Far too often, hiring managers fall into a trap by hiring people who remind them of themselves. This leads to a homogenized environment where everyone tends to think the same so there are few discussions and disagreements that can lead to true innovation. The statistics are startling that companies who do not focus on diversity… Read more »
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Want the Job? Make Yourself Accessible
Hiring managers have a very difficult job. They post an open position and hundreds of candidates may answer. Going through those resumes, the hiring manager needs to narrow down the field to a manageable number to call and discuss the job. Only a few of those will be invited for a face-to-face interview. Because of… Read more »
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Conduct an Effective Phone Interview
As a hiring manager you have the obligation to pre-screen potential candidates before the face-to-face interview. This can help you narrow the playing field and only bring in the best candidates to meet in the office. A phone interview is the best way to achieve this goal, but how do you ensure that the conversation… Read more »
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Sell Yourself in 30 Seconds
Have you ever heard of an elevator pitch? If you found yourself in an elevator with someone who had all the power to make your dreams come true and you had less than a minute to sell your idea, what would you say? You never know when you might need to make an impressive sales… Read more »
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Hiring Trends In Dallas For The Summer
The Dallas-Fort Worth area is continuing to grow, which means new job opportunities are available every day. As the summer kicks into high gear it is important to understand the current hiring trends and how they might affect individual job seekers and businesses in the area. As a manager, what should you know about the… Read more »
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Select the Right Staffing Firm
Not all staffing companies are created equal. If you’re looking for a job, it is important that you choose the right staffing agency for your employment needs. When you meet with a recruiter you’re interviewing them at the same time they’re interviewing you, so don’t be afraid to ask questions about their process, the success… Read more »
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Should You Treat Each Employee Equally?
Favoritism is cited frequently as a reason some employees are dissatisfied with their jobs. They feel their boss gives unfair, preferential treatment to one or a handful of other employees. Employers, on the other hand, view this behavior very differently. They are looking at performance levels and are treating employees accordingly. But is this the… Read more »
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Build A Brand Online
Today’s world of social media and online interaction has changed the job search process forever. Now, hiring managers are using all of the available information to vet, screen, and otherwise determine the quality of job candidates. In order to make the best impression, you need to spend time creating your own online brand that will… Read more »
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Is It Possible to Find Your Ideal Candidate?
When you’re creating your job description to begin the search for a new candidate, you probably have an ideal in mind. Is it realistic to believe that you can hire this perfect candidate? Before you start reviewing resumes and interviewing candidates, it is important to think realistically so you don’t fall too far down the… Read more »
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Dallas-Fort Worth In Top 10 For Temp Jobs
Temporary employment is desirable for a number of reasons. Some people enjoy the flexibility. Others use it as a way to fill in gaps between more permanent positions. Whatever your reason, it is good to live in a location where temporary jobs are plentiful. The Dallas-Fort Worth area is in the top 10 metropolitan areas for… Read more »