I recently watched my daughter apply for a position and was surprised by how much of the interview process happened via text. And why not? So much of our communication happens this way! Texting is quick and it’s convenient. And the numbers speak for themselves! According to Pew Research, 97% of Americans are using texting …
And then I realized the recruiter has probably friended a LOT of people! If you’re thinking of using social media to find and secure great talent, you’re not alone! If done well, it can create a solid return on investment. You might want to consider the following when starting your campaign: Who is your audience? …
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Are we now a “work from home” economy? Incredibly 42% of the U.S. labor force is now working from home full-time! (Stanford News June 2020) What has this done to our labor force and how is everyone holding up? One of the biggest concern’s companies have is the productivity of their “at home” employees. The …
I love a good tattoo. But not everyone likes them or wants to see them! Whether you like it or not, recruiters and employers are reviewing your social networking sites and performing Google searches to screen candidates and evaluate their Digital Tattoos. I recently had a conversation with my 17-year-old about the importance of making …
There have been a lot of changes! Changes in how we work and where we work. Everything is different! Businesses are re-evaluating their business models and making some pretty significant transformations. So how do people not only survive, but thrive when everything they know is turned upside down? I don’t have any magic answers but …
There is a lot of technology to take advantage of when you are looking for talent! There is definitely no shortage of websites to post your positions. I lost count long ago! It seems like there is a site for every niche profession! But the fact is, even with record unemployment, it is still difficult …
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Working at home has its privileges: better coffee, my dog by my side and the lack of political conversation! With the 2020 election around the corner, it might be a good time to review some dos and don’ts of politics at work. Play Nice – One of the most beautiful things about our country is …
For the last 15 years, I have worked with clients to help them secure talent for their businesses. The primary source for securing these applicants was (and still is) radio. So, how do you make your radio recruitment efforts succeed? Following are some tips for improving your results when you are using radio to recruit …
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Unemployment in the state of Wisconsin is at an all-time high. The market is flooded with people looking for work. So, how do you find the perfect position and stand out in the crowd. It’s not easy. It takes perseverance and a plan. Do your research There are businesses who are currently hiring. A quick …
3 Easy Steps: You got the call and they want to talk to you! You know you are perfect for the position. But, you’ve never done a virtual Interview. If they want to meet “in person”, what do you do? Rest easy friend. While there are some differences, in many ways, interviewing is all the …
