Cannabis Podcasting & Journalism With Jonathan Small
We are excited to announce the very first episode of CannabizTeam’s Aim Higher podcast. Host Liesl Bernard, founder and CEO of CannabizTeam, will chat with the most courageous, funny, and inspirational entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry. In the first episode, Liesl sits down with Jonathan Small, Editor-in-Chief of Green Entrepreneur and the CEO of Strike […]
5 Best Entry-Level Cannabis Jobs
Rewind the clock to about ten years ago. In 2010, not many thought the cannabis industry would be considered essential or flourish the way it has. Although it’s still in its infancy, the industry continues to show promise and seems to have planted itself firmly in our nation, with over 30 states making cannabis legal. […]
5 Organizations Fighting for Social Equity in Cannabis
The importance of social equity is clear, yet our execution of the concept as a nation has been unacceptable. But, we’re all trying every day to be better individuals, so we can be better teams, and hopefully evolve to become a better nation. When it comes to social equity in cannabis, there’s plenty of work […]
6 Tips for Choosing the Best Cannabis Consultant
In the past few years, the need for cannabis consultants has grown, as the industry continues to expand. And it’s no surprise since cannabis advisors can help take your business to greater heights. However, not all cannabis consultants are created equally. The gamut of cannabis consultants is all over the place. Therefore, our cannabis staffing […]
How to Dress for a Job Interview in the Cannabis Industry
What you wear is an expression of your character, especially in a professional setting. The attire you choose to wear at a job interview is a preview of who you are. Before a hiring manager hears you speak a word in person, they observe how you dress. To make a positive first impression, you should […]
How Temporary Jobs Can Help Your Cannabis Career
Although you may have your heart set on a full-time cannabis job, you may still have to work on making your resume attractive enough for cannabis hiring managers to consider. Making the transition into the cannabis industry isn’t always easy. While it’s possible to be hired in a full-time cannabis role without prior cannabis work […]
Cannabis Industry Innovation: 5 Ways to Boost Creativity
It takes more than confidence and persistence to stay on top of the cannabis industry. Creativity plays a big factor in ensuring a cannabis company has a competitive advantage. Therefore, it’s pivotal to exercise your cognitive flexibility, so you don’t lose it. From products to marketing, cannabis companies need to be creative to survive and […]
Top 10 Traits of Successful Cannabis Executives
Effective leadership in the young cannabis industry is the difference between sustained success and struggling to keep up. Being a cannabis executive is an arduous job reserved for those who are willing to work for their team and the company’s well-being. To be a great CEO or leader for your cannabis business, you have to […]
Cannabis Executive Search vs. Contingent Recruiters
No matter what the challenge may be, the cannabis industry seems to find a way to prevail. The future is looking bright, as the essential industry is predicted to grow at a rate of 250% from 2018-2028. However, a talented and creative workforce is still necessary to find success in the industry. In finding talent, […]
5 Ways to Motivate Employees in the Cannabis Industry
In any industry, relationships matter, and perhaps there’s no relationship more important than the one between a company’s leader and their employees. Every single day each one of your employees makes a choice to show up and work diligently to keep your cannabis company alive and well. You may think that proper compensation and benefits […]
How to Ensure Equal Employment Opportunity for Those Seeking Cannabis Jobs
Many employers are required to comply with equal employment opportunity regulations. However, some cannabis employers may not be aware that they’re not in compliance with their responsibilities. To push ourselves and others to be better and fight racism and prejudice in the hiring process, we’ve come up with a helpful guide. Ensuring equal employment opportunity […]
Support the Last Prisoner Project
As we push forward and keep our foot on the pedal as a nation to fight racial injustice, we want to look at other ways we can help. This week, we’d like to place the spotlight on the Last Prisoner Project. The nonprofit organization was founded by Steve DeAngelo, who is the “father” of the […]
