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If the same role keeps opening up, eventually it’s worth asking a different question.

Instead of immediately starting another search, look at what might be happening around the role. Is the scope sustainable? Are expectations aligned with reality? Does the person have the support, resources, and leadership they need to succeed?

Turnover can tell you a lot about a position, a team, and sometimes the organization itself.

Recruiting the right person matters. But if the environment they’re stepping into hasn’t changed, even a great hire may not solve the underlying problem.

Before you refill the seat, take the opportunity to understand why it keeps becoming empty. That insight might be more valuable than the search itself.

We’re actively searching for exceptional talent to join the team at Ignite Management Services in Vancouver. 🔥

Ignite works directly with CEOs and senior leaders in complex organizations to turn strategy into action. Their work is centered around aligning priorities, strengthening leadership, and helping organizations move forward with clarity and purpose.

Right now, we’re recruiting for:

📍 Vancouver, BC
✨ Senior Associate

If you’re energized by strategic work, meaningful client relationships, and helping leaders and organizations navigate complex challenges, one of these opportunities could be worth exploring.

Know someone who would thrive at Ignite? Send them our way. 👇

Every hire changes more than a headcount. A new person brings different experiences, perspectives, communication styles, and ways of solving problems. They influence how decisions are made, how teams collaborate, and how work moves forward.

That’s why hiring has never been about simply filling an open role. It’s about adding someone who will strengthen the team, not just today, but as the business continues to grow.

The best hiring decisions don’t just solve an immediate need. They shape the future of the organization.

Now hiring! Rainmaker is looking for a Director of Industrial Partnerships to help expand the commercial adoption of its innovative cloud seeding technology across industries where water availability is critical.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of climate technology, infrastructure, and business development—building strategic partnerships with leaders in mining, energy, utilities, and other industrial sectors to help address one of the world’s most pressing challenges: water scarcity.

If you have a strong background in industrial partnerships, business development, or strategic sales and are excited by mission-driven work with real-world impact, we’d love to connect.

📍 El Segundo, CA (Onsite)
💰 $150,000 base + commission (OTE $300,000)

Apply today or reach out to our team to learn more.

3 lessons from 48 hours in NYC (none of which were on the itinerary)

Always say yes: Helped a woman with her bag in the lobby, she invited me for a drink with her husband on the patio. Turns out they need hiring help. (Chatting next week!)

Pivot as needed. A friend couldn’t make our dinner plans, so I invited a client instead. Walked away from that dinner with a new role to fill.

Reminder that two things can be true. I FaceTimed the kids before bed and felt the miss in my chest, and I came home with more for both businesses than I flew out with.

TLDR: say yes, stay flexible, and don’t wait for the “right” version of the moment.

A lot of people approach interviews like they’re trying to give all the “right” answers. The strongest interviews usually look a little different.

They’re conversations built on curiosity. Candidates are learning about the company just as much as the company is learning about them. Both sides are asking thoughtful questions, sharing perspectives, and trying to determine whether there’s a genuine fit.

At the end of the day, an interview isn’t about winning. It’s about finding the right match, for everyone involved.

One of the biggest interview mistakes candidates make is trying to memorize the “perfect” answer.

The strongest candidates don’t rely on scripts. Instead, they prepare real stories that demonstrate how they’ve solved problems, navigated challenges, worked with others, and created results. Those examples feel more natural, more authentic, and much easier for interviewers to remember.

Anyone can memorize an answer. The candidates who stand out are the ones who can bring their experience to life through meaningful stories. Because people remember stories long after they’ve forgotten rehearsed responses.

Receiving a job offer is exciting. But before you say yes, it’s worth asking a few questions that go beyond compensation and the job description.

How will success be measured? What opportunities are there for growth? How does the team communicate when challenges arise?

The answers can tell you just as much about your future experience as the role itself.

Remember: accepting an offer isn’t just about choosing a job. It’s about choosing the environment where you’ll spend a significant part of your time, build new skills, and continue growing your career.

The more you understand before day one, the more confident you’ll feel in your decision.