Courtney Douglas is the Operations Manager at Goldstone Partners, LLC, a Colorado-based search and talent advisory firm. Courtney has more than 15 years of operational management experience and a knack for organization and building efficiencies through her love of spreadsheets and databases.
Why reference checks matter (and which questions to ask) You’ve written the perfect job ad, screened, interviewed, and found the candidate. You’re ready to make the offer and get them started, right? Not so fast—did you talk to their references? It may feel like an extra step that slows things down, but if you ask…
Tips for writing effective job ads Let’s be honest, writing a job ad isn’t at the top of anyone’s “fun tasks” list. For many busy business leaders, hiring feels like just another item on an already overloaded to-do list. But if you want to attract the right candidates, it takes more than “we’re seeking a…
