Social networks are so hyped right now among recruiters that it is hard to separate their real value and purpose from often overblown marketing promises. … Read more
Social Recruiting and Universal Truths
I’m so excited to chair the upcoming #socialrecruiting summit. If you are like me, you are telling your friends and colleagues about the upcoming event in … Read more
Being on the Cutting Edge Can Be Challenging
This is the second of a series of three articles discussing Microsoft’s approach building pipelines and talent communities. The articles are entitled: … Read more
Being on the Cutting Edge Can Be Rewarding
This is the first of a series of three articles discussing Microsoft’s approach to building pipelines and talent communities. The articles are entitled: … Read more
Six iPhone Apps for Recruiters
I have not always been a cell phone technology enthusiast. Until my last phone — the world’s smallest brick — refused to charge. This … Read more
Sourcing Insight: Control Freaks Hate Community
Control freaks hate community. And most recruiters are control freaks. Ergo, recruiters hate community. Perhaps my deduction is a little harsh (and … Read more
Social Media: A Primer
There is a lot of confusion and uncertainty about social networking and its role in recruiting. Conferences and seminars are everywhere. ERE recently held … Read more
Make a Contact, Find a Job and Get a Pair of Jeans
Talk about win-win. There’s a job networking event tonight in San Francisco where everyone comes away with at least a new pair of designer jeans. !IT … Read more
Twitter for Recruiters: Value Your Tweets, Part 2
Yesterday in part 1 of this article, I discussed the best ways recruiters can immerse themselves in Twitter — from what to say, to how often, to what … Read more
Twitter for Recruiters: Value Your Tweets, Part 1
I was having a conversation the other day with a recruiter colleague of mine and he was asking me about Twitter. He hasn’t used the service yet, but … Read more