I know many of you are saying to yourselves, “Free resumes? There’s no such thing! There must be some sort of a catch.” Well, I’m … Read more
Background Checking: A Small Price to Pay
If you knew that spending an extra $50 to $100 per hire could potentially save an employee’s life, and save your company millions of dollars in … Read more
Hiring the Best: Step One — First Contact
The underlying theme of each of my ERE articles is the need to collectively consider all aspects of the hiring process when implementing changes. Everyone … Read more
What’s Your Time Worth? Scheduling Automation is Here
A few columns ago I discussed the use of new technologies that could extend the reach of recruiters, lessen the need for staff focused on administrative … Read more
Online Candidates’ Expectations: Content and Tools
Visitors to your corporate careers website are a demanding bunch. They are the ones holding the mouse. To get them to commit to becoming a candidate, you … Read more
Code Words and Hiring: A Bad Mix
When you were growing up, was there anything better than spy movies? Remember when two spies would meet at a caf? in East Berlin, and give the sign and … Read more
The Best College Hires Graduated Two Years Ago
If you need immediate help on a project, don’t hire a recent college grad. Instead, “poach” a college grad from two years ago that a … Read more
Building Dream Jobs for All Your Employees
In my last article, I discussed some of the keys to redefining retention, and how that can help you reduce turnover among your best employees in … Read more
A Memo to Hiring Managers: Some Tips for Better Hiring
You probably only hire a handful of people each year, and the recruiter assigned to your team has always done a reasonable job of getting decent people. … Read more
Does Your Recruiting Strategy Stink? A Quick Checklist
Recruiting is just like any other important business function. If it doesn’t start with a sound plan and strategy, it is destined to wallow in … Read more