Welcome to The Edit, a curation of products, places, people, and playlists that we’re obsessing over each month. Get ready to kickstart your week with joy and discovery.

If you’ve been on any social media platform in the month of August, you’ve probably been flooded with the #SeptemberSurge hashtag and wondering what it is and is it all true? First of all, we’re here to confirm that #SeptemberSurge isn’t a myth and very much the real deal, so employers and job seekers buckle up!

Donovan Dooley was inspired to start The Dooley Foundation in 2021 after seeing firsthand how transformative having mentorship and benefitting from others opening doors for you can change your career trajectory.

Anetra Henry is a dynamic and accomplished public relations and marketing professional currently serving as the Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Institute for Public Relations (IPR). With a passion for strategic messaging and impactful storytelling, she has made significant contributions to the industry throughout her career.

While companies often highlight their commitment to DEI on their websites and promotional materials, it is essential for job seekers to dig deeper and assess the authenticity of these claims. By asking thoughtful questions during the interview process, candidates can gain valuable insights into how a company is truly performing when it comes to DEI initiatives

Project Potluck is working to uplift BIPOC founders within the consumer packaged goods industry by helping People of Color build successful companies and careers. We interviewed Executive Director, Kathleen Casanova on the impact that Project Potluck has made thus far on the community.

We’re sharing the ways in which you can integrate AI into your recruiting process to find the perfect candidate along with our favorite AI powered tools to make your day to day recruiting work more efficient and effective.

This month we are spotlighting AstroKnot Collective. Founded by Baltimore native Neru, Astroknot Collective is a group of young creatives that are pushing boundaries and creating opportunities for inner city youth in the arts.

Meet our latest Monday Muse and Monday Talent’s very own meditation specialist - Angelica Olstad.

In the wake of the murder of George Floyd and in the peak of the Black Lives Matter movement we saw a significant increase in companies prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within their organization. From hiring to marketing initiatives every company was making pivotal changes in how their organization viewed DEI.

Prior to the pandemic, mental health initiatives and benefits may not have been top of mind for employers but in a post-pandemic world, providing a supportive work environment for employees is crucial for attracting new talent and retention. Below we’ve outlined some of the top ways companies can support employee wellbeing and mental health as well as what we’re doing at Monday to empower our employees to feel their best.