Why Passive Candidate Networks Are the New Gold Mine for Executive Search
For years, executive search firms relied on a simple formula: post a role, promote it heavily, and wait for a wave of applicants. But in 2026, application-driven search is increasingly ineffective, especially for operational, technical, and leadership roles in the mid-market.
What the 2026 Labor Market Means for Light Industrial & Retail Employers
After two years of cooling inflation and a slow but steady loosening of the job market, 2026 is shaping up to be a stabilizing year for employers in light industrial and retail. But “stabilizing” doesn’t mean simple. Employers are entering a labor market defined by three forces that will shape how warehouse, manufacturing, retail, and distribution teams attract and retain workers.
5 Strategic Moves to Start Hiring off Right in 2026
As organizations look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: hiring pressures aren’t easing up. Talent remains competitive, expectations are higher, and the cost of a wrong hire has never been greater. If you want to start 2026 on strong footing, here are five strategic moves to make now.
Seeing Beyond the Resume: How Talent Assessments are Helping Organizations Hire Smarter
In today’s hiring environment, even the best recruiters are feeling the strain. The real challenge isn’t finding talent; it’s securing the right people fast, at the right cost, once the green light to hire finally comes through.
Outsource Only What You Need With RPO: A Flexible Model Built Around Your Hiring Needs
Here’s one reason RPO works so well: It’s customizable – you can go big or go small. You can ask for specialized help over the long term or take a quick, focused seasonal approach. In this blog, we’ll explain how you can outsource only what you need with RPO.
The Power of Seamless Implementation: Faster Hiring, Smarter Solutions
EG President, Erika Scanlin, details the benefits of a seamless implementation experience and one major (and free!) offering at EG that is making an incredible difference for our clients.
Is AI creating artificially perfect candidates on paper?
A thought leadership style blog about the importance of resumes in an AI world where anyone can create a perfect resume (and what tools you can use to find actually good candidates).
Outdated Hiring Practices Are Costing You – Here’s How to Fix It
Best hiring practices, industry trends, and recruitment solutions for your business. More companies are realizing that outdated hiring strategies are costing them time, money, and top talent. The passive approach of posting a job and waiting for applicants is no longer yielding desired results for long-term organizational growth. Fortunately, more purposeful and strategic solutions (like working with a team of expert talent strategists) are emerging and producing the qualified candidates companies need. In this article, we’ll explore best practices, industry and hiring trends, and how to choose the best recruitment solutions for your business.
Sick Time Changes for Michigan Employers
Michigan employers must prepare for significant changes in 2025 with the implementation of the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), requiring businesses to provide accrued paid sick leave to employees. Erika Scanlin, COO & Talent Strategist at EG Workforce Solutions, breaks down the key requirements, compliance steps, and best practices to help businesses navigate this transition smoothly.
In-House Recruiting vs. RPO for Food Manufacturers
Food manufacturers face increasing challenges, from rising costs and regulatory demands to talent shortages. RPO offers a strategic solution by streamlining hiring, reducing costs, and ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled workers. By partnering with an RPO provider, manufacturers gain access to top talent, relieve internal HR burdens, and establish long-term, efficient hiring processes that support business growth and stability.
RPO Benefits for Your Business
Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) goes beyond traditional hiring by streamlining recruitment, reducing costs, and improving retention. EG Workforce Solutions helps businesses scale efficiently by leveraging tailored RPO models, advanced technology, and data-driven insights—resulting in faster hiring, lower turnover, and significant cost savings, like the $3.5M annual savings achieved for a Midwest retailer.
How RPO Solutions Are Transforming Food Manufacturing Organizations
In today’s fast-paced food manufacturing industry, staying competitive and efficient while maintaining strict safety and quality standards is a constant challenge. With growing consumer demands, evolving regulations, and economic pressures, food manufacturers are increasingly turning to Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) to optimize their workforce strategy. Here’s how RPO solutions are reshaping the landscape for food manufacturing organizations.