Job seekers are people. People get distracted. So, you have to ask yourself: “Are my recruitment marketing materials attracting and engaging job seekers”? … Read more
When Your Chrome Extensions Ghost You
Over the last few years, I have had the opportunity to teach recruiters how to use Chrome extensions to help find contact information, highlight keywords, … Read more
Stop Seeking Approval
“You don’t need other people to validate you; you are already VALUABLE.” Often we try to show those we work with that we want to be liked and accepted. We … Read more
Recruiters Can Do Better Responding to Candidates
Reflecting on the past nine years, I have been in the recruiting industry, calls to mind my first experience with a recruiter. I had just finished two … Read more
Celebrate Your Teammates’ Success
As you will find, there are mental and philosophical benefits when we support our colleagues to be their best. Do you remember when a colleague was … Read more
This Is What I Want to Know About a Job Candidate
If you’re reading this article right now, I’m guessing you’re the type of person who likes to consume anything you can get your hands on about TA. Anything … Read more
Don’t Jump to Conclusions – Next Resume, Please
As recruiters, we are conditioned to look for one major thing on a resume: job-hopping. “This person has had a new job every two years. If we hire them, … Read more
Imperfection – Let Yourself Be
Do me a favor and read this quote out load: “You’re imperfect, and you’re wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.” ~Brene Brown We … Read more
Sourcing for Engineers
Sometimes, candidates will apply for a position at the agency where I work because they see that we recruit for engineering, but we recruit for the … Read more
Keeping Your Passion Alive
No matter what or who you’re involved in, it’s tough to keep the fires of passion burning. There’s no problem burning the midnight oil while you perfect … Read more