While we at JK Executive Strategies value and appreciate our veterans year-round, the respect and admiration for their selfless devotion and contributions are top-of-mind in late May each year. Many service personnel fulfill their commitment to the country after one tour and use that experience to move on to careers related to the skills they [...]

Executive search firms in Rochester, NY can provide solutions for organizations struggling to find the right candidates for senior or specialist positions. Lack of experience, time, or resources can hinder the recruitment process, but executive search firms can help. This guide from JK Executive Strategies outlines how to tell that you could benefit from executive [...]

Each year in April, the business world collectively recognizes Administrative Professionals' Day and celebrates the integral work done by the more than three million secretaries, administrative assistants, executive assistants, and other administrative office professionals in North America. The holiday dates back to 1952 and was created to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication [...]

As we navigate our career paths, there are many factors that need to be taken into consideration regarding how we can best position ourselves and set ourselves apart as candidates. Most of us will of course immediately ensure that our academic credentials, training and experience are in alignment with the requirements of the jobs within [...]

When an organization is seeking to find the ideal candidate to fill a vacant role within their company, there are numerous factors to take into account. Finding someone with the right education and background are the immediate considerations that spring to mind, but there are several more qualities and considerations that factor into facilitating placement.Other [...]

The world of construction is primarily dominated by men, but the gender gap is closing, affording women the opportunity to excel in the field. According to a 2019 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report, the construction industry is leading the way with the narrowest pay gap between men and women. The study found that female [...]

Searching for a job that creates a deep purpose in your life? Many job seekers looking to make a difference turn to working for a not-for-profit organization. There are 1.5 million registered nonprofit organizations in America and a majority of companies are classified in this category. What is a not-for-profit organization?A nonprofit organization qualifies for tax-exempt status [...]

Is remote/hybrid work here to stay in 2023? In the post-COVID-19 job market, most companies went fully remote or hybrid. In 2023, most companies will likely move away from 100% remote work and transition to a hybrid work schedule. This will mean some employees will be returning to the office for the first time as [...]

Part of the job search process that many job seekers don’t prepare themselves for isn’t the interview itself, but the interview process. Preparing yourself for the lag time between interviews and knowing when to reach back out to a company will help calm some of the nerves associated with the process.  How long is a [...]

November is known for the start of the holiday season, great food, and cold weather. What many people don’t know is that it’s also career development month! With 2022 coming to an end, many professionals are evaluating their current positions and thinking “what’s next?” Whether you are happy in your current position, looking for a [...]