4 Insightful Hiring Lessons From American Idol

4 Insightful Hiring Lessons From American Idol

February 25th, 2016

Now in their Farewell Season, American Idol actually has a lot in common with the recruiting industry. In what is very much an extended job interview search for the next big music star, there is a lot that companies and hiring managers can learn about hiring from the show – believe it or not.

6 Career Advice Quotes from the World’s Most Successful People

6 Career Advice Quotes from the World’s Most Successful People

February 23rd, 2016

We could all use some career advice from time to time. Whether it’s simply for motivation, to gain a new perspective, or to get help with a specific career issue, there is no shortage of people willing to help. If you want to get the best advice it’s a good idea to listen to what the world’s best business leaders have to say

6 Things Companies Need to Do Before Sending a Job to a Headhunter

6 Things Companies Need to Do Before Sending a Job to a Headhunter

February 19th, 2016

You have a job vacancy. Someone has either been promoted, moved on or was fired. Now you are faced with filling a void. However, before you hit the speed dial button and send the new job opening to a headhunter, it’s important to get things organized on your end.

Recruiter-Proof Your Business: Replace Departing Rockstars – Fast!

Recruiter-Proof Your Business: Replace Departing Rockstars – Fast!

February 18th, 2016

Each month we’ll share a little from each of the seven steps. This month: If steps 1-6 have failed and one of your Rockstars does leave, have a system in place to replace them FAST!

5 Headhunter Approved Tips to Become a Rockstar Finance Job Candidate

5 Headhunter Approved Tips to Become a Rockstar Finance Job Candidate

February 16th, 2016

Everyone wants to be that rockstar job candidate whom the top companies in the industry are fighting over. We want to be sought after; we want to be a big deal. But, if you want to get to this point in your career, you need to go above and beyond if you want to stand out among the hundreds or even thousands of other finance job candidates who want to work for the same company and get the same jobs as you.

4 Interview Question Topics that Will Help You Hire Top Marketing Performers Every Time

4 Interview Question Topics that Will Help You Hire Top Marketing Performers Every Time

February 12th, 2016

To eliminate the pretenders from the contenders and hire a marketing professional that can be a long term solution, you need to ask the right questions during the interview

15 Recruiter Insights for Preparing for a Job Interview

15 Recruiter Insights for Preparing for a Job Interview

February 11th, 2016

Being a good interviewee is not just about how you present yourself and your actions on the day of the interview; it starts with proper preparation in the days leading up to it. Working with a recruiter can help you with the preparation.

Is Your Finance Job at Risk? Signs You May Be on the Chopping Block

Is Your Finance Job at Risk? Signs You May Be on the Chopping Block

February 9th, 2016

No one wants to get laid off or fired, but it happens, even to good employees. When times are tight, finance companies have to make hard decisions about their staff. To ensure you are not caught completely off-guard and can create time to start looking for alternative career options, you need to be aware of the signs that you might be the next employee on the chopping block.

Companies Need to Move Fast or Risk Losing Top Marketing Talent

Companies Need to Move Fast or Risk Losing Top Marketing Talent

February 5th, 2016

Top level marketing talent doesn’t stay on the market long – they are in high demand, and proactive companies act swiftly to ensure their company gets top job candidates before you do