Meet Me for Coffee
Meet Me for Coffee features some of the logistics industry's brightest minds in a free-flowing, conversational style, live virtual meeting over coffee.Samantha Jones, a new and passionate voice in the industry, hosts the show. She is joined by guests who share valuable insights as to how to navigate the current and future freight markets.
Meet Me for Coffee
Ep. 64 - A Conversation with Blake Collins
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Our host Samantha Jones is back with live shows after her maternity break, and this month, we’re diving into one of the biggest questions facing business leaders in 2026: the labor market.
Jobs data has been front and center for economists, the Fed, and executives alike. But what does it actually mean for your business, your hiring plans, or your career?
To break it down, Samantha is joined by Blake Collins for a real-world conversation on what’s happening inside today’s job market. They’ll cover hiring and job search trends so far in 2026, what startups and investors are signaling, whether companies are leaning into bold growth plans or playing it safe, and how to avoid costly hiring mistakes this year.
Whether you’re leading a company, recruiting talent, considering a new hire, or exploring your next move, this episode will give you a clearer perspective on how businesses are navigating talent and growth right now.
Drop your questions in the comments or bring them to the live show, and come grab a coffee with us.