INFORMATIVE BLOGS
A wide range of topics impacting the industry, from many of the minds and hearts shaping the industry. Our colleagues at FlowerHire and other industry leaders curate important cannabis news to keep us all informed about aspects of the industry.
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Career opportunities in vape cartridge manufacturing
The demand for skilled workers in this field is rising. More
A guide to landing your dream job at a vape shop
Insights for job seekers to interview and start an exciting career in the vaping world. More
Vape cart batteries: essential knowledge for industry pros
Relevant info about vape batteries so cannabis industry professionals can ensure optimal performance, safety, and user satisfaction. More
Grinders: essential tools + career opportunities
A guide about cannabis grinders for industry professionals and job seekers. More
Career opportunities, players + trends
Explore cannabis job opportunities with insights on key players, job platforms, salaries, trends, and emerging roles in the industry. More
15 high-paying jobs in the cannabis industry
Discover diverse high-paying careers in the cannabis industry with average salaries and job roles in this article by Indeed. More
Transferable skills to a dynamic career path
From dispensary associate to enterprise integration manager, Kate Steinberg of TerrAscend describes skill transferability. More
5 in-demand cannabis industry skill sets
The cannabis industry continues to add full time jobs all across the country. Find out the most in-demand skill sets. More
8 cannabis job seeker tips to get you hired
Connecting with an interviewer so they feel confident that you are the person for the job is an important interview consideration. More
Working at a cannabis dispensary: 8 tips for success
Passionate about cannabis? Want to contribute to the industry, connect with like-minded individuals, and learn more about the plant? A job at a cannabis dispensary is a great way to get started. More
Tips on growing your cannabis career | cannabis hiring fairs
When alternatives appear limited, opportunities don’t always happen, but may need to be created. Do your research and discover if a legal role in the cannabis industry is right for you. More
Budding opportunities – learn about the careers
New York State Cannabis Workforce Initiative promotes social equity in adult-use cannabis market by providing workforce development and legal education. A good primer for working in any state. More
How to get a job in the cannabis industry
To land a cannabis job, you need to be professional, perform well, and know about job responsibilities, rules, and regulations. 5 key things you should be doing if you want to get a job. More
Transferable Skills: 10 Skills That Work Across Industries
You likely already possess many transferable skills employers value, such as organization, communication, relationship building or attention to detail. More
Top Five Transferrable Skills for a Career in Cannabis
If you're going to try to get an entry-level position in a field that doesn't have a massive history when it comes to college education, you'll need to put something on your resume, right? More
Medical marijuana industry jobs to explore
Explore diverse job opportunities in the expanding medical marijuana industry, including customer service, sales, research, management, finance, and executive roles. More
The best time to hire in the cannabis industry
The industry has gained talent insights, and companies now looking for unicorns: talent with experience and skills that bring immediate value for success. More
Reasons to work in cannabis
If you’ve been thinking about a career in cannabis, here is why now is the time to get into the industry. More
Cannabis is the best industry to work in
Even with economic hurdles, cannabis continues to break records as the fastest-growing industry in the US. Find out why. More
The economic benefits of legalizing marijuana
In the effort to decriminalize – and destigmatize – cannabis, states are seeing the financial, social, and medical benefits as the industry continues to mature. More
Career Opportunities, Key Players And Industry Trends
In the effort to decriminalize – and destigmatize – cannabis, states are seeing the financial, social, and medical benefits as the industry continues to mature. More
Walk the DEI talk
The injustices of the past won’t magically right themselves. A group of industry professionals address clear pathways to a support and build an industry with the promise of inclusion of everyone. More
5 steps to building social impact + community connections
Cannabis social responsibility programs aim to provide resources and opportunities for communities impacted by prohibition to participate in the emerging industry. More
Health benefits of cannabis, according to experts
More peer-reviewed clinical research is needed, but a myriad of studies support cannabis as a legitimate and safe therapeutic substance when used properly under expert supervision. More
10 steps to get a cannabis industry job
Explore the growing cannabis industry with diverse job opportunities. Learn how to start your career with Indeed’s10-point guide. More
A guide to cannabis terms
As the industry grows and changes, cannabis terminology is evolving. This guide is by a leader in the industry, Eric Schneider, Managing Director of insurance brokerage and tech platform Alpha Root . More
Tips for landing your dream job
Market your transferable skills, know your goals, and educate yourself about the industry with tips from David Belsky of leading cannabis recruitment agency FlowerHire, More
8 tips for working at a cannabis dispensary
Explore opportunities in the cannabis dispensary sector. Tips for success include product knowledge, legal understanding, and monitoring industry trends. More
How to begin your career in cannabis
Explore diverse opportunities in the expanding cannabis industry. Roles range from budtending and harvesting to web development and marketing. Expert tips to start your cannabis career journey. More
Behavioral interview questions in cannabis
Get a head start on hiring, by mastering behavioral-based interview questions. Showcasing teamwork, client interactions, adaptability, and time management skills helps candidates stand out. More
TALENT IN CANNABIS profile
Tiffany Garcia, Grow Manager at Glass House Farms describes how her career path gave her the skills needed to be successful. More
Leading cannabis news sources
The knowledgeable and committed recruiters at FlowerHire curate the best places to find cannabis news to keep you informed about aspects of the industry. More
TALENT IN CANNABIS profile
An Interview with Brandon Lamkin of Skymint on his journey from agricultural farming to cannabis farm manager. More
How to write a cannabis resume
A carefully considered resume stand out in the sea of job applicants. But writing a resume for the cannabis industry is different than for non-cannabis companies. Learn how to make your resume stand out. More
Which cannabis job is right for you?
With all the different types of jobs in the cannabis industry, how do you know which cannabis job is right for you? More
Finding a new job in the cannabis industry
Beginning work in a new industry is incredibly exciting. Being prepared will help give you an edge – exactly what you need to stand out from the competition. More
MASS talent
An Interview with an operator from the Massachusetts Cannabis Industry – Ulysses Youngblood, Co-Founder and President of Major Bloom. More
Cannabis appellations: what's in a name?
Having cannabis tethered to a specific place will likely augment, amplify, and/or change understandings and orientations around the product. More
Inside the org chart: director of edibles
Talking about a key role: director of edibles. More
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Ongoing Career in Cannabis HR community events are a useful way to keep an eye on trends impacting the cannabis industry. Seeing the industry from the point of view of HR pros can provide important understandings of the current – and future – job landscape. Take a look.