I want to take a moment to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year. I know for me, I have so many things to be thankful for this year. I’m thankful for our clients and field employees and staff. I’m thankful for our partners and vendors who provide us with good advice …
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I'm Thankful to Be a Recruiter
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on the many, many things for which we are grateful. It was in that spirit that the following question was recently posted on our company intranet: Why are you thankful to be a recruiter? The answers were as interesting as the people who shared them. …
Have Questions About the Affordable Care Act (ACA)? We Have Some Answers
by JoAnn Xydis There are a lot of questions swirling around as the Affordable Care Act, sometimes referred to as “ObamaCare”, continues to be phased in. There are important changes coming that will affect most Americans so it’s important to be informed. The Requirement to Buy Health Insurance, or Pay a Fine. Beginning in 2014, …
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Is Your Online Presence Turning Top Candidates Away?
Much has been written about the importance of a job seeker’s online presence — but what about the online presence of employers who are seeking to hire top candidates? An organization’s online presence serves several essential purposes. One of them is presenting the company in its best possible light to customers or clients; another is …
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Evaluate Candidates with Your Company Culture in Mind
When you’re evaluating job candidates, your first consideration is typically the job-specific skills they bring to the position and when you’ve found a candidate with great skills and experience, it’s tempting to stop there. However, recruiting and retaining top talent relies on more than just a skills match. Candidates who will stick with you for …
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Reference Checks – Pay Attention to What You DON'T Hear
Many hiring managers see reference checks as a chance to hear affirmative things about the candidates they’re considering. However, it’s also wise to remember that silence can speak volumes. During a reference check, what you do hear about a candidate may not be as important as what you don’t hear. If you’re alert for the …
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