Oh. My Gosh. Becky. It’s a New Year! I get pretty excited about the New Year, mostly because it means NEW (Hint: it’s in the name). Here in the middle of the United States, we had new snow, which only underscored the illusion of a clean slate. Let’s talk about NEW. New Stuff In 2017,…
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How To Source Strategically [3 Layers]
A lot of people ask me about making their Internet search efforts more strategic. It is so easy to access information online that it can be tempting to start sourcing for candidates without much focus, get some results but never really maximize your activity. Too much process can be limiting when sourcing – part of…
Much as the title suggests, my colleagues (and unfortunately myself during my time as a headhunter) were as great a source of amusement to my customers, so here is a collection of our best and worst moments – mostly our worst. No names are mentioned, but you know who you are…. Porn in the airport:…
As a new year begins, it is always best to create some resolutions. Why not start networking? Starting out as a networker can be a daunting experience, but here are 9 key principles to remember: Change your mindset – you network and make connections all the time, so stop feeling afraid of networking and get on with…
The job interview might be the only thing left between you and the position of your dreams. Even when you’re the most qualified candidate with references galore, a poor interview performance can leave a lousy impression on a potential employer. Yet, you can avoid nearly all interview mishaps if you prepare the right way for…
The biggest cause of placements going wrong is the recruiter making assumptions. Assumptions that are flawed. Information is what drives success in recruitment. And that is why our industry will never die. Because the craft of managing the process still determines whether a candidates is offered and, crucially, accepts a job. Successful recruitment is not…
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How has the Job Hunt Changed?
This infographic, courtesy of CareerBuilder, shows how the job hunt has changed. Are today’s workers “always searching and always learning”? Takeaways: Profile of a job candidate – 69% of workers say searching for a new job is part of their “regular routine”. Generational difference – More people are looking for jobs and are willing to…
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5 Ways to Keep Loving Your Job
Throughout your career journey, there are likely to be plenty of stops along the way. While you may not have your dream job just yet, today’s lagging economy means there are still plenty of reasons to be appreciative of the job you do have! In 2014, make a resolution to take significant steps to love…
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The Secret to a Successful Interview
How many times have you been to an interview for a job you were perfect for, you had exceeded all the qualifications, the person seemed to like you, and things seemed to go perfectly…but then you called or emailed to follow up and got the dreaded “We went with another candidate” response? Your resume was perfect, you looked…