Archive for the ‘Recruiting’ Category

Close Candidates as the Job Market Heats Up

Friday, July 9th, 2010

I recently read a Q&A-focused article on how to effectively leverage multiple job offers. On the one hand, it was a little surprising to read such a lengthy discussion given that unemployment numbers are still quite high in many areas. However, it was also a refreshing sign that the job market is picking up and individuals are starting to have more choices. As a recruiter, I viewed this discussion through the lens of an employer rather than the fortunate individuals grappling with the decision of which offer to accept. My first thought was, “Do employers realize that candidates now have competing offers?” It has been quite awhile since most hiring managers have had to deal with this type of competition.

>> Are hiring managers prepared and do they remember what to do? >>

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Employee Rehire Policy: What Should You Consider When Rehiring an Employee? *

Friday, June 18th, 2010

As the economy recovers, you may be contemplating rehiring talented employees that were laid off during the economic downturn. This strategy can save considerable dollars. Rehired employees require less training; no recruiting costs are incurred and the rehired employee already knows your company’s procedures, its culture as well as the staff.

As you look to rehire past employees, there are several aspects to consider during the rehire process. We recommend writing out a defined policy so that it is easy to implement and communicate. Besides the work performance of the individual, key considerations in the rehire should include:

>> Key Considerations when Rehiring Employees >>

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Investing in the Right Positions When It’s Time to Grow

Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

A rapidly growing business is a wonderful “challenge” with which to be faced, especially in the current economic environment; however, it does pose an oftentimes vexing question, “What are the most critical new positions to fill first?” And, a closely related follow-up question might be “What types of experience, knowledge, skills and abilities will be required for those positions?”

>> Knowing WHICH Positions to Fill First >>

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