By Eric B. Meyer Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in EEOC v. Abercrombie & Fitch Stores, Inc. In Abercrombie, the company did not … Read more
What’s the State of Recruiting Today? Take Our Survey and Help Us Find Out
Last year, we discovered recruiters prefer talent acquisition to most any other name. We learned that recruiting quality prospects was harder in 2014, even … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: You Need to Recruit Before You Need to Hire
I guess it’s just plain human nature to not take action until it’s absolutely required. I say that because few business owners or hiring managers look for … Read more
The New Hiring Mantra: Finding Candidates With Great Cultural “Fit”
Editor’s Note: Readers sometimes ask about past TLNT articles, so every Friday we republish a Classic TLNT post. On average, people spend nine (9) hours of … Read more
Rejection Letter Dos and Don’ts: How to Treat People With a Little Decency
A number of years ago I got rejected for a job. I know, I know, you are probably as surprised as I was. The funny part is, I got the hard copy, snail mail … Read more
You Shouldn’t Ignore Criminal Records When Checking Candidates
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
How to Find the Best Passive (or Not Looking) Job Candidates
Last week, I discussed why using the term “passive candidate” or “passive job seeker” was inappropriate and I proposed a more accurate name — … Read more
Low-Balling a Candidate: Worth a Pat on the Back, or a Boot in the Butt?
Picture the scene: Your company is seeking to employ a Department Manager, and the leading candidate is currently “in transition.” Human Resources has … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: Whatever You Do, Don’t Treat Your Employees Equally
The Container Store believes: 3 bad employees = 1 OK employee; 3 OK employees = 1 good employee; 3 good employees = 1 great employee. And, as you know, it … Read more
What Happens When You Interviewed Dr. Jekyll, But Hired Mr. Hyde?
Joe Smith (not his real name) is interviewing for a sales representative position with XYZ Manufacturing Company. They ask him questions about his … Read more