I was reading a piece on Google News about toxic leaders, and it reinforced something I’ve learned the hard way: in Recruitment, you don’t “discover” toxicity after Hiring — you either screen for it early, or you end up paying for it later through attrition, fear-based culture, and stalled performance. What I look for now isn’t charisma. It’s patterns. A few signals that consistently matter in interviews and reference checks: - How they talk about past teams. If every story h

Many talented individuals are applying to over 50 to 100-plus roles without receiving any responses, while leaders express difficulty finding the right talent. What has changed? It appears that the middle ground has tightened: there are fewer openings, increased competition, and heightened expectations. Companies are hiring more cautiously, focusing on skill testing, adaptability, and prioritizing candidates who can deliver impact quickly. For those searching for jobs, here a