Rogue Recruiting & Other Creative Guerrilla Recruiting Tactics
A couple of weeks ago I spent about an hour interviewing with a magazine publication. We discussed social media recruiting and hiring practices. Our discussion drifted towards rogue recruiting and guerrilla recruiting tactics I often employed as a HR Director for big box retailers where I was responsible for multiple locations. What are Guerrilla Recruiting […]
Employers Beware – Resume Fraud a Major Problem
Falsification of Resumes A Major Problem A recent article in the Boston Business Journal reported that according to hiring managers and human resource professionals, the falsification of resumes is a widespread problem. Misrepresentation on a resume or employment application can take two forms: The making of a false or misleading statement, or Omission of significant […]
Age Diversity – The Next Hot Talent Employment And Diversity Issue
The challenge of embracing age diversity is building up to be the talent employment issue of the next five years and beyond. The Next Hot Talent Employment And Diversity Issue With the pressure for “more, better, faster” with more money at stake and people wanting more control in their work and personal lives when there […]
The Key to Successful Recruitment? Hire People That ‘Fit’
The Key to Successful Recruitment Successful recruitment involves answering two key questions; Is the candidate eligible for the role in terms of education, skill, knowledge and experience? Is the candidate suitable for the role in terms of behavioural preference? Experience shows that the traditional HR approach tends to deal with the first question effectively, but […]
Human Resources Taxi Cab Confessionals
I’ve had some interesting cab drivers this week at the 2011 Annual SHRM Conference in Las Vegas. Hiccuping cabbies, drivers spewing obscenities while we navigate the crowded streets due to the Brittany Spears concert in town. Let’s not forget (although I want to) the cab driver who interrogated me with some unmentionables that I’m even […]
Research Reveals How HR Uses Social Media
I’m often asked about how human resource pros, recruiters, and talent management people are using or can use social media in the professional and corporate work environment. It’s more than just sitting around on Facebook all day or playing Farmville. Social media can provide a distinct business advantage. HR Toolbox recently unveiled a survey that […]
