The old saying goes, “Those who refuse to learn the lessons of the past are doomed to repeat them.” In HR/staffing, it appears we are that … Read more
Why Candidates Reject Offers (And How To Put a Stop It)
Managers and recruiters are too tolerant when a candidate rejects an offer. It’s typical for managers to blame the recruiter, the compensation … Read more
Best-In-Class Hiring, Part 1
Hire the best! Put people with the right skills in the right jobs! Reduce turnover by increasing job satisfaction! Reduce hiring mistakes using one best … Read more
Do You Have Any More Candidates?
“Do you have any more candidates?” That question is a recruiter’s worst nightmare?? especially when it comes after you’ve already … Read more
The Ubiquity of Skills Demand
New principles of human capital have emerged from the combination of technology and the new economy. To lead in any economic environment, both HR … Read more
Saving Your Butt and “Wowing” Your Managers
If you currently have a job as a recruiter, this is certainly not the time to rest on your laurels. With the downturn in the economy, every VP of HR is … Read more
Staffing Survival Guide(lines)
An ERE article last month by Michael McNeil (OFCCP: Friend or Foe?) stimulated a few thoughts about “applicants” and OFCCP audits. Michael … Read more
Toward a New Beginning
We are well into the new year now, and incontrovertibly into the new millennium. Things are looking a little brighter from my window on the world. … Read more
Would Your Recruiting Process Screen Out Thomas Edison?
Not so long ago, in a galaxy not all that far away: Recruiter: “Ah, Mr. Edison, sorry I missed your other calls and messages. We’ve been having … Read more
Tips On Getting a Job as a Recruiter
It’s no secret that, with the downturn in the economy, almost every firm has reduced its hiring. As a result, there is a decreased need for … Read more