The US economy is growing again and supposedly recovered from the 2008 financial crisis. Unemployment is at a record low. Employers are once again complaining about skills shortages. You have a great job, love your company, and aren’t looking to make a move anytime soon. Basically, everything is great! So […]
Are Letters of Recommendation Still Relevant?
When the topic is recommendation letters, opinions in the hiring community quickly become heated. Tons of conflicting information has been published about how to ask for a recommendation, if you should draft them yourself, who to ask, and when to submit them to an employer. Amidst all the confusion, one […]
Is Your Job Post Chasing Away Top Candidates?
A job posting is often a candidate’s first interaction with a company. It quickly creates a lasting impression of the organization. If that first impression is negative, the relationship is likely to end before it ever begins. Let’s look at a few common mistakes that might be chasing away your best candidates […]