At the risk of sounding naïve, but having been in this business through three recessions, there is daylight at the end of the tunnel and for once, in my … Read more
In Sync: Support Clients Through Economic Changes
In an attempt to stay afloat in this shaky economy, many businesses are taking a close look at their operating processes, reevaluating their hiring needs, … Read more
The Four Rules for Successful Recruiting in a Recession, Part 2
In yesterday’s part 1 of this article, I explained the first two rules to follow in a tough, tough marketplace. After all, when dealing with client … Read more
Reports Say: Fewer Openings, Longer Job Searches
Two labor-related reports this week offer no evidence that the recession Wall Street believes is over really is, at least so far as workers are concerned. … Read more
Mom-Approved Client Development
Get to know these companies — they’re among the 100 best companies for working mothers. Pretty important information for survival as a … Read more
Don’t Fret Over The Recession, Embrace It!
Now is the time. Let me repeat that. Now is the time! Now is the time to capitalize on a career-changing moment. This truly is (and has been for nearly a … Read more
Confidence Spike in Executive Employment?
The latest ExecuNet Recruiter Confidence Index shows an increasing number of executive recruiters expect job growth at the top of the employment market to … Read more
2009 Recruiter Economic Survey with Barb Bruno Commentary
Is the economy rebounding? Friday’s latest jobs report shows the July unemployment at 9.4%, down from 9.5% in June. American employers cut just … Read more
The Toughest Objection of Them All
If you are like most sales and recruiting professionals in the staffing industry, you’re probably frustrated hearing your prospects and customers tell … Read more
663,000 Jobs Lost in March
The nation’s unemployment rate rose from 8.1% to 8.5% in March. Since the recession began in December 2007, 5.1 million jobs have been lost, with … Read more