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Exciting times for PWHL New York as they finalize their coaching staff for the 2024-2025 season! Lauren Williams joins head coach Greg Fargo as an assistant coach, bringing a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to the team. This strategic hire demonstrates the growing recognition of diverse talent and the importance of building a robust support system to drive team success. In the recruitment industry, the emphasis on assembling skilled teams is equally critical. Williams' appointment reflects a broader trend toward inclusivity and the acknowledgment of varied experiences that enhance team dynamics. As recruiters, we should take a cue and prioritize diverse backgrounds and skill sets when sourcing candidates. What are your thoughts on the impact of strategic hiring in sports and business? How does your organization foster inclusivity in your hiring processes? Let's engage in a discussion on how strategic recruitment can drive success across industries. Share your insights!

Our latest blog post is a collaborative article written by three of our distinguished career coaches - Nicole Britenriker, Trinity Monteiro & Antonio Williams! 🚀 💫 They share their advice to Black middle managers in the industry on how to advance their careers and advocate for themselves in their roles. ✌ Check it out here - https://lnkd.in/eUkkvegz #linkedinsports #sportsbiz #careercoaching #careeradvice #careergrowth #blackhistorymonth #blackinsportsbiz

I recently had the opportunity to attend the UK Black Business Week | UK Black Business Show. Overall experience, valuable insights shared by the various speakers and a good networking opportunity! One thing that really stood out to me, working in the Product Development and Process Optimisation space myself, is a powerful reminder from Steven Bartlett that a great product is ultimately the result of a great team. He shared this with us, echoing Steve Jobs: ‘If you want brilliant products, build a brilliant team. The team is the source of the brilliance, the source of every idea you have.’ How do you achieve this? ‘Treat the hiring process like a product itself - iterate on it, measure it, assign an owner to it. It is the most important product for any organisation.’ By building a hiring ‘product’ this way, companies can cultivate a culture that values continuous improvement and aims for high standards in hiring, directly contributing to the brilliance of their products. For me, it’s a fantastic strategy for creating a team that’s not only skilled but aligned with the organisation’s vision and goals.

Black men on corproate boards Are at the top of the seniority ladder with elevated respect, status, and pay. However it doesn't happen by accident. And it's a "private club" that's hard to enter. How will you get there without connections? Meet David J. Albritton, PCC - Board member of publicly traded embecta (NASDAQ: EMBC) Here to share with the BEM Elite members; The Black Executive Men Community; And brothers in the corporate world How to: - Land a corporate board role - Position your resume for success - Network your way into the closed space If you're looking to reach the top of the corporate world with influence, this BEM Elite Fireside Chat is for you. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gEUVEfCh Priviledges of attending: - Realtime coaching - Realtime networking - Realtime opportunities With brothers who care about each other's success. The days of the lone wolf are over. Join the conversation. #boardleadership #corporate #fireside

Join the American Bar Association on September 2nd to hear from ADR Services, Inc.'s own Chelsea Mangel about maximizing memberships! This panel will delve into strategic approaches for selecting the right professional organizations that align with your career goals and industry focus. The panel will explore how to transform memberships from passive affiliations into dynamic tools for connection, career advancement, and professional growth. Learn how to choose associations that best support your career aspirations and industry focus, techniques for leveraging networking opportunities, continuing education and leadership roles, and strategies to turn memberships into powerful assets for professional development and growth. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eYznYZVM

🔍 Analyzing FSU's Recruiting Misses: Tavion Wallace's Commitment to Arkansas 🏈 Florida State just suffered a significant blow on the recruiting front with the loss of four-star linebacker Tavion Wallace to Arkansas. This isn’t merely a missed opportunity; it’s a critical reflection on Mike Norvell’s recruiting strategy. In my latest article, I dive into how Wallace, once a near-guaranteed addition to the Seminoles, ended up choosing Arkansas. Despite being heavily recruited by FSU since March 2023 and frequently seen on campus, Wallace’s commitment highlights deeper issues within FSU’s recruitment approach. The article examines: - The implications of losing Wallace despite being the perceived frontrunner. - Norvell’s broader struggles with securing top linebacker prospects. - Comparisons with Florida’s recruitment outcomes under Billy Napier. - The potential ripple effects on FSU’s future recruiting efforts and reliance on the transfer portal. This is more than just a missed recruit; it’s a case study in the importance of execution and follow-through in college football recruiting. 🔗 Read the full article here and gain insights into the challenges FSU faces and what it means for their future on the field.

Graduates- If you want a template on how to get to the top of any industry you decide on and the approach, then watch Tom Brady's Patriots HOF speech. My sporting idol, but more so because he lacked so many obvious, tangible physical skills that were deemed 'necessary' to survive in a sport as rough as the NFL. His work ethic has hardly been seen in sport before, his preparation and mental toughness, ditto. Graduates coming out of University who are feeling that 'only an Oxbridge/Ivy League candidate can get that role/opportunity', plse don't. Watch the Video and realise that this approach can and does transcend all industries, not just on the sporting field. If you prepare for an Interview, you can get a job that you believe is out of your reach and if your work ethic is exceptional, you can get to the top of any industry. #thejobmentor #graduates #careercoaching #interviewtraining https://lnkd.in/eagrsjkv

This goes for ANY organization.

To maximize your career growth and opportunities, you should have 3 types of connections in your network: 1. Mentors & Industry Leaders – People you admire and learn from in your field. 2. Supporters – Connections who can provide mentorship, referrals, hiring insights, and career advice. 3. Mentees – People you can support through your experience, offering mentorship, referrals, or advice. Take a moment to analyze your network and see how many meaningful connections you have!