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February 2, 2026
Austin Meyermann
The Job Description Is Not the Job

Every search starts with a job description and most of them are outdated. Not because companies are careless, but because roles evolve faster than documents do. When organizations hire based on templates instead of reality, they miss the chance to make placements that actually last.

The Job Description Is Not the Job
January 19, 2026
Austin Meyermann
The Water Industry’s Talent Problem Isn’t a ...

The water industry doesn’t have a talent shortage, it has a storytelling gap.

This work protects public health, safeguards the environment, and keeps communities functioning. Its greatest success is being invisible. When nothing happens, everything is working.

That story deserves to be told earlier, louder, and with purpose.

The Water Industry’s Talent Problem Isn’t a Shortage. It’s a Storytelling Problem.
January 13, 2026
Austin Meyermann
Hiring for Capability, Not Credentials

For decades, degrees served as a convenient proxy for capability. But as roles evolve faster than education systems can adapt, that shortcut is losing relevance. Employers are increasingly prioritizing demonstrable skills, real-world experience, and the ability to learn over formal credentials—recognizing that degrees often reflect access and opportunity as much as aptitude. Skills-based hiring isn’t about dismissing education; it’s about defining talent more accurately for the work that actually needs to be done.

Hiring for Capability, Not Credentials
January 5, 2026
Austin Meyermann
Start Strong: Five Ways to Take Control of Your ...

The first weeks of a new year often set the tone for everything that follows. While most people are still adjusting after the holidays, high performers are already making strategic moves. This article outlines five practical ways to start 2026 with intention, strengthen your professional direction, and build momentum early.

Start Strong: Five Ways to Take Control of Your Career in 2026
Austin Meyermann
July 24, 2018

Leverage Your LinkedIn Profile

Austin Meyermann
July 24, 2018

Your LinkedIn profile is another chance to sell yourself to the world. Your profile serves as your “24/7 resume.” Learn why this is beneficial and how having an up to date LinkedIn profile makes you an attractive candidate.

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Austin Meyermann
July 17, 2018

Wonder Women of Water 2018: Emily Zung

Austin Meyermann
July 17, 2018

The Wonder Women of Water is a recognition initiative focused on the contributions made by women to the water and wastewater industry. Meet the 2018 honorees.

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Austin Meyermann
July 10, 2018

Wonder Women of Water 2018: Sara Martin

Austin Meyermann
July 10, 2018

The Wonder Women of Water is a recognition initiative focused on the contributions made by women to the water and wastewater industry. Meet the 2018 honorees.

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Austin Meyermann
July 3, 2018

Wonder Women of Water 2018: Gillan Taddune

Austin Meyermann
July 3, 2018

The Wonder Women of Water is a recognition initiative focused on the contributions made by women to the water and wastewater industry. Meet the 2018 honorees.

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Austin Meyermann
June 26, 2018

Wonder Women of Water 2018: Karen Budgell

Austin Meyermann
June 26, 2018

The Wonder Women of Water is a recognition initiative focused on the contributions made by women to the water and wastewater industry. Meet the 2018 honorees.

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Austin Meyermann
June 19, 2018

Wonder Women of Water 2018: Kerrie Greenfelder

Austin Meyermann
June 19, 2018

The Wonder Women of Water is a recognition initiative focused on the contributions made by women to the water and wastewater industry. Meet the 2018 honorees.

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Austin Meyermann
June 12, 2018

The Tao of Hiring Top Sales People

Austin Meyermann
June 12, 2018

We have never seen the labor market this tight for top sales talent. To be competitive, you have to compete. To win, you have to understand how to play the game. Act with urgency and be ready to pull the trigger.

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Austin Meyermann
June 5, 2018

The Multiple Offer Shuffle

Austin Meyermann
June 5, 2018

You’ve interviewed with two companies and you really like both of them. Your gut feeling proves correct and your receive offers from both! This is an ideal situation to be in as a candidate. But what about if you’re one of those companies hoping to hire this candidate?

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Austin Meyermann
May 22, 2018

Is Replacing a Key Employee Mission Impossible?

Austin Meyermann
May 22, 2018

What to do when you lose a key employee? Someone who brings in millions of dollars a year in revenue. Someone who has been with you for over a decade. Someone who you think about in terms of being “family.” Read this article to learn what’s the next step.

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Austin Meyermann
May 15, 2018

What Does This Person Actually Do?

Austin Meyermann
May 15, 2018

Resumes are helpful and job descriptions are rough guidelines, but imagine if you could take a casual 30 minute walk with the person applying to a role or with the incumbent of the position. This conversation would go beyond the lines of text that generically describe duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

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Austin Meyermann
May 8, 2018

Interview Better: Stop Talking and Start Listening

Austin Meyermann
May 8, 2018

How does your phone interview usually sound? Do you tend to finish candidate’s sentence? Fill in moments of silence? Try focusing more on observing and listening rather than talking. Check out why in this article.

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Austin Meyermann
April 30, 2018

Make Quality Hires Fast, Super Fast!

Austin Meyermann
April 30, 2018

Want quality candidates? Want to fill vacant roles ASAP? Then you have to know your speed-to-hire and do everything in your power to hire quality candidates much, MUCH faster!

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Austin Meyermann
April 24, 2018

Scrambled Eggs or Soufflé: How to make your Resume Tasty

Austin Meyermann
April 24, 2018

Lessons from famous chefs to make your resume to stand out.

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Austin Meyermann
April 16, 2018

The Art of Follow Up

Austin Meyermann
April 16, 2018

Avoid being left in the dark by being the one who Follows Up...

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Austin Meyermann
April 3, 2018

Blame it on Your Socks

Austin Meyermann
April 3, 2018

What happens if you prepare for the next day the night before? 

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Austin Meyermann
March 27, 2018

Too Good Not to Share

Austin Meyermann
March 27, 2018

How are you staying on top of your obligations? Our founder is sharing changes he's implemented since the beginning of the New Year and how it has impacted his life. Check it out and give it a try yourself!

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Austin Meyermann
March 20, 2018

Control The Fire

Austin Meyermann
March 20, 2018

What can we learn about ourselves and our jobs from a famous chef?

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Austin Meyermann
March 13, 2018

I Gotsta Get Paid!

Austin Meyermann
March 13, 2018

Do you show up to work to get paid for what you're going to do or for what you have done?

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Austin Meyermann
February 27, 2018

CEOs Need Job Descriptions Too!

Austin Meyermann
February 27, 2018

Is setting clear expectations for your key executive roles crucial for the advancement of your organization? 

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Austin Meyermann
February 13, 2018

How to Hire Pain-Free

Austin Meyermann
February 13, 2018

Most companies will compromise their hiring process by taking a shortcut because they're hiring when they're in pain. Pre-demand recruiting is just one of many solutions you can use to avoid making mistakes when you have a sudden need to hire. 

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