In spite of being among the most critical hiring tools in the recruiter’s toolbox, validation remains largely misunderstood and unappreciated. … Read more

It’s not who you know or what you know that makes you an effective recruiter. Though those things are pluses and will increase the odds that … Read more

In this current economic valley ó typified by a rise in the number of candidates and a decrease in the number of jobs ó the way that … Read more

So you’ve decided to add screening to your online hiring process? Congratulations! I always say that the first step is half the distance to the … Read more

I had finished the day’s work and decided to head of the store, before the weekend rush, for cookout supplies for Memorial Day. At the entrance to … Read more

Are you ready for the upcoming recovery? If your primary sourcing technique is to find active candidates through ads, you may soon find this tactic is … Read more

Government agencies, non-profit organizations, and universities are facing a staffing crunch. Many are having difficulty attracting MBAs, IT specialists, … Read more

RECEPTIONIST: XYZ Corporation, can I help direct your call? CALLER: Yes, I’d like to speak to someone in staffing/recruitment please. RECEPTIONIST: … Read more

We all acknowledge the fact that for the past few years we have been fighting a war for talent. While the war may have subsided as the economy retrenched, … Read more