H2B Consulting

05/01/2026

There’s a different level of connection that happens when you get people in the same room.

Last month, we were in New York at the invitation of one of our clients, whose full team was in town for a team session. It created space to connect across sourcing, hiring and leadership in a way that rarely happens in day-to-day operations.

The first evening was spent with client-side partners. The conversations went beyond reqs, timelines and process. We talked about what’s actually working, where things feel heavy, and what success really looks like across the business.

While in town, we also hosted a small H2B luncheon with our consulting team. Time to compare notes, share what’s happening inside the client environment, and connect on the things that don’t show up on a status call.

This is a part of the work that often gets overlooked.

Strong teams aren’t built in dashboards or email threads. They’re built in moments like this, where people have the space to connect, align and be real with each other.

Sometimes the most important thing we can do is simply create the table.

04/22/2026

Organizations are struggling to find candidates with the “right” experience, while at the same time raising the bar for what qualifies as entry-level.

The result is a growing gap between what employers expect and what the market can realistically deliver.

Here's how that dynamic is playing out across industries and why “years of experience” is often a poor proxy for what companies actually need:

How can organizations bridge the skills gap and focus on the kind of employee development that helps workers gain the experience the organization needs?

03/31/2026

Employee engagement remains one of the clearest indicators of organizational performance, yet many teams still struggle to improve it in a meaningful way.

What we see most often isn’t a lack of effort, but a lack of alignment. Engagement is treated as a program rather than something embedded in how work actually happens.

The organizations making progress are taking a more integrated approach, aligning their people strategy with business goals and creating environments where employees feel clear, supported, and able to contribute.

Strong employee engagement trends sometimes mask potential. Learn how deeper HR analytics reveal opportunities before performance dips.

03/26/2026

One of the biggest risks we see in compliance programs is when all of the knowledge sits with one person.

If that person leaves and everything falls apart, the organization hasn’t built a program, it’s built a risk. 😱

Watch the full conversation with Debi Easterday and Wilson Bautista on why sustainable compliance requires shared ownership across teams: https://bit.ly/4bcIEtj

03/24/2026

AI was expected to make hiring more efficient, but for many teams it has introduced more complexity into the process.

An increase in applications often comes with more noise and less clarity around who is truly the right fit.

The challenge is not the technology itself, but how it is being used. When AI is layered onto an unclear or misaligned hiring strategy, it tends to amplify existing gaps rather than solve them.

When applied thoughtfully, AI can help organizations focus their efforts, prioritize effectively and make more informed decisions. It is most impactful when it supports a well-defined, human-centered hiring approach rather than attempting to replace it.

While AI has the potential to transform hiring, it’s important to be realistic about what has actually happened so far. For all the talk about AI supercharging talent, the reality is that talent markets remain as inefficient as ever, with employers struggling to find the right person for the right...

03/19/2026

Recruiting shouldn’t be transactional.

In a recent RecruitCRM webinar, Debi Easterday shared how human-first recruiting means asking better questions, challenging unrealistic expectations, and making sure there’s alignment before a search begins.

Because the goal isn’t just filling roles. It’s getting the decision right for everyone involved.

Watch the full panel: https://bit.ly/4utxmKf

03/11/2026

Passing a CMMC audit is an important milestone, but it’s not the end of the work.

One of the biggest challenges organizations face is shifting from “getting through the audit” to building the processes and habits that allow compliance to hold up over time.

In this conversation, our CEO Debi Easterday and Jün Cyber Founder Wilson Bautista talk about what happens after certification and why sustainment is where many organizations start to struggle.

Watch the full discussion: https://bit.ly/4bcIEtj

03/05/2026

A typical day for Alyssa starts with a cup of coffee (non-negotiable) and checking in with candidates and hiring managers before diving into the work of connecting great people with the right opportunities.

As a Senior Recruiter at H2B Consulting, no two days look exactly the same. Her day might include sourcing candidates, reviewing resumes, interviewing talent, or helping translate what a hiring manager really needs into something candidates can clearly understand.

At the center of it all is the human side of recruiting. Alyssa helps people find roles that move their lives forward, whether that means career growth, stability, a better schedule, or simply feeling valued.

We’re lucky to have her on the H2B team. 🧡

02/19/2026

Good recruiters fill roles, but trusted advisors shape outcomes.

That’s why Debi is joining a Recruit CRM -hosted panel on February 25 to talk about moving beyond transactions and into true partnership.

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Join top recruiting experts sharing how to transform your approach from order-taker to trusted advisor in this live panel.

02/12/2026

Recruiting works better when it stops being transactional.

On February 25, Debi will join Recruit CRM for a live panel discussing what it really means to operate as a trusted advisor for both clients and candidates.

This conversation is for recruiters who want to:
✅ Be pulled in earlier, not last-minute
✅ Be esteemed as a partner, not a vendor
✅ Build relationships that outlast a single placement

If your work sits at the intersection of people, business and long-term outcomes, this one’s worth the hour!

Join top recruiting experts sharing how to transform your approach from order-taker to trusted advisor in this live panel.