Dear Barb: I’d like your opinion on the perfect size for a blended firm. I’ve downsized to myself working the clients and two recruiters working candidates … Read more
Real Reference Checks Require These 8 Steps
A few days ago I received a call from a business owner conducting a reference check on a former co-worker of mine. She kept me on the phone for nearly a … Read more
The Power of Social and Mobile in Campus Recruiting
At colleges across the country, students are learning the skills and knowledge that will prepare them for the start of their careers. Rather than waiting … Read more
Anonymous Employer Reviews — Opportunity or Threat?
Exactly three years ago employment-branding expert Dr. John Sullivan published the insightful: “Your Employer Brand is No Longer Owned by Your Firm” and … Read more
Collaborative Partnerships: Moving Beyond Sourcing Overload
Technology and process innovations in the last two decades have transformed the way organizations find, filter and assess candidates. We’ve borne witness … Read more
Don’t Miss the Psychic Jobs at the End of This Roundup
We have finally found the reason why the American economy has been able to do so much with so few employees. Before we explain the roots of this high … Read more
IT Pay Raises To Be Almost Twice National Average
Salaries for tech workers in the U.S. will rise almost twice the national average in 2013 — some will increase even more, up to 12 percent — a symptom of … Read more
4 Things to Know About Hiring Retirees for Contingent Roles
To acquire talent without the risks associated with full-time employees, organizations are using contingent workforce management expertise to engage with … Read more
4 Things to Make Sure Your Boss Knows About Employer Branding (the 5th Is Optional)
Employer branding is the new black. According to George Anders’ recent article on Forbes.com, LinkedIn is spreading the word about the significance … Read more
Assessing Whether You Have an Elite Strategic Recruiting Function — a Checklist
Corporate recruiting is a field where there are distinct and measurable differences between the average and elite functions. In short, what that means is … Read more