Category: Hiring

Who Do You Trust?

Who Do You Trust?

There has been a lot written on whether recruiters should trust candidates; and on how much job seekers tell the truth vs. lie, etc. This makes us recall a couple…

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Are Recruiters Biased Against Introverts?

Are Recruiters Biased Against Introverts?

We took note of an article entitled 5 Myths About Introversion by Lisa Petrilli (author of several books on the topic).  As recruiters, we’ve often been struck by how all of…

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TOP TEN Interviewer Mistakes – And How to Avoid Them

TOP TEN Interviewer Mistakes – And How to Avoid Them

We see the good, the bad, and the ugly in employer interviewing because we debrief every candidate who visits one of our employer clients.  We hear what they like and…

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Staffing Is a Courtship

Staffing Is a Courtship

In previous articles, we have often compared the staffing “dance” to courtship.  Here’s why: When people date, they hope to meet a person who has the qualities they feel are…

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Who’s On Top?  The Candidate / Recruiter “Hierarchy”

Who’s On Top? The Candidate / Recruiter “Hierarchy”

There is a lot written in recruiter training and on recruiting blogs about “candidate control” – the notion of the recruiter being “in control” of the candidate.  Here’s a peak…

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Who’s Afraid of an Interview?

Who’s Afraid of an Interview?

Who do you think has more fear at an interview – the interviewer or the interviewee? We usually think of interviews as threatening situations more for the interviewee, who is…

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Understanding and Preventing Candidate Lies

Understanding and Preventing Candidate Lies

Candidates lie to recruiters for a variety of reasons.  Recruiters have to expect a certain amount of lying.  Some of it is even understandable.  Here are some examples: George says…

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Preventing and Countering Candidate Lies

Preventing and Countering Candidate Lies

Candidates often look for ways to beef-up or reframe their resumes using tactics employers won’t catch. We review how to counter these lies that candidates think they might get away with. So here…

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Recruiting: Speed vs. Quality

Recruiting: Speed vs. Quality

Are speed and quality mutually exclusive concepts in recruiting?  Can you find the best candidate in the shortest possible time? The answer depends on what you are seeking.  Many employers…

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The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing
The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing

The Role of Data-Driven Recruitment in Modern Manufacturing

Modern manufacturing is evolving rapidly, driven by complex supply chains, technological advancements, and growing competition. With challenges like skill shortages and high turnover rates, manufacturing recruitment now demands smarter, more…...

How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries
How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries

How Executive Search Firms Drive Strategic Growth in Defense Industries

The defense sector relies on strong leadership to drive innovation, ensure compliance, and manage complex operations. Executive search firms identify top talent who align with an organization's long-term goals. By…...

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