LinkedIn is one of the largest sources of human capital data in the world. According to SourceCon’s 2014 Sourcing Survey: – 82% of sourcers and … Read more
HPW Summit Update: Great Speakers AND Strategic HRCI Credits, Too
There are lots of good reasons to attend TLNT’s High Performance Workforce Summit May 6-7 in Atlanta, but just in case great speakers with great … Read more
The 12-Month, Pro-Rated Candidate Guarantee
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