With growing frequency, companies are telling recruiters that they will not honor our referrals because “they already exist in our Monster.com … Read more
Learning from Your Mistakes
There are two ways to look at the world: the benevolent way or the malevolent way. People with a malevolent or negative worldview take a victim stance, … Read more
Diversity in Recruiting: How to Check a Company’s Diversity
Every now and again something happens which reinforces your values and motivates you to keep on keeping on. I had this experience the week after Easter in … Read more
All’s Hell That Ends in Email
Frank Candy, a prominent speaker and lecturer whom has spoken at hundreds of Fortune corporate events says it best: “Whether you’re selling … Read more
Candidates or Finalists: A Reflection on Your Process
Carefully consider your response to the following question because it will serve as “a reflection on your process.” In dealing with your … Read more
The Myth of the Passive Candidate
I don’t like to be difficult, I really don’t, but following the mMove to Trashanagement philosophy of the month can be tiring. From the guy who … Read more
Are Passive Candidates Becoming More Passive?
John Sullivan’s great article on innovative sourcing ideas should be read by everyone in recruiting. The essence: You need to be super creative to … Read more
Difficult Hiring Equals Lower Turnover?
A few days ago, I read a Q & A article that frosted my pumpkin (and I have a big pumpkin)! It went something like this (paraphrased): Unbelievable … Read more
Virtual College Recruiting, Part 2
Note: Please take the short survey on recruiting trends from my recent article. The whole process will take you less than 10 minutes, and I will report on … Read more
Measuring Recruiters on Quality of Hire
Cost per hire, the most commonly measured statistic in recruiting, has some unintended consequences. In many cases, it contributes to a perception of … Read more