Reference Checks Are A Waste Of Time

Reference Checks Are A Waste Of Time

I believe in the power of the interview. I think there’s more value in spending time interviewing, doing assessments, doing some testing, giving them pre-hire projects — than calling to see what someone (who I don’t know) thought of them at a job that may or may not...
7 Clues Your Recruitment Process Isn’t Working

7 Clues Your Recruitment Process Isn’t Working

In a perfect world every time you had a job opening, filling it would be as simple as placing a hand-lettered ‘Help wanted’ sign in the window. In this fantasy, you’d receive the exact right amount of applicants – not so many that you feel overwhelmed, not so...
How To Get The Most From Your Recruiter

How To Get The Most From Your Recruiter

So you’re ready to work with a recruiter – wonderful! You’re going to get better applicants who will bring in more money and clients and you might even enjoy the hiring process. It’s possible! Really! I don’t know why you’re working with a recruiter –...