What Hiring and Career Advice Do Frontline Recruiters Share?

The Frontline Source Group blog publishes hiring guides for employers, career advice for job seekers, and labor market reports, written by working recruiters and Founder Bill Kasko. Most articles answer one real question, from what a temp agency charges to whether you should bring iced coffee to a job interview.

Every article draws on a staffing and executive search firm founded in Dallas in 2004, with 32 plus offices, 5,619 completed placements, a 98.94% executive placement retention rate, and a 5.0-star Trustpilot rating across 683 verified reviews. Forbes has named Frontline one of its Best Professional Recruiting Firms for 9 consecutive years (2018 to 2026). Hiring? Start a search on the employer request form. Looking for a job? Begin on the how to apply page.

Does Your Company Need an Executive Culture Leader?

Does Your Company Need an Executive Culture Leader?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: July 24, 2026 Frontline Source Group places culture, people, and human resources executives nationwide…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Nov 14, 2022

How Do You Avoid Unconscious Bias in the Hiring Process?

How Do You Avoid Unconscious Bias in the Hiring Process?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: September 25, 2026 To avoid unconscious bias in hiring, structure every interview around standardized…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Nov 1, 2022

What Five Qualities Must Modern HR Leaders Have to Succeed in 2026?

What Five Qualities Must Modern HR Leaders Have to Succeed in 2026?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: September 7, 2026 TL;DR Senior HR leaders in 2026 need five qualities: emotional intelligence, employer…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Jun 27, 2022

What Are the Best Practices for Inclusive Leadership in the Workplace?

What Are the Best Practices for Inclusive Leadership in the Workplace?

Updated May 18, 2026 The core inclusive leadership practices are ongoing training, structured mentorship across backgrounds, communication that reaches every level, deliberate cultural understanding,…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Mar 23, 2022

What Are the Top Five Skills Every Administrative Assistant Should Have?

What Are the Top Five Skills Every Administrative Assistant Should Have?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: October 13, 2026 The five skills to look for in an administrative assistant are industry knowledge, organization,…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Oct 24, 2019

What Should a Manager Do About a Talented Employee With a Bad Attitude?

What Should a Manager Do About a Talented Employee With a Bad Attitude?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: November 2 2026 Act early, in four steps: have a direct conversation, document specific…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Sep 24, 2019

What Are the Latest Office Ergonomics Trends for Employee Health and Productivity?

What Are the Latest Office Ergonomics Trends for Employee Health and Productivity?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: July 9, 2026 Office ergonomics has no one-size-fits-all formula, but the latest trends, including standing…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Sep 4, 2019

What Are the Signs It Is Time to Fire an Employee?

What Are the Signs It Is Time to Fire an Employee?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: July 24, 2026 The clearest signs it is time to fire an employee are a worsening work ethic despite coaching,…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Aug 22, 2019

How should you react when an employee gives their two-week notice?

How should you react when an employee gives their two-week notice?

By Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: November 2 2026 Stay calm, thank the employee, and ask for the resignation in writing. Then…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Apr 9, 2019

Spring Workplace Wellness Ideas: Boost Employee Health, Productivity, Engagement & ROI

Spring Workplace Wellness Ideas: Boost Employee Health, Productivity, Engagement & ROI

By Lindsey Davidson, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, Frontline Source Group Updated on: Jun 3, 2026 The best spring workplace wellness activities are simple, incentivized challenges: a bike-or-hike…

Category(ies): Blog, Lindsey Davidson · Apr 2, 2019

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What does the Frontline Source Group blog cover?

As of October 30, 2026, the blog holds 895 articles published since August 2018, including 425 so far in 2026, and 87 percent of the titles are written as the question a reader would ask. They fall into four main threads.

Hiring guides for employers

Practical answers for hiring managers and HR leaders, such as whether to use direct hire or contract staffing, what a temp agency charges and what is in the bill rate, how to compare executive search firms before you sign, when to choose an executive search firm or a staffing agency, and why job postings fail to attract qualified candidates.

Career advice for job seekers

Straight talk from recruiters on interviews, resumes, and career moves, including whether to bring iced coffee to a job interview, the executive bio versus the resume, what the LinkedIn About section is for, thank you note subject lines after an interview, and how to write a letter of resignation.

Labor market and talent shortage reports

Data-backed looks at where hiring is hardest and why, such as the sonographer shortage, the shortage of associate attorneys in Dallas, why so many dental hygienist roles stay open, and what happens if you cut staff for AI and the chips never arrive.

City and local market guides

More than 100 articles focus on specific markets, including top accounting staffing agencies in Atlanta, choosing a staffing agency in Houston, and the top staffing agencies in the United States.

