Once again, Horizontal Talent finds itself on Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) diversity-supplier list for 2020. Thanks to our diverse ownership, our inclusion on this list is nothing new. But the designation rings a little differently this year. In the wake of civil unrest, businesses are catching up and prioritizing diversity. This sea-change is not only welcome — it’s long overdue. Across many industries, organizations are beginning to see the urgency and value in diversifying their vendors, workforce and investments. After all, as Paul Wellstone once said, “We all do better when we all do better.” At Horizontal Talent, we’ve championed…

Job interviews are inherently uncomfortable. After all, first impressions mean everything. What will you wear? Have you practiced your handshake? What materials will you bring along? Can you remember not to say “like” too much? The possibilities for anxiety are endless. Times are changing however, and as the workforce becomes decentralized, more and more companies are turning to video interviews. This can ease old anxieties—no handshakes, no printouts, half your outfit won’t be seen on screen— but it comes with its own set of challenges.  Don’t worry, it’s nothing you can’t handle. After all, you’re an experienced professional with an amazing resume—you’re a catch! Here are some quick tips to help you present your best self on camera.   Location, location, location …

For many of us, working from home is the new normal. If you’re new to the remote routine, the adjustment can take some getting used to. To top it off, working from home is full of distractions that threaten to derail productivity and focus (I’m looking at you, kids). Luckily, we are better equipped than ever before to conduct our work from the safety of our home offices, kitchen tables or warm laundry piles.  For some time now, smartphones and apps like Slack, Zoom, JIRA, Asana, GoToMeeting andOneDrive have been easing us into this transition. However, the culture component is a trickier problem to solve.   You can’t just pop over to your coworker’s desk anymore. Instead, you’ll have to hastily type“Hey” into a chat window and wait for signs of life. During in-person meetings, we enjoy the peace of mind that comes with eye contact and solemn nods. But with…