What it takes to make it as a COO in 2026

In the building materials sector, a strategic plan is only as strong as the team executing it at 8:00 a.m. on a Monday. This year brings mounting pressure: tightening margins, tariff volatility, and an aging skilled workforce — all converging at once. Success will depend not just on strategy, but on operational leadership that bridges…

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2026 Interview Best Practices (Part 2)

It’s 2026, and you’d better be ready to come out swinging when it comes to securing top talent. In Part 1 of this series, we discussed what to look for in 2026, including how the key challenges facing business leaders will impact your recruiting success. At TZR, after almost 30 years, we have not only…

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Best Practices for Hiring in 2026: Part 1

A fitness refresh is typically high on most people’s list this time of year, but while you may be gearing up for your next race, make sure you’re also bringing flexibility into your hiring routine. Market and hiring trends shift constantly, but as experts in our field, we’ve developed our own best practices that ensure…

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Q4 Recruiting Strategies – Hire Right and Hire Right Now

What are the benefits of early hiring for 2026? It’s easy to get caught up in winding down, but remember, when a job is open and companies are looking to hire, there is no slow period. End-of-year recruiting tips This is the time when most executive teams are already meeting to discuss the strategy for Q2…

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5 Hiring Strategies Your Building Supply Company Needs to Succeed in 2026

As the construction industry prepares for an anticipated surge in demand through 2026 – driven by infrastructure investments and changes in consumer preferences – building supply companies will face an increased need for skilled professionals. With projections suggesting nearly half a million new workers will be required to manage the growth, the race to attract…

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Key Trends Shaping Hiring in 2025 and What They Tell Us About 2026

As the last quarter of 2025 unfolds, the landscape of hiring and recruiting in the US continues to undergo lightning-speed transformation. Driven by technological innovation and shifting workplace preferences, organizations must reconsider the way they recruit, evaluate, and retain talent. From the adoption of artificial intelligence to the acceptance of hybrid and remote work schedules,…

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Consumer Packaged Goods in 2025

In the recruiting industry, starting the new year right means reflecting on the past and planning for the future – identifying avenues for improvement and forecasting what new challenges and opportunities we are likely to come across. The consumer packaged goods (CPG) space is one of the most interesting industries to watch due to its…

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Building Supply Industry Outlook 2025

The past several years have been filled with ups and downs as it relates to the recruiting industry; as soon as we adjusted to one change, a new trend emerged and with it, new challenges. As we start the New Year and reflect on the end of another, we’re optimistic about the state of the…

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Success is calling, time to pick up!

Building or adding to a team within your organization – whether a brand-new sales group or rounding out the last few spots in your executive suite – is one of the most important business decisions you will make as a leader. It makes sense to bring in a partner who can guide you through the…

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