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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.

The Resume Red Flags That Make AEC Executives Hit Delete

by Lynn NovoCandidates, Interviewing, Resume Prep September 26, 2025March 10, 2026Comments are Disabled

Picture this: You’ve got 15 years of rock-solid experience, a portfolio of $50M+ projects, and references that would make your grandmother proud. Yet somehow, your resume is disappearing into the architecture, engineering, and construction resume black hole. Sound familiar? We’re about to dissect some real resume failures, decode what architecture, engineering, and construction hiring managers actually look for, and hand you a proven playbook for landing those interviews.

Why ‘Job Hoppers’ Might Be the Best Hire for Your Next Construction Project

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring March 14, 2024June 10, 2024Comments are Disabled

Construction hiring is in full swing. But hiring managers should be cautious about placing too much emphasis on the duration of a candidate’s previous employment.

Candidates with shorter stints at their previous companies are often labeled as “job hoppers.” Read how this view may be outdated and could lead to missed opportunities in identifying the right talent.