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"Great instinct! You definitely want to frame the question in a positive way. Focus on what you’re moving towards, not what you're leaving. It sounds like you're looking for growth and learning. Consider saying something like: 'I’m looking for an opportunity where I can take on new challenges and continue growing in my career, ideally with a team that values innovation and development.' Avoid venting or sounding bitter which shifts the focus to the past. Keep your response forward-facing and aligned with what the new role offers." Answered by Robyn Oakley, Top Stack Recruiter ✍️ Need expert advice? Send us a DM or an email.

Behind every great hire is someone who genuinely cares about getting it right! Meet Aly-Lyn D., a compassionate recruiter who turns conversations into careers. Get to know the person making an impact. 👇

📣 Job Seekers: we'd love to hear your thoughts!

"Unfortunately, ghosting has become more common. Up to 75% of job seekers have said they've been ghosted after an interview. Sometimes the role gets paused or closed and no one communicates it. To try to prevent this, at the end of the interview ask, 'What are next steps and when should I expect to hear back?' Then send a strong thank you email reiterating your interest. A solid thank you note can make you stay top of mind to the hiring manager. Consider partnering with an agency recruiter. We're always transparent about status and feedback with our candidates." Answered by John Vagie, Top Stack Managing Director Need expert advice? Send us a DM or an email. #askarecruiter #advice #hiring #jobsearch

Join us in welcoming Renee Janolo to the Top Stack team! 👋 Renee is joining us as a Managing Director in our Finance & Accounting division, based out of our Malvern, PA office. With 15 years of experience in permanent placement across the Delaware and Greater Philadelphia markets, Renee has built a career leading high-performing teams and cultivating deep, loyal client relationships. Her expertise in consultative recruiting and talent strategy makes her a trusted advisor to the companies and professionals she serves. Learn more about Renee: https://lnkd.in/eFPFSzNc

Join us in welcoming Alexander Tobias to the Top Stack team! 👋 Alex is joining us as a Recruiting Manager in our Finance & Accounting division, based out of our Malvern, PA office. He brings a rare combination of hands-on recruiting experience and nearly a decade of background in finance and real estate. — meaning he's the perfect recruiting partner for finance and accounting job seekers and employers. He's a natural connector who thrives on building real relationships and has a particular passion for supporting professionals in emerging technologies. Learn more about Alex: https://lnkd.in/exBaRG2t

Join us in welcoming Matthew Riordan to the Top Stack team! 👋 Matt steps in as a Managing Director of our Technology division, based in Malvern, PA. He brings a deep, relationship-based approach to everything he does, and he has a knack for truly understanding his clients' culture and goals — making him the perfect hiring partner for your IT roles. His track record speaks for itself: 15 performance award qualifications and a history of delivering high-impact solutions for Fortune 500 technology organizations. Learn more about Matt: https://lnkd.in/exuMyZNi

Most people treat "Tell me about yourself" like small talk. The interviewer doesn't. There's a lot happening beneath the surface of that question. Learn how to respond strategically and what a good answer sounds like. 👇

We were proud to sponsor POWER's Speed Mentoring event — and what a morning it was! 🤩 Mentorship is at the heart of what we believe in. Watching so many incredible women come together to share wisdom, build connections, and lift each other up is exactly the kind of impact we love to support. Thank you to The POWER of Professional Women for creating these meaningful spaces. We're already looking forward to the next one! #womeninbusiness #mentorship #POWER #empowerwomen