The first day at a new job can make or break a leader’s success. Much like a student walking into a new classroom, a new executive notices every detail: the workspace, the introductions, the schedule, and the support they receive. This first day sets the tone for everything that follows. 

For the 4th time, ColoradoBiz Magazine has named Z3Talent the #1 Recruiting Firm in Colorado! We are honored by the recognition and grateful to everyone who supported us.

Thank you to those who attended our Executive Connection event this past Wednesday at Cherry Hills Country Club. We appreciated the energy, conversations, and connections made throughout the evening.

This week I attended two very different events - one at Cherry Hills Country Club and the other at the Arapahoe County Fair for the annual "Boots Not Suits" gathering. Let’s just say the dress code (and flooring) varied a bit.

The first quarter was one of the busiest we’ve seen in a long time. Then, almost overnight, things slowed down significantly. Like many firms in our space, we felt it. The good news: momentum is picking back up.

We were recently featured on Hunt Scanlon Media for our piece, "Five Years Later," which explores how the business and leadership landscape has evolved in the five years since COVID. In this interview, I reflect on the pivotal moments we've experienced alongside our clients and how we continue to help shape resilient leadership in today’s post-pandemic world.

Mother’s Day is more than a calendar date. It’s a reminder of the quiet leadership that mothers show every single day — the kind that rarely makes headlines but shapes lives in the most profound ways. This year, I’m thinking about the incredible women who not only keep families together but also pursue their own careers, passions, and ambitions. One of those women I want to take a moment to honor is my wife, Dr. Sheryl Ziegler.

Five years ago this week, the world came to a sudden halt. March 16, 2020—the day Denver issued its stay-at-home order, marking the beginning of a global shutdown that reshaped business, leadership, and the way companies operate.

As we wrap up the first quarter of 2025, we wanted to share a quick update on what we have been working on at Z3. It has been a busy start to the year.

Taking a full week away from technology and daily distractions feels nearly impossible. But that’s exactly what I did at the Hoffman Institute during the first week of January, and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary.

Kendrick Lamar's performance: a masterclass in branding and engagement.

Level Up Your Life Follow-up Video

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As we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on a remarkable year at Z3Talent.