identifying the best-fit candidates amidst a pool of applicants can be a daunting task. This is where mastering effective interviewing techniques becomes paramount. In this article, we'll explore effective interview techniques to help you assess candidate fit more comprehensively.

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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.

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A Guide for Navigating Recruitment Agency Partnerships

Recruiting the right employees is critical to the success of any business. However, finding the right talent can be a difficult task, especially if you don't have enough resources and expertise. Recruitment agencies can help you find the right candidates for your business, saving you time and money. But with so many recruitment agencies out there, how do you choose the right one for your business? In our latest blog post, we dive into the selection process, offering insights on finding the perfect match for your business needs.

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Cultivating Success: 10 Tips For Retaining Long-Term Employees

In our latest blog post, we share the top ten best practices for fostering a loyal and skilled workforce. From strategic recruitment to thoughtful onboarding, clear communication, and investment in career development, these practices go beyond traditional HR approaches. Discover how creating a positive company culture and offering competitive benefits contribute to employee satisfaction, ensuring they thrive and choose long-term commitment in the ever-evolving cannabis sector.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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