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Please join us in congratulating Adriana Fontaine, Executive Operations Associate, on being named SkyWater Search Partners Employee of the Quarter.

Memorial Day invites us to pause and remember, not just the holiday, but the service and sacrifice of others.

When we think about those who have served and given their lives, we’re reflecting on a level of dedication that went far beyond obligation, a commitment to something bigger than themselves. It guided their choices, regardless of the potential for recognition, individual gain or devastating personal loss. At its core, this day gives us an opportunity to reflect on what we can learn from those who have shown us the very best of what it means to truly place the good of all above the benefit to self.

Leadership is often framed as something built through education, experience, or opportunity. But for many influential figures, its earliest foundations come from something far more personal: the values, expectations, and quiet examples set by their mothers. These mothers did not simply offer advice, they shaped how their children understood learning, dignity, responsibility, and resilience. Long before titles or recognition, these leaders were being formed at home.

The March 2026 U.S. jobs report delivered a stronger-than-expected rebound after a weak February, while Minnesota’s latest unemployment data shows a rare uptick in joblessness. But for Minnesota employers, the real story isn’t in the headlines. It’s in the context.

No. And here is why.

In today's dynamic job market, the temptation to accept a counteroffer from your current employer after announcing your resignation can be strong. However, evidence suggests that this decision may not be in your best long-term interest.

After receiving an offer from a new company, keep this in mind:

Recently, we’ve seen a rise in the number of counteroffers offered to candidates as sought-after skills become harder to find. As the labor market improves, we expect to see the number and strength of these counteroffers increase.

Should you accept your counteroffer? We believe you should never accept a counteroffer. Here is exactly why.

The fate of your job search isn't written in the stars. It's in your strategy. Here are three ways to show up, stand out, and seize the right opportunities.

There’s one day each year when the idea of "luck" gets a lot of play. I enjoy a little four-leaf clover and leprechaun talk, myself, on St. Patrick's Day. But what about the other 364 days of the year?

As an executive recruiter, I sometimes have candidates tell me they’re having a run of bad luck in their job search. Most of the time, I offer them a simple formula for turning that luck around.

It starts with three simple actions that show how landing the right role isn’t about chance. It’s about creating your own good fortune.

The loss of 92,000 jobs nationwide is significant. But it increases the chance of further rate cuts.

The February 2026 jobs report delivered a surprise, with the U.S. economy losing roughly 92,000 jobs, a sharp reversal from January’s modest gains (Washington Post, 2026).

Leadership Qualities That Inspire Greatness and Shape Successful Careers

Whether you're a hiring manager wanting to build a no-holds-barred, powerhouse team where your employees are known for their superior talent and off-the-charts happiness factor — or you're a candidate seeking such a manager — today is a perfect day to take a peek back in history at the timeless wisdom of some of the most powerful leaders in U.S. history.