Worst resume I have ever seen Inc Magazine asked HR Professionals in Twitter World today to see the worst resume we have seen. I am not a resume writer. I refer that area of business out. But I see many resumes throughout the day. Often I see hundreds and hundreds of resumes. I have seen resumes…
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Most Interesting Reference Yet (less about recruiting and more about name dropping)
Most Interesting Reference Yet (less about recruiting and more about name dropping) You probably remember from my first blog about the importance of references. Just to review, I always ask for 3 professional references. I call all three. When a reference calls me back fairly quickly I make a note. This says something about the candidate.…
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The use of Assessments in the Recruiting Process
The use of Assessments in the Recruiting Process There is an important role for assessments in the recruiting process. But it should not be used to replace any step of a good recruiting process. I have seen employers who use assessments but they do not speak with references (see my previous blog on the importance…
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Interview Tips
Interview Tips There are many places to go to search for tips for the interviewees; But as an interviewer, the hiring manager or the boss, where do you go. Look no further! Here are a few tips that are helpful to keep in mind before you begin the interview process. 1. Confirm the interview in…
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Why are References so Important?
Why are References so Important? If I had a nickel for everyone who told me that checking references was a waste of time because a candidate would never submit as a reference someone who did not like them....I'd be, well, not rich but I would have a lot of nickels! (more…)
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