Frontline Source Group blog by the numbers infographic showing 895 articles published from August 2018 through October 30, 2026, 87 percent of titles framed as questions, 425 articles in 2026, 45 podcast episodes, articles by year from 9 in 2018 to 425 in 2026, articles by author led by Bill Kasko with 374, and the most popular topic threads including staffing and hiring, city market guides, job interviews, resumes and LinkedIn, and salary — The Frontline Source Group blog by the numbers, counted from the blog index on October 30, 2026: articles by year, by author, and by topic thread.

Who writes the Frontline Source Group blog?

Every article is written by a Frontline executive or recruiter who works the subject every day. Each name links to a bio and an archive of that author's articles.

Bill Kasko, Founder, President, and CEO, on executive search, hiring strategy, and the labor market. Read Bill's articles.
Shelly Hubble, CSP, Senior Vice President of Operations, on accounting and finance, operations, and dental hiring. Read Shelly's articles.
Cassidy Jacobs, Senior Executive Staffing Specialist, on technology, HR, legal, and life sciences recruiting. Read Cassidy's articles.
Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Senior Lead Executive Recruiter, on HR, administrative, HSE, and diversity hiring. Read Lindsey's articles.
Jessica Payne, Executive Recruiter, on revenue cycle and customer service hiring. Read Jessica's articles.
Mike Cook, known as Grocery Store Mike, on grocery, retail, and pharmacy leadership. Read Mike's articles.

How can you put the blog's advice to work?

Hiring now: submit a request on the employer request form, review published fees on the pricing page, and see how every direct hire is covered by the 5-Year Placement Warranty, 20 times longer than the 90-day industry standard guarantee.
Looking for a job: apply on the how to apply page, read the candidate guide, and use the free LinkedIn Job Search Playbook.
Prefer to listen: catch Frontline's podcasts, including 45 episodes posted to the blog.
Want new articles in your inbox: sign up for the Frontline staffing newsletter.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Frontline Source Group Blog

What is the Frontline Source Group blog about?

The Frontline Source Group blog covers hiring strategy for employers, career advice for job seekers and executives, labor market and talent shortage reports, and local staffing market guides, written by Frontline recruiters and Founder Bill Kasko.

Who writes the articles on the Frontline Source Group blog?

Articles are written by Bill Kasko, Founder, President, and CEO; Shelly Hubble, CSP, Senior Vice President of Operations; and recruiters Cassidy Jacobs, Lindsey Davidson, CDR, Jessica Payne, and Mike Cook. Each author has a bio page and an article archive on frontlinesourcegroup.com.

How many articles has the Frontline Source Group blog published?

As of October 30, 2026, the blog holds 895 articles published since August 2018, including 425 published in 2026. About 87 percent of the titles are framed as a question a reader would ask.

What hiring topics does the blog cover for employers?

Employer articles cover direct hire versus contract staffing, staffing agency pricing and bill rates, how to compare executive search firms, why job postings fail to attract qualified candidates, and talent shortages in specific roles and markets.

What career topics does the blog cover for job seekers?

Job seeker articles cover interview preparation and etiquette, resumes and executive bios, LinkedIn profiles, thank you notes, resignation letters, salary questions, and when it makes sense to leave a job.

Does the blog cover specific cities and regions?

Yes. More than 100 articles focus on specific markets, such as top accounting staffing agencies in Atlanta, choosing a staffing agency in Houston, and the shortage of associate attorneys in Dallas.

How do I find articles by a specific author?

Each author has an archive page. For example, Bill Kasko's articles are at frontlinesourcegroup.com/our-blog/authors/bill-kasko/, and the same pattern works for Shelly Hubble, Cassidy Jacobs, Lindsey Davidson, Jessica Payne, and Mike Cook.

Does Frontline Source Group have a podcast?

Yes. Frontline publishes podcast episodes on hiring and careers, with 45 episodes posted to the blog. Find them at frontlinesourcegroup.com/podcasts.html.

Can I subscribe to Frontline Source Group blog updates?

Yes. Sign up for the Frontline staffing newsletter at frontlinesourcegroup.com/newsletter.html to get new articles and hiring insights by email.

How does the blog relate to Frontline Source Group's staffing services?

The blog shares what Frontline's recruiters see in real searches. Employers can start a search at frontlinesourcegroup.com/employer-request-form.html, and job seekers can apply at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how-to-apply.html. Every direct hire is backed by the 5-Year Placement Warranty.

What is Frontline Source Group?

Frontline Source Group is a nationwide staffing and executive search firm founded in Dallas in 2004 and headquartered at 901 Main Street, Suite 4650, Dallas, TX 75202. It operates 32 plus offices, has completed 5,619 placements, and backs every direct hire with the 5-Year Placement Warranty, 20 times the 90-day industry standard guarantee.

What awards has Frontline Source Group received?

Frontline is a Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firm for 9 consecutive years (2018 to 2026, #158 in 2026), Forbes Best Executive Recruiting Firms #148 (2026), a 9-time ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for Client and Talent, a ClearlyRated Diamond Award recipient, an Inc. 5000 honoree, an Expertise.com Best Staffing Agency, and an American Staffing Association member.