I said it often over at our sister publication TLNT: social media is an extension of the way we build relationships. Sure, it might change a few of the … Read more
5 Reasons Why Traditional Employment Is in Trouble
According to the U.S. Labor Department, 2.1 million people resigned their jobs in February, the most in any month since the start of the Great Recession. … Read more
More Summer Jobs, Internships Predicted
With final exams underway at colleges across the U.S., it’s only a matter of weeks before the first of millions of young Millennials will be out of … Read more
Another Example of Why Managers Miss the Boat on Employee Engagement
Sometimes, I scratch my head at the really dumb things that so many otherwise smart managers decide to do — especially when it comes to the topic of … Read more
Young Workers Need to Up their Quid to Get the Quo
Quid pro quo (from the Latin meaning “this for that”) is a commonly used term in business negotiations. It’s also the foundation of every employer/employee … Read more
10 Compelling Numbers That Reveal the Power of Employee Referrals
I strive to be the world’s most prominent advocate of employee referrals simply because there is no more powerful tool in recruiting. Well-designed … Read more
5 Ways to Beat Google, Apple & Facebook For Gen Y Talent
Generation Y technology talent magnets like Google, Apple, and Facebook are seen to be scooping up the best of the best, without even apparently trying … Read more
Video Interviewing: Is It Time to Make It a Regular Part of Your Tool Kit?
You’ve whittled down your new employee options to just a handful of qualified resumes. Now it’s time to go through those resumes again to select only the … Read more
Recession Fallout in HR: Why Aren’t Hiring Managers Getting the Message?
I have a feeling I’m about to preach to the choir. I can’t tell you how many conversations I’ve had lately with hiring managers who just don’t get it! (I … Read more
Need Any More Proof? Job Referrals Are REALLY Important
You have heard this many times, I’m sure, but it never hurts to hear it again: job referrals are the best source of job candidates and new hires. … Read more