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The Nordstrom Williams Story

With a recruiting career that spans 3 decades, founder Lynn Novo has seen plenty of changes in the recruiting and talent acquisition industry. But one thing is as clear today as ever before– this is a people business built on relationships. Nordstrom Williams cuts through the clutter of job postings and buzzword-laden resumes with a personal approach.

It’s more than the skills and responsibilities required to fill a job, we learn from the hiring managers what it takes for people to thrive in their environment.

Candidates appreciate that we listen to them, ask meaningful questions, and understand what the next career step should look like. Then we show them the opportunities that will take them where they want to be.

Beyond Learning Styles: Enhancing Team Performance in Architecture

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Managing June 20, 2024July 8, 2024Comments are Disabled

Are you leveraging the most effective training strategies for your engineering and architecture teams? It’s time to rethink the traditional notion of learning styles and focus on what truly works.

Recent research reveals that the popular belief in learning styles—such as “I’m a visual learner and need to see how to do it”—doesn’t necessarily lead to better learning outcomes.

Onboarding: Beyond Orientation

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring, Managing July 28, 2023June 6, 2024Comments are Disabled

The other day, I asked an HR Manager about her onboarding process. She responded by outlining a routine that involved copying two forms of identification from the new hire, reviewing insurance information, having them sit through a mandatory sexual harassment video, and discussing some administrative policies. I had to smile – was this onboarding? Not …