Career change without starting over: transferable skills that travel between sectors
If you’ve spent ten years in one industry, the idea of moving to another can feel like throwing away your career. Job descriptions ask for “sector experience.” Recruiters filter by industry on LinkedIn. The narrative around specialist careers is that you pick a lane early and stay in it. In practice, the people who move […]
Why counter-offers rarely work out (and how to leave well)
You’ve spent weeks weighing up a new opportunity. You’ve been through three interviews, you’ve accepted an offer, and you’ve finally handed in your notice. Then your manager comes back the next day with an improved package. More money, a new title, maybe a vague promise of the project you’ve been asking for. Should you take […]
How to retain specialist talent when competitors come calling
In a specialist market, your competitors know who your best people are. They know what they’re working on, where they sit, and roughly what you’re paying them. The direct approach on LinkedIn is the rule now, not the exception, and counter-offers from your competitors are no longer reserved for the most senior hires. If you’re […]
Why your job description is putting off the best candidates
Most job descriptions read like a wish list of demands rather than an invitation to apply. That’s a problem when you’re hiring in a specialist market, because the best candidates aren’t desperately scrolling job boards. They’re considering whether your role is worth a conversation, and they’re making that judgement in about forty seconds. Here’s what’s […]