Leaving the army in early 1965, I returned to an entry level assignment in the (battle)field of civil rights in Paterson, New Jersey. This was about the … Read more
A New Twist On An Old Threat – The Third Party Counteroffer
While we are all familiar with the standard counteroffer given by a candidate’s current employer, I think less are familiar with the concept of a … Read more
Diversity In Recruiting
Writing on leadership has forced me to select, describe and list the qualities of the two best leaders I have experienced in my careers. This month we will … Read more
Diversity in Recruiting – Leadership
On a November night years ago, troops of the 101st Airborne Division were bivouacked in a remote US location. Most of the soldiers did not have winter gear … Read more
Diversity in Recruiting: How to Check a Company’s Diversity
Every now and again something happens which reinforces your values and motivates you to keep on keeping on. I had this experience the week after Easter in … Read more
All’s Hell That Ends in Email
Frank Candy, a prominent speaker and lecturer whom has spoken at hundreds of Fortune corporate events says it best: “Whether you’re selling … Read more
Diversity In Recruiting – Returning Veterans
“A man (or woman) who is good enough to shed his blood for this country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards. More than that no man is … Read more
Diversity In Recruiting – Equality and the older worker
The client reacted very positively to your candidate’s resume and then queried you in depth about your assessment of the candidate. “How did … Read more
Are You Ugly?
article by Dr. John Sullivan & Master Burnett It should come as no surprise that when candidates are deciding whether or not to accept a job … Read more
Indirect Recruiting – It’s All About Their Comfort Zone
Over the last month, I have been contacted by several Recruiters who are utilizing the indirect recruiting approach to gaining referrals. Each of them … Read more