Lately, I have been alternating columns between internal and external recruiting issues. I’m sure I frustrate many recruiters because I don’t … Read more
Hardball Recruiting, Part 2: Addressing Mid-stage Concerns
[Note: It’s time for another instant conference. We’ll discuss hardball recruiting tactics and answer your important questions. The conference … Read more
Hardball Recruiting: Getting Back to Basics
Now that recruiters have to recruit again, it’s worthwhile dusting off the old recruiter training manual and getting back to basics. To maximize … Read more
Causation? Correlation? Why You Should Care
Sometimes people blow off things they don’t know. Confusing correlation with causation is a prime example. You might be thinking, so what? So … Read more
The Hidden Secret to Better Recruiting
[Note: Now that the hiring boom has finally arrived, I’ll use the next few articles to address important one-on-one recruiter skills. We’ll … Read more
Reflections on the EEOC’s Definition of Online Job Applicant
After a long wait, a U.S. government commission comprised of representatives from the EEOC, the DOL, the DOJ, and the OPM has finally released its … Read more
Using the One-Question Interview to Recruit Top People, Assess Potential, and More
[Note: This is a rather technical article on how to improve your interviewing and recruiting skills. This information will be important to recruiters who … Read more
Candidate Leadership In The Qualifying Call
The false notion of candidate control damages the performance of most recruiters in the qualifying call. Candidate control is a myth. Candidate Leadership … Read more
Stud Or Dud: What Defines A Strong Candidate?
How many times has your heart been broken by a candidate that looked good at first and then fizzled as the interview process got rolling? The following … Read more
Measuring Quality of Hire: Good Idea?
Some things don’t need explanation: don’t touch the stove, always wash your hands after going to the bathroom, and don’t eat a garlic … Read more