In 1989, 56 percent of the 16- to 19-year-olds in America were actively participating in the workforce. This meant that an employer hiring a young person … Read more
It’s Time to Blow Up Time to Hire
The foundation of recruiting performance has been built historically on three core business metrics: 1) Cost Per Hire = Can you recruit and do it with … Read more
Religion at Work: The Perils of Requiring “Christian Only” Hires
By Eric B.Meyer I’m a firm believer that discussing religion (or politics) at work is a recipe for disaster. On this blog; however, if it’s … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: 4 Things to Consider When You’re Ready to Hire
When you make the final hire/don’t hire decision, there are four (4) important things to consider: The results of testing should count for 30 percent; The … Read more
The Strategic Recruiting of Purple Squirrels, Innovators, and Gamechangers
There is no more valuable recruit than a “Purple Squirrel.” In fact, a single Purple Squirrel recruit may be more impactful than all of your … Read more
Stop Doing Searches Over and Make Twice as Many Placements
From what I’ve seen over the past 15 years, working with recruiting teams around the world, it’s apparent that too much time is spent on doing searches … Read more
5 Steps to a Successful Recruiting Presentation
In the world of sales, there is a high correlation between presentation skills and sales success. Great salespeople work to hone their communication skills … Read more
Interview Like a Kid, Hire Like a Grown-up
Preparing for an in-person interview can be one of the most nerve-wracking experiences throughout the hiring process. And interview nerves aren’t just … Read more
Manpower Survey Says That U.S. Hiring is Expected to Inch Up in Q3
Hiring confidence among U.S. employers continues to inch up as all states, regions and industries surveyed report a positive Net Employment Outlook, … Read more
Spokeo Paying $800,000 in Government Settlement
Spokeo, a website full of data on consumers — job candidates — is paying $800,000 to settle U.S. Federal Trade Commission charges about the way … Read more