Author: Julie Norwell

Ouch! My Job Hurts!

December 23, 2024
Chairman's Blog

Most of the discomfort that executives feel is completely unnecessary. So, much like a physician, we diagnose the symptoms to better understand clients’ career and job search pains. Then we offer a remedy that is tailored to them.

INDUSTRY UPDATE: Private Equity & Venture Capital

December 16, 2024
Industry Updates

Falling rates and easing inflation should allow the private equity market to regain momentum in 2025. But challenging times lie ahead for venture capitalists, even as liquidity returns to capital markets. All in all, current market trends suggest a potent mix of volatility and opportunity.

The Risks of Reverse Recruiting

December 9, 2024
Chairman's Blog

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if someone else could find you that perfect executive position? Well, if something sounds too good to be true, guess what—it probably is—like that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow if you could only catch a leprechaun.

At a Loss About Your New Boss?

November 25, 2024
Chairman's Blog

If a new boss prompts you to reconsider your career, he or she may be doing you a huge favor. As an executive, you may not be able to change your new boss, but you can change how you feel about him or her. And you can change your job. You have a choice.

INDUSTRY UPDATE: Health Care

November 18, 2024
Industry Updates

The global health care market is forecast to grow to about $9.8 trillion by 2027. Major trends are shaping the landscape, including the rising influence of payers, regulatory and policy changes, and a labor shortage. And then there is artificial intelligence... Technology and health providing companies...

Is The Barrett Group Truly Incomparable?

November 11, 2024
Chairman's Blog

Every day prospective clients ask us, “How are you better than the competition?” The reality is, there is no true comparison. We have an unparalleled approach that sets us apart from traditional career services. Simply put, The Barrett Group is in a league of its own.

Life After Layoff

November 4, 2024
Chairman's Blog

It is undeniably painful to be laid off. No question about it. You might wonder: Why is this happening now? Where is the silver lining? But there is life after being laid off – and very often it’s an improvement!

INDUSTRY UPDATE: eCommerce

October 28, 2024
Industry Updates

In 2024 online shopping is ubiquitous. Worldwide retail eCommerce sales have nearly doubled since 2019 and are forecast to grow strongly for years to come. eCommerce players are hardly asleep at the wheel. They are investing and innovating at a breakneck pace. They predict very high hiring demand...

Is Entropy Eroding Your Career?

October 21, 2024
Chairman's Blog

Career growth requires intention. Really making progress in your career (and not just settling for what comes along) requires effort, clear-headed guidance, and a plan. If your career is no longer living up to your expectations, it’s time to exert a little energy and combat entropy’s creeping erosion....

INDUSTRY UPDATE: Management Consulting

October 14, 2024
Industry Updates

By some accounts, the worldwide spend on management consulting has breached the $1 trillion mark – and it’s growing. There are many deep pockets of expertise in this world, but there is one area that is emerging as a singular priority for management consultants.