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Our Chicago team recently volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana! “There’s nothing better than a home-cooked meal when you’re sick or caring for someone who is. Cooking and serving dinner at RMHC was such a meaningful reminder of that. These families spend so many hours in hospitals, and knowing they can come “home” to a warm, comforting meal is so rewarding. I had so much fun cooking alongside some of our other Chicago Swooners and learning from Chef Chris. In this season of Thanksgiving, this was the perfect reminder of how unifying a shared meal can be, and we can’t wait to go back.” – Kirsten Account Manager

Happy Thanksgiving! We’re so grateful for all of our Swooners, contractors, and clients. You’re such an invaluable part of our journey, and we couldn’t be where we are today without each and every one of you!

Meet one of our newer Swooners: Anna! Based in Chicago, IL, Anna joined our Swoon team this past August as a Senior Manager on our Major Accounts team, where she supports some of our largest and longest-standing client partnerships. Her day-to-day blends virtual and in-person meetings, candidate screenings to uncover top talent, and strategic conversations that help her clients scale their technology, marketing, administrative, and manufacturing teams. When asked what drew her to Swoon, she shared: “Swoon drew me in because it was clear from the start that they have something special. The energy and passion across the company – from leadership to every individual contributor – really stood out. Being part of such a close-knit team that’s committed to delivering for every client has been incredibly inspiring!” And a fun fact? Anna grew up in Miami and can speak fluent Russian! Welcome to the flock, Anna – we’re so excited to have you on the team!

Leadership isn’t always just about what you do; it’s about how you do it. Whether it’s pausing before you respond, listening a little deeper, or checking in more consistently, small shifts can make a big difference. Here are a few ways you can grow your emotional intelligence and work to create a more connected team culture.

2026 planning is in full swing, and every team is prioritizing something a little different. From hiring new team members to developing the talent you already have, we’re curious, what’s at the top of your list this year?

Time management isn’t just about getting things done. It’s about knowing what to focus on and when. From resumes to interviews, here’s how to identify candidates who can juggle multiple priorities, stay organized, and keep projects moving forward.

Spend an afternoon volunteering at UMOM New Day Centers in Phoenix, AZ, with some of our Arizona sales team members! “This organization’s mission to end family homelessness by restoring hope and rebuilding lives really stood out to me. Seeing all the resources, services, and support UMOM provides (and how focused they are on keeping families together) made the experience especially meaningful. Even something as simple as restocking interview attire and clothing felt like it could make a real difference, and I’m grateful I had the opportunity to help,” Gina, Business Development Manager.

Want to stand out in your next interview? Problem-solving is one of the most sought-after skills in any role – and the best way to show you have it is through real-world examples. When you can walk hiring managers through how you approached a challenge and the impact you made, you instantly become more memorable. Here’s how! 

♪♪ Cue the music—November’s edition of Connecting Possibilities and Igniting Success is here. ♪♪   This month’s playlist features:  ♫ How to Keep Feedback from Slowing Down Your Hiring Process  ♫ How to Streamline Your Candidate Journey   Turn up the volume (a.k.a. dive into our newsletter 😉) and let us know your thoughts on these topics in the comments!

The secret to a smoother hiring process? A quick alignment call at the start. It will ultimately save time by eliminating some of the back-and-forth and boost candidate quality!