On the Staffing Hub’s podcast, The Staffing Show, David Folwell interviews Bert about his expertise in recruiting and hiring. In their conversation, Bert emphasizes the importance of building relationships and taking a personalized approach to recruitment, focusing on individuals’ personal, professional, and financial goals. He also highlights the significance of hiring quality over quantity, retaining […]

In this Recruiter.com article, Bert discusses the COVID-19 pandemic’s part in accelerating remote work. With over 80 percent of company leaders allowing remote work after the pandemic, another workforce trend increased – emotional quotient (EQ). Before 2020, research indicated that 60 percent of businesses saw EQ as a vital skill for their employees. Still, one […]

The Fourth Industrial Revolution is transforming work with AI, robotics, and other technologies, requiring agile leadership. Technology naturally eliminates jobs while creating new ones. Leaders need to focus on bridging the productivity-technology gap to lead teams to success in a technology-driven world. Bert recommends that leaders manage the transition by focusing on upskilling their team […]

The importance of effective leadership and a strong company culture is now more crucial than ever. In an interview with Phil La Duke of Authority Magazine, Bert speaks on how the pandemic has significantly shifted the balance of power from companies to individuals, resulting in what is now known as the “Great Resignation” and a […]

In this op-ed, Bert explores the benefits and challenges of having a multi-generational workforce and strategies to create a united, purpose-driven team.  True collaboration and cross-pollination thrive when individuals are in close proximity, as genuine friendship and connection cannot be forced. By embracing a purpose-driven approach, companies can break down silos and unite different groups […]