Attributed to: Jon Midmer, Managing Partner. At JMA, we believe that the cornerstone of a successful business is people capability. From the word go, we’ve blended experienced hires with a strong graduate programme, and we’re delighted to say that three of our graduate trainees have recently been promoted: Sandy Behar, now with…
Attributed to: Jon Midmer, Managing Partner. When I started JMA back in late 2013, I honestly had no idea how things would pan out. Looking back, other than the obvious difference of having to run a business as well as place top talent, the single biggest –…
Attributed to: Anna Miller, Consultant. In the competitive realm of hiring, a crucial element often gets overshadowed by the dazzling allure of resumes and references: the candidate experience. Imagine this – you’re in a long line at your favorite coffee shop, and they serve you a lukewarm brew…
Attributed to: Sarah Beauerle, Partner. In a world racing to automate, optimize, and analyze, it’s tempting to believe that artificial intelligence can replace the most unpredictable — and often inconvenient — element of business: humans. AI can summarize meeting notes, write emails, detect patterns, and…
Attributed to: Sarah Beauerle, Partner. We all remember our first days at a new job—new shoes, a few nerves, and the hope that we’ve landed somewhere we belong. For newly hired employees, those first moments inside a company’s walls (physical…
Attributed to: Jon Midmer, Managing Partner. As JMA’s client base includes a number of industry-leading companies in the hospitality sector, in both my professional capacity, and as a more-than-willing customer outside office hours, I find myself forever passing judgement on…
Attributed to: Anna Miller, Consultant. As we march through 2025, the job market feels like a rollercoaster ride—complete with unexpected twists and turns that may leave you both exhilarated and slightly dizzy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to…
Attributed to: Igal Ers, Senior Research and Engagement Lead. We are excited to introduce Alara as the newest member of the JMA team! Alara joins us as a Graduate Trainee, bringing a strong academic background and a passion for serving…
Attributed to: Jon Midmer, Managing Partner. A CMO I placed a few years ago shared with me late last year that her daughter was encouraging her to pursue her long-held dream of becoming a CEO: “You should go for it, mum!”, she apparently told her. “You’ve spent your whole career working so hard to get where you are – and now there’s just one letter to go!”. The one-letter difference between…
Attributed to: Sarah Beauerle, Partner. One of my most common pieces of advice that I share is, “Never underestimate the value of building relationships in business.” It may sound cliché, but every job that I have had was accompanied by a strong referral from…