Hiring Too Quickly
One of my clients takes a one-and-done approach to hiring. They meet one of my recommended candidates for about 30 minutes, and later that day we get an offer for the candidate. Great, right? If … Continued
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Thank You Centennial College!
Thanks Steve Bishop for asking me to speak to the Transportation Economics class last week. My search firm rarely has opportunities that are suitable for new graduates, but I hope some of the information shared … Continued
MATCHMAKER, MATCHMAKER …
Posted in InsideLogistics Magazine, April 2021 https://www.insidelogistics.ca/opinions/matchmaker-matchmaker/ The supply chain job market in Canada is hot. Supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have brought a new awareness of supply chain, causing many companies … Continued
Building Trust … ?
Posted on LinkedIn: March 29, 2021 My client was all set to meet my candidate. Both on paper and in previous interviews, we seemed to have a great match. But something felt wrong. In previous … Continued
Let the Interviewer Lead
“How did my candidate do in the interview?” I asked. “I think his experience may be good,” replied the hiring manager. “But I couldn’t tell if he’s really what we need in this role. He … Continued
The Money Question
“Hey, you’re a recruiter, right?” “Yes,” I said, wondering what was coming next. “I have an interview tomorrow,” said my friend. “How do I answer the money question?” “Try this,” I told her: “I’m currently … Continued
Taking Interview Questions Too Literally?
There are many interview questions that can be confusing if you take them too literally. Here are a few examples: What is your most recent example of conflict resolution? What was the biggest problem you … Continued
Show the Scope and Scale
It’s a competitive job market, particularly post-COVID, so many recruiters spend only seconds screening a resume. If we don’t see a match quickly, we must move on to the next application. If you want your … Continued
Stop spamming your resume!
Resume spamming means submitting resumes to job postings before reading the job description, location, hours of work, or required qualifications. Job boards make it easy to click the “apply” button, and it feels productive. You … Continued
What’s Your Five Year Goal?
This common interview question proves difficult for many job seekers. It can be particularly difficult for those who are still trying to figure out what they want in a career. The Wrong Answers There may … Continued