best executive recruiting advice

The Perfect Candidate Conundrum: Hiring Overqualified Talent on a Tight Budget

June 23, 2025 in HR Best Practices

 

You’ve just received a resume that makes you do a double-take. The candidate’s experience is exceptional, their skills align perfectly with your role requirements, and their background suggests they could hit the ground running from day one. There’s just one problem—their expected salary is 20-30% more that budget allows. Sound familiar? This scenario plays out […]

 

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Transparency Pays Off: How to Align Your Hiring Strategy with Evolving Laws

May 12, 2025 in Food & Beverage Industry Information, HR Best Practices

 

At Kinsa Group, we’ve long recognized the importance of salary transparency. That’s why our job postings include compensation details—to ensure clarity, build trust, and help both employers and job seekers make informed decisions. As more states pass legislation requiring these disclosures, it’s no longer just a best practice—it’s becoming the law. Why Pay Transparency Matters […]

 

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15 Essential Priorities to Showcase in Your Next Food & Beverage Industry Interview

April 21, 2025 in Career and Job Search Tips, Interview Tips

 

If you didn’t join us for our recent Job Seeker webinar on Kinsa CareerEdge, be sure to take note of these 15 priorities that need to be showcased in your next food and beverage industry interview—whether you are interviewing for an executive C-Suite level role, or an entry-level Food Technologist or Quality Control Technician position. […]

 

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Soft Skills, Strong Impact: Elevate Your Career in Food & Beverage

April 14, 2025 in Career and Job Search Tips

 

Soft skills often remain the hidden drivers that elevate accomplished professionals in the food and beverage field. While specialized knowledge—ranging from food safety protocols to advanced product development techniques—plays a fundamental role in daily operations, the impact of interpersonal abilities cannot be overlooked. Soft skills could be your key differentiator as a job seeker in […]

 

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Renegotiating Salaries with Current Employees: A Recipe for Retention

April 7, 2025 in Food & Beverage Industry Information, HR Best Practices

 

Compensation conversations can be delicate but are essential for retaining motivated talent in the competitive food and beverage industry. From large food manufacturing companies to small beverage startups, fair pay is about more than numbers—it’s about recognizing achievements, preventing turnover, and fostering growth. Whether you oversee cheese making or lead a pet food marketing team, […]

 

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7 Tips for How to Use AI as a Job Seeker

April 22, 2024 in Career and Job Search Tips, Interview Tips, Resume Tips

 

1. Utilizing AI as a Job Seeker for Resume Optimization Resumes are crucial in the job search process, making it essential for job seekers to optimize them for AI screening. AI-powered resume optimization tools can help analyze resumes for errors, grammar issues, and keyword relevance, aligning them with industry requirements. By enhancing resumes with AI technology, […]

 

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6 Strategies for Addressing Resume Gaps in the Food Industry

April 8, 2024 in Career and Job Search Tips, Interview Tips, Resume Tips

 

1. Emphasize Transferable Skills and Relevant Experiences When facing a resume gap, job seekers in the food industry can highlight their transferable skills and relevant experiences to showcase their suitability for the roles they are pursuing. For instance, if a candidate took time off to travel, they could emphasize how that experience enhanced their cultural […]

 

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Strategies for an Effective Resume Revamp: Elevating Your Career in the Food and Beverage Industry

January 15, 2024 in Career and Job Search Tips, Resume Tips

 

Your resume is your first impression on potential employers, so it’s crucial to do a resume revamp to keep it updated and relevant. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career in the food and beverage industry, a well-crafted resume can enhance your chances of landing your dream job. In today’s rapidly changing […]

 

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How to Eloquently Give Your Two Weeks Notice

August 21, 2023 in Career and Job Search Tips

 

If you have decided to leave your current job, you may be wondering how to break the news to your employer without burning any bridges. Giving your two weeks notice is a delicate process that requires tact and professionalism. Here are some tips on how to eloquently give your two weeks notice and leave on […]

 

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