Editor’s note: The following is an Ask Barb classic. Dear Barb: You once referred to an extended guarantee, can you elaborate on that for me. We have … Read more
Python, Java, C++ Top Three Popular Programming Languages for 2015 per #CodeEval by @SteveRath
CodeEval (www.hirevue.com) released their list of Most Popular Programming Languages of 2015. Each year they publish data on the “Most Popular Coding … Read more
Startup Spotlight: Quiz and Stack-Rank Candidates in Your Talent Pool With Trommelo
This week, the Startup Spotlight shines on Robert Cate of Trommelo. Should your startup be profiled? Send me a message. What is your background? I … Read more
Monster’s Strategy: ‘All the People, All the Jobs’
After a so-so end to a so-so year, Monster executives are pinning their hopes for a company makeover on a lineup of new products, some to be introduced in … Read more
Balancing Multiple Reqs With Multiple Hiring Managers
If you work in an organization as large as mine, you are probably used to carrying a heavy requisition load. It is the awesome and busy world of corporate … Read more
Bullhorn Survey: Agency Growth May Be Slowing After Strong 2014
Independent recruiting firms of all types and size had a good 2014 and 9 out of 10 of them expect an even better year in 2015. On average, 77% of the firms … Read more
My Candidate Said ‘Yes’ Then ‘No.’ Is My Fee Gone?
Hi Jeff, I’ve been reading The Fordyce Letter for over a decade and thoroughly appreciate your unique insight, recommendations to readers, and … Read more
How to Source Candidates With Datanyze Insider by @Megan_Calimbas
Datanyze Insider is an all-in-one browser extension meant for sales prospecting; however I’ve found it to be a great (and free) productivity tool for … Read more
Why Should You Attend the HPW Summit? Great Speakers, Great Titles, Great Insights
Building a high performance workforce isn’t easy, or for the faint of heart. That’s because building and maintaining a high performance … Read more
Temp Agencies Shed Jobs As Economy Gains Jobs, Grows Wages
Temp agencies cut jobs January, shedding 4,100 workers even as the overall economy added 257,000 new jobs, handily beating economists’ predictions … Read more