Cambridge Consulting https://cambridgesearch.com/ Sourcing top commercial talent for the food, chemical, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical markets. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:34:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://cambridgesearch.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/cropped-website-icon-32x32.png Cambridge Consulting https://cambridgesearch.com/ 32 32 Hey Boss, Can I Work From a Cruise Ship? How “Over Employment” Hurts us All https://cambridgesearch.com/hey-boss-can-i-work-from-a-cruise-ship-how-over-employment-hurts-us-all/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:33:04 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6634 Hey Boss, Can I Work From a Cruise Ship? How Over Employment Hurts us All Recently, we placed a candidate into a sales position with a great company that offered robust pay, excellent benefits and career advancement. Shortly after starting, the employee approached his manager to say that effective immediately, he would be working [...]

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]]> How to Scare off Good Candidates: Mixed Messaging During the Interview https://cambridgesearch.com/how-to-scare-off-good-candidates-mixed-messaging/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:52:11 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6534 How to Scare off Good Candidates: Mixed Messaging During the Interview Losing your top candidate hurts, but there are steps you can take to increase your odds. One solution? Review your interview messaging, and avoid mixed messaging during the interview. If a candidate withdraws because the job isn’t a fit, or the money just [...]

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]]> Cambridge Career Corner: Quitting Your Job https://cambridgesearch.com/cambridge-career-corner-quitting-your-job/ Thu, 19 Dec 2024 15:00:44 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6313 Cambridge Career Corner: Quitting Your Job Welcome back to Cambridge Career Corner, the advice column by President Jennifer Graham. In today’s edition, we're going to talk about quitting your job; how to do it right, and without guilt. Let’s get into it! I was just offered my dream job. I am planning to resign [...]

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]]> Avoid Magical Thinking About Your Non-Compete Status https://cambridgesearch.com/avoid-magical-thinking-about-your-non-compete-status/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:45:31 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6263 Avoid Magical Thinking About Your Non-Compete Status Yes! They are STILL enforceable in most states. “Magical Thinking” can be fun…nothing against Santa and the Tooth Fairy. It can also be quirky. I have a friend who wouldn’t leave his seat during a baseball game if his team was on a rally. His magical thinking [...]

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]]> Cambridge Career Corner: Age Discrimination in the Workplace https://cambridgesearch.com/cambridge-career-corner-age-discrimination-in-the-workplace/ Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:21:55 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6200 Cambridge Career Corner: Age Discrimination in the Workplace Welcome to Cambridge Career Corner, the advice column by President Jennifer Graham, where we answer your burning questions. Our resident Cambridge expert will give their advice on what you’re dying to know. In today’s installment, we’re going to go over age discrimination in the workplace. Let’s [...]

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]]> Best & Worst Practices in Hiring: Bargain Shopping for Employees https://cambridgesearch.com/best-worst-practices-in-hiring-bargain-shopping-for-employees/ Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:23:08 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6082 Best & Worst Practices in Hiring: Bargain Shopping For Employees By Jennifer Graham This is a new series that will highlight approaches employers take that either attract or repel top talent. Today’s topic addresses a Worst Practice: Bargain Shopping for Employees Lucy Davis* took a ten-year break from her career in media sales while [...]

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]]> The Power of Soft Skills: Why They Matter & How to Develop Them https://cambridgesearch.com/the-power-of-soft-skills-why-they-matter-how-to-develop-them/ Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:58:21 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=6061 The Power of Soft Skills: Why They Matter & How to Develop Them Today, we're diving into a topic that's very important but often flies under the radar: soft skills. You've probably heard this term thrown around, but what exactly are soft skills, and why should you care? Stick with us, and we'll break it [...]

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]]> Learn How To Master the Art of Post-Interview Thank You Notes https://cambridgesearch.com/learn-how-to-master-the-art-of-post-interview-thank-you-notes/ Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:53:48 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=5998 Learn How To Master the Art of Post-Interview Thank You Notes In the world of job hunting, where digital communication reigns supreme, humble post-interview thank you notes might seem like a relic of the past. However, this simple gesture can be a powerful tool in your career arsenal, especially after a job interview.  A well-crafted [...]

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]]> Upskilling: The Key to Unlocking Your Career Potential https://cambridgesearch.com/upskilling-the-key-to-unlocking-your-career-potential/ Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:20:39 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=5949 Upskilling: The Key to Unlocking Your Career Potential In today's rapidly evolving job market, the importance of continuous learning and skill development cannot be overstated. Upskilling, the process of acquiring new and relevant competencies, has become a crucial strategy for career advancement and job security. Understand the concept of upskilling, its benefits, and how it [...]

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]]> Young Job Seekers, Do You Know Your Interview Etiquette? https://cambridgesearch.com/young-job-seekers-do-you-know-your-interview-etiquette/ Sun, 02 Jun 2024 14:48:38 +0000 https://cambridgesearch.com/?p=5713 Young Job Seekers, Do You Know Your Interview Etiquette? By Jennifer Graham If you are 22 to 30 years-old and looking for a new position, you need to read up on your interview etiquette before you go to your next job interview. Let’s run through the most common mistakes, and how to avoid them. [...]

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