The scenario may seem familiar, whether through a real life experience or something you saw on TV. You interview a candidate and it appears as if they … Read more
Do Recruiters Still Care About the Candidate Relationship?
Back in the day, while working at my first job out of school, I became bored. Shocker for a young person, right? I made the decision that since I had one … Read more
Should It Be Candidates First, Employees Second and Customers Third?
The candidate experience is a growing priority. Between 2013 and 2014, organizations increased their amount of focus on building strong relationships with … Read more
A Candidate Bill of Rights? Good HR Pros Can Handle Applicants Right
Back in November 2010, Monster.com asked me to write a post on a hot topic at that time — a “Candidate Bill of Rights.” Needless to say, I’m … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: Yes, Active Applicants Are Better Than Passive Candidates
Most active job applicants either don’t have a job because of something out of their control (like layoffs or mergers) or they are still working, but are … Read more
Are Recruiters and Candidates From Different Planets?
Recruiters, you’ve probably experienced this: You say one thing, candidates hear another. You say you’ll be in touch, and candidates take that as a sign … Read more
Here’s What Happens When Candidates Go From Passive to Active
Yes, you do it, too. Don’t deny it. When you’re gainfully employed, happily or not so, and you actually make the time to update your LinkedIn profile, for … Read more
How to Avoid Job Candidates Who Are “Just Not That Into You”
Have you ever come across a candidate who you thought was “just not that into you?” Maybe the candidate was not into your organization or the job, but it … Read more
The No. 1 Reason That You Just Can’t Find Talent Right Now
There’s one big reason you can’t find talent right now. You’ll see it in the chart right after the jump. Simple economics plays a huge role in your … Read more
Why You Shouldn’t Let Go of Your Second Choice Candidates
Nearly every hiring manager can think of the one who got away. Think back to a time when you were hiring for an open position and had an excellent pool of … Read more