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Staffing a new manufacturing plant is one of the most complex hiring challenges companies face. You are not filling roles. You are building an entire workforce on a deadline. The biggest mistakes we see usually come down to three things: - No phased hiring plan tied to production - Inconsistent or unclear candidate messaging - Treating every role like it requires the same hiring strategy The reality is: Hiring operators, skilled trades, engineers, and plant leadership all require completely different approaches and timelines. The companies that get plant launches right do not just recruit harder. They plan differently. We broke down a practical framework for high-volume plant hiring, from phased planning to hiring events to long-term talent pipelines. If you are launching a facility or planning to, this is worth a read. Link to the article in the comments. #hirewell #hiring #manufacturing #recruitment #talentstrategy #operations #industrialhiring #supplychain

Is hiring an art or a science? We’ve all heard this debate in sales. But hiring deserves the same question. On one hand: Data, AI, scorecards, structured interviews, predictive analytics. On the other: Gut feel, pattern recognition, reading people, timing. The best hiring leaders we know don’t sit fully on either side. But everyone leans one way. So we’re curious… If you’ve built teams, scaled orgs, or made critical hires: Where do you land and why? Drop your take below.

AI is dominating every conversation right now. Yes, technology is creating efficiency. Yes, companies are rethinking their tech stacks. But here’s what hasn’t changed: - You still need great people. - Judgment. Intuition. Creativity. Leadership. As Charlie Saffro puts it, AI enhances talent. It doesn’t replace it. The most forward-thinking companies we’re talking to are using technology to amplify their teams, not shrink them. If you’re thinking through how AI impacts your hiring strategy, we’re happy to share what we’re seeing in the market: https://lnkd.in/d95zSAK

Happy 5-year anniversary, Marc Dobkin! 🎉 Five years of dedication, hard work, and making a real impact. Not just on Hirewell, but on the people and teams you’ve helped along the way. We’re lucky to have you, Marc. Thanks for everything you’ve brought to the team (and all the wins still to come). #Hirewell #WorkAnniversary #TeamSpotlight

How do you stay ahead in talent acquisition? Stay curious. Talk to other CHROs. Stay close to hiring managers. Listen to candidates. They often see shifts before companies do. And do not just study your own industry. What tech and consulting feel today, agencies may feel two years from now. If you want to stay relevant, look outside your bubble before the market forces you to. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gx5g4RMu #BeyondTheOffer #TalentLeadership #HRStrategy #FutureOfWork #RecruitingExcellence

More roles. Better roles. Momentum is back. But hiring? Still too slow. We’re seeing great candidates drop out because companies are overcomplicating the process. Charlie Saffro shares what’s happening right now, from combining supply chain + tech recruiting to what CS Recruiting joining Hirewell really means. Quick clips. Worth your time. Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gawAjVKw

Assessments like Hogan or DISC can be useful. But do not worship them. They should not replace structured behavioral interviews. They definitely should not be the sole reason someone gets hired or rejected. In agency environments, you are hiring for agility, resilience, and collaboration. No assessment perfectly predicts that. Disciplined interviewing. Real calibration. Clear expectations. That is what wins. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gx5g4RMu #BeyondTheOffer #HiringStrategy #TalentAcquisition #LeadershipHiring #HRLeadership

We’re growing, and we’re excited to welcome three incredible additions to the Hirewell team 👏 Jessica Briante, Lead Recruiter (Go-To-Market) Sarah Kennedy, Director (Go-To-Market) Gretchen Ireton, Recruiter (Corporate Functions) Each brings deep expertise and a passion for connecting great talent with great companies. We’re lucky to have them on board and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make. Welcome to the team! #TalentAcquisition #GrowingTeam #WelcomeToHirewell

There is no perfect ATS. Some are better than others. Greenhouse. GEM. AI sourcing tools. Interview intelligence. Analytics dashboards. The tools matter. But the real opportunity is not stacking tech. It is using it to free recruiters to influence the business instead of just transact within it. If your tech is not elevating your team, it is just noise. Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gx5g4RMu #BeyondTheOffer #RecruitingTech #TalentAcquisition #HRTechnology #FutureOfWork

Three months into 2026, there’s real optimism in the market, and we’re continuing to see that momentum build. In this clip, Charlie Saffro breaks down what we’re seeing across the board. Volume is up, but more importantly, the quality of opportunities our clients are bringing us has improved in a meaningful way. One trend she calls out: hiring is more intentional, but still moving slower than it should. And there are real consequences when teams drag their feet. Too many interviews. Misalignment on the ideal profile. Too many decision makers. Delays between steps. The roles are there. The candidates are there. But if your process stalls, the best talent won’t wait. They’ll take another offer. If your team is hiring in 2026 and wants a process that actually wins top talent, reach out.