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.

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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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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Mastering Salary Negotiations: Strategies for Success

This blog post highlights the keys to success when negotiating salary and compensation for your next role. Specifically tailored to the cannabis industry, the article stresses the significance of meticulous research, strategic timing, and the presentation of a compelling case to justify desired compensation. Additionally, it delves into the dynamics of negotiating salaries through recruiters, offering practical advice to consider.

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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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