Samantha Deter Bussard Data informs. People transform. That’s the future of HR. In Part 3 of HR Fresh Take’s special series, The Future of HR: Beyond Tech, recorded live at the 2026 Philly SHRM Symposium, host Dr. Jo continues the conversation with her guests, Samantha Bussard, Chief Talent Officer at Compass Business Solutions, Kristi Straw, Founder of Lighthouse … Read more
If your talent acquisition team is still kicking off compensation conversations by asking candidates what they currently earn, it’s time to recalibrate your compass. Yes, depending on your jurisdiction, asking for salary history might still be technically legal. But let’s be honest: relying on legality as a benchmark for your hiring practices is a low … Read more
Building a professional services firm is often a secondary act. Most founders start because they are elite practitioners: brilliant accountants, visionary architects, amazing designers, and/or relentless consultants. As the firm grows, the very craft that built the brand becomes the bottleneck. You find yourself managing spreadsheets instead of strategy. You are guessing at capacity instead … Read more
In the evolving landscape of professional services, the transition from talent management to integration isn’t just a title change, it is a response to a fundamental shift to what our clients need to grow and hit their business goals. As I step into the role of Chief Integration Officer at Compass Business Solutions, our focus … Read more
When I first started my recruiting career in the staffing industry, I was overwhelmed at the thought of learning enough about a variety of different roles, clients, and industries to successfully fill open roles. At this point, I can confidently say I figured out the secret formula! In college, I majored in Spanish Literature and Language with … Read more
The following statement of uncertainty is becoming more and more common in the market: “My company has been acquired, I don’t have much information, and I’m not sure what will happen next.” It can be both unfortunate and easy for an acquiring company to focus primarily on maintaining seamless service to the external client … Read more
This original article appeared on Employee Benefit News and is authored by Alyssa Place. When Stacie Haller sees a resume pop up in her email, the clock starts ticking. “Recruiters are looking at 100 resumes at a time,” says Haller, chief career adviser at Resume Builder. “If I count one-Mississippi to six and you’re the … Read more
Most organizations don’t look at talent acquisition to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace, but you can. When the calendar page turns to October, my brain immediately starts to think about the new calendar year from a business perspective. As a talent acquisition leader, I know the data all too well. Organizations are worried … Read more
Throughout my career, I’ve had the stressful yet rewarding experience of going through the interview process to find my next best fit. Whether it is a quick phone screen with a recruiter, or a three hour long final interview with a hiring manager, it is somewhat obvious to sense an organization’s culture and values. Hearing … Read more
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