The Career Strategy Brief: Decision-maker Psychology

Why Companies Need Cybersecurity Experts

Vennessa McConkey — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:50:02 GMT

If you are looking to connect with an awesome human-being and professional for cybersecurity needs, connect with Dominic: HERE

$127,000 Candidate

Vennessa McConkey — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:59:53 GMT

I believe they’re symptoms of the same issue: The Interpretation Gap.

In this livestream, we unpack why organizations struggle to fill critical roles while experienced candidates struggle to break through, and why the hiring process itself may be filtering out the very people it’s trying to find.

We also explore one question that sparked the biggest discussion:

What are you actually screening for…potential or proof?

If you’re responsible for hiring senior talent, or you’re wondering why today’s hiring market feels so frustrating, I think you’ll leave with a completely different perspective.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• Why one vacant senior role can quietly cost six figures

• The hidden filters that keep exceptional candidates from reaching hiring managers

• The three places organizations unintentionally lose top talent

• How to recognize and close your own Interpretation Gap

I’d love to hear what resonated with you most after you’ve watched.

And if you’re interested in getting in on that strategy hour, HERE

Why the Best Candidate for Your Role Isn’t Looking for It

Vennessa McConkey — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:37:14 GMT

They’re probably not applying.

And if your hiring process depends on applications to discover great people, you’re already searching in the wrong place.

Here’s the number that changed how I think about hiring.

Roughly 70% of the senior-level workforce is considered passive. These are experienced leaders who aren’t actively applying for jobs. They’re delive…

You’re Competing Against a Candidate Who Doesn’t Exist

Vennessa McConkey — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:29:15 GMT

One of the most damaging assumptions experienced professionals make is believing they’re losing to better candidates.

Sometimes that’s true. A lot of the time, it’s not. A lot of the time, you’re competing against a candidate who doesn’t exist…you know, that unicorn!

The company has built a picture in its head of the “perfect hire.” The perfect industry. …

You Can't Control the Market, But You CAN Control Your Positioning

Vennessa McConkey — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:51:06 GMT

There’s a quiet panic happening right now in companies and with candidates.

But if you listen closely, you can hear it in the pauses between conversations.

Hiring leaders are slowing decisions.

Senior-level professionals are second-guessing themselves.

And both sides are waiting for “certainty” to return.

To be honest, I dont think it will.

How to Break Into Top Roles Faster with AI + Insider Hiring Strategy

Vennessa McConkey — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:43:34 GMT

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The $150K Job Search Nobody Taught You - How to Get Hired Like a Top Sales Rep

Vennessa McConkey — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:24:11 GMT

If you're a senior leader sending out dozens of applications and hearing nothing back, this isn't about your résumé. It's about your strategy.

You're treating your job search like you're entry-level again — applying through portals, hoping someone notices you, waiting for callbacks that never come.

But here's what elite salespeople know that you don't: Th…