what can be learned from this classmate's story?: Situation: In April 2022, I was hired as the Recruiting Manager at The Grove Resort & Water Park, a position that presented both a tremendous opportunity and a significant challenge. Spire Hospitality had just acquired the resort, and many team members, especially in housekeeping, were concerned about job security, leading to high turnover. With no previous experience in recruiting or hiring, I was tasked with filling 82 positions across various departments. The resort needed to be fully staffed within six months, and employees were nervous about the possibility of being let go during the acquisition. This situation was particularly sensitive for the housekeeping team, as they feared for their jobs. Obstacle: I had no experience in recruiting or hiring on such a large scale. I had to quickly learn how to navigate the complexities of recruitment while managing the concerns of current employees. Additionally, the timing was criticalstaffing had to be completed in just six months, and the resort was already operating with a skeleton crew. The pressure was immense, and I needed to quickly develop a strategy to meet the resort's operational needs while alleviating the fears of the existing team. Action: Despite my lack of experience, I embraced the challenge head-on. I began by researching recruitment best practices, learning about labor laws, and attending webinars to quickly develop the skills necessary to lead the hiring