Recruitment Strategies & Perspectives from Duffy Group
Recruitment Strategies &
Perspectives from Duffy Group
Unveil the secrets of successful recruitment with pioneering strategies, latest industry news and expert insights. Perfect for organizations, hiring leaders, recruiters and team builders looking to secure their dream candidate.
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Catching the Big Fish: How Expert Executive Recruiters Reel in C-Level Talent
In C-level executive recruiting, as in fishing, landing the biggest catch takes more than luck — it demands research and strategy.
Finding leaders who can steer organizations through growth (or disruption) has become a challenge, especially as turnover continues to rise.
In 2024, CEO turnover across all industries climbed 9% year-over-year, according to a […]
Hire to Last: A Stage-by-Stage Guide from Top Hospitality Executive Recruiters
The hospitality industry is thriving. Travel is up, demand is steady, and businesses are buzzing with guests. But building a workforce that can keep pace? That’s still a challenge.
As of 2025, nearly 65% of hoteliers report being short-staffed, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Across the broader industry, turnover remains stubbornly high, […]
Why Your Higher Education Executive Search Is Stalling
You planned carefully. Formed a committee. Posted the job. And still — months later — you’re stuck in the same meeting, asking: Why haven’t we found the right candidate yet? It’s a familiar headache in higher education recruitment.
And demand for leadership isn’t easing up. Employment of postsecondary education administrators is projected to […]
How to Turn Public Sector Recruitment Challenges into Wins
Job opportunities in the local public sector are increasing — but so are the challenges. Since January 2023, more than 1 in 5 new jobs in the U.S. has been in state and local government or public education — nearly double the growth rate seen in the decade before the pandemic.
Yet with more growth […]
The Blueprint for Hiring Success: How Leading Construction Recruitment Agencies Approach Executive Search
In construction, even the best blueprints can fall short when faced with delays, budget cuts and unforeseen obstacles. The same goes for hiring senior leadership.
With 439,000 new workers needed in 2025, according to a new Associated Builders & Contractors study, labor demand is skyrocketing. But so is the need for strong leadership. Roles like […]
Melissa Barker Shares State of Government Jobs & Creative Hiring Strategies with Public Sector HR Association Members
As the federal workforce changes rapidly, local governments are stepping up with creative strategies to fill both traditional roles and emerging technology positions. In a column for the Public Sector HR Association’s website and Public Eye magazine, Vice President of Practice Development Melissa Barker highlights how government agencies big and small are adapting to […]
Beyond Contingent & Retained Search: The Evolution of Recruitment & the Rise of Informed Search
Recruitment has always been a moving target. From the original word-of-mouth hiring to AI-driven resume screening, the way companies find talent has continuously adapted to the demands of its time. Each era introduced new challenges, and recruitment models adjusted to meet them.
But today’s hiring landscape presents a new set of complexities. Talent shortages, rising turnover […]
CEO Kathleen Duffy on Recruitment for a Changing Workforce in Forbes Human Resources Council
The hiring landscape is evolving at breakneck speed, but many companies are still using outdated methods to recruit talent. In her latest article for the Forbes Human Resources Council, Duffy Group President & CEO Kathleen Duffy discusses why traditional recruiting models are falling short in today’s evolving job market — and what […]
How Manufacturing Executive Recruiters Are Closing the Skills Gap with Duffy Recruitment Research™
Despite steady growth, manufacturing faces a major hurdle — not enough skilled workers to fill the jobs being created. Between now and 2033, the industry is expected to add 3.8 million new positions, yet 1.9 million could go unfilled due to a widening skills gap.
AI is transforming production lines, while a wave […]
Duffy Group Brings Informed Search Model to AzHHA Members as New Affiliated Partner
Duffy Group has joined the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association’s (AzHHA) Affiliated Partner Program to support members in advancing their missions and improving community health across the state. This partnership is designed to help AzHHA members gain access to innovative and affordable business solutions designed to address their most pressing needs, including […]
