As you may have read about or seen on TV, I recently rejected someone’s job application via AngelList’s Talent Platform. As an independent recruiter … Read more
A Contrarian Perspective on Hiring for ‘Fit’
Many industries today are accelerating their focus on innovation to capture opportunities in ever-changing markets. CHROs and recruitment leaders are being … Read more
What Makes a Top Sales Performer? 4 Insights From Analyzing 1,000 Top Sales Performers
It’s well-known that top performers disproportionately contribute to company revenue – up to four times more compared to the average. When it comes … Read more
3 Rules of Thumb for Screening Candidates Without Crossing the Line
Bringing in the best talent possible isn’t just about finding candidates who look the best on paper. To make sure they’re truly a fit for your … Read more
4 Questions You Need to Ask Before You Hire Someone Who Just Got Fired
It’s tough to find the perfect candidate for any job. You need to make sure the skill set is a match, and the company culture is a fit. You want someone … Read more
The Recruiting/HR Glitterati Descend on LA for eHarmony Launch
I know, I know: you’ve heard this one before. There’s been a missed deadline, or two, or three, or more, but eHarmony is actually … Read more
Questions You’re Probably Not Asking on a Career Gap Resume
Many people go through a stage in their career when they take a break. There can be a number of different reasons for this, including traveling, bringing … Read more
6 Trends That Will Change How You Recruit In 2016
As the scales of the labor market in 2016 tip further in favor of candidates, recruiters will be forced to search for more innovative ways of sourcing … Read more
Want Top-performing Hires? Learning Ability May Be The No. 1 Predictor
Everyone involved in corporate recruiting knows that hiring managers value education because we routinely use it as an absolute requirement to screen in or … Read more
Why Grit Should Matter More Than Grades
Over the last few years, edtech and the use of big data has had a significant impact on the K-12 classroom, with leaders like AltSchool progressing toward … Read more