Why Didn’t I Get an Interview?
When you’re looking for a job, sending out resume after resume and not hearing anything back is one of the most frustrating experiences for people.
Employer Branding In The Interview – How To WOW
We’ve talked about employer branding in general and in the context of interviews before. But today, I want to talk about the difference between just demonstrating it and blowing the doors off. When you really want to impress a candidate with your employer branding, you need to aim for WOW. So, we are talking going […]
Recruiting Services – Contingency vs. Retained vs. Engaged
Maybe you don’t know there are different types of recruiting services. But, learning the difference and when each works better can make the difference in your hiring results. Some recruiting firms only offer one type of service. So, when you are looking for a hiring partner, you’ll benefit from doing some shopping around. Find not only the […]
Don’t Wait For Perfection When Hiring
When you are hiring are you totally let down by the field of candidates? Do you feel like no one has the exact mix of what you want and need? Can I let you in on a little secret? Perfection doesn’t really exist. It is pretty rare someone would have the exact background, education, natural […]
Demonstrating Your Employer Branding In Interviews
Employer branding is a buzzword that many people might have thought was just a flash in the pan. However, you should be thinking about the impression candidates have of your business. One poorly executed interview could be blasted to thousands of prospective employees in seconds on social media. The more you show your employer branding in […]
How Much Is Your Open Executive Role Costing Your Company?
I have been recruiting in the residential building products industry for 14+ years and I have seen many trends come and go. One thing that never changes in hiring is that open positions notoriously cost more than people think they do. Certainly, there is lost revenue. But, some of the more hidden costs sort of […]
Things To Consider When Selecting Recruiting Firms
Hiring a recruiting firm is not a decision to be taken lightly. Choosing the right headhunter to work with is like choosing the right mate – everything in life gets easier when it is a true match. Let’s set a few things straight before we delve in. First Things First The average cost to hire a […]
Deal Breakers Save Time & Help You Hire Right
I am a big fan of shortcuts and time savers. Working smart and not hard is the smartest thing I think I can do with my time. I’ll try to find the quickest path to my goal & I encourage those around me to as well. In hiring, there are definitely things you can do to […]
How To Evaluate Job Offers
If you are making a career move, the ultimate goal is to be offered a job. A job offer is the official piece of this process. Hiring companies try to spell out the most enticing offer possible. Depending on your situation, you might be ready to accept any offer. This is a terrible idea, but a subject […]
Know Your Number – Prepare For Salary Negotiations
When you ace an interview and are positive a job offer is coming your way, the world is your oyster. You can quickly be disappointed if the salary doesn’t meet your expectations. What do you do when you feel the offer could be better? For starters, don’t decline until you fully evaluate the job offer […]