For anything to have value it needs to be measurable. In fact, in scientific circles it’s an article of faith that if you can’t measure … Read more
Proactive Recruiting Metrics
A fundamental shift in recruiting values is now taking place inside organizations around the world. At the center of this shift is a focus on more … Read more
Measure What Matters
I just returned from the first of many HR conferences to come this season. At some, one of the main events are panel discussions featuring industry … Read more
Recruiting B Players
We all want the best available talent, but of course we’re not alone. As the market for great talent intensifies, some of the best recruiters will … Read more
On Becoming a Great Recruiter, Part 3
We’re into the third week of our eight-week program on becoming a top 10% recruiter. Aside from reading the two previous articles, there were four … Read more
Seeking Out “Next Practices,” the Next Generation of Best Practices
Many in HR proclaim a desire to be more strategic, yet most doom themselves by not acting any differently than everyone else. A clear indication of this … Read more
What Is Talent, and How Do We Measure It?
Managers ask us to bring them the best talent we can find. We say that quality of hire is our most important metric and that it is tied directly to the … Read more
Metrics for Improving Referral Program Effectiveness
I recommend referrals as the foundation of any excellent recruiting program, followed by employment branding and then recruiting at professional events. … Read more
How to Measure Candidate Quality
Measuring candidate quality is something many companies struggle with. But its importance is obvious: It’s how you can assess the usefulness of your … Read more
5 Tips for Hiring Managers
Dear Hiring Manager: You probably only hire a handful of people each year and your recruiter usually does a reasonable job of getting decent people. Sure, … Read more