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One thing you forgot to mention was service lines - as noted above from Chris. I believe that the recruiting model will eventually change into " a full service agency model" its not enough anymore to have candidates/jobseekers in your data…
Well said Amos. I would like to add that along with using ATS, you must help the candidates in assessing their weaknesses, and how to overcome them. I would highly recommend that you use some kind of an assessment tool to test the applicants' behavi…
Ralph. Glad I could be helpful. I think to hone in on your top 3 skills is just as important as an elevator pitch. I encourage job seekers to understand what their weakness are first - so when asked(if asked) they are ready and not caught off guard.…
Great post, I found your tips very helpful. I liked the tip about getting a second opinion from a someone in the industry. When recruiters usually ask me about strengths and weaknesses I don't list a bunch of things that I am good at and not so good…
Chris, Thansk for the comment an I understand your perspective - a great point. Knowing your weakness is the start. I should be more clear about this point as it pertains to interview questions for job seekers and for self assessment during the inte…
Amos - a good succinct blog thank you. As another professional "head hunter" I agree with most of thoughts. However I don't agree with your final point about making plans to overcome weaknesses which shows a willingness to learn.
Knowing what your…
It is sink or swim out in the job market today. Whether laid-off or gainfully employed, I often ask my candidates about their key motivation during a job search – these are the top four answers:
1. A new career path
2. Better/Fair compensation
3.…
It is sink or swim out in the job market today. Whether laid-off or gainfully employed, I often ask my candidates about their key motivation during a job search – these are the top four answers:
1. A new career path
2. Better/Fair compensation
3.…
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- Staff MD
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- 10 - 14 years
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What end of the talent pool are you in?
It is sink or swim out in the job market today. Whether laid-off or gainfully employed, I often ask my candidates about their key motivation during a job search – these are the top four answers:
1. A new career path
2. Better/Fair compensation
3. Reached a career plateau
4. Feel unappreciated
Another seemingly irrelevant question I ask is the following: What is the biggest misconception your peers have about you?
As a professional “headhunter”, the answers I get from questions like these,… Continue
1. A new career path
2. Better/Fair compensation
3. Reached a career plateau
4. Feel unappreciated
Another seemingly irrelevant question I ask is the following: What is the biggest misconception your peers have about you?
As a professional “headhunter”, the answers I get from questions like these,… Continue
Posted on February 1, 2010 at 7:30pm — 5 Comments
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 5:29pm on February 2, 2010,
Ralph Leon said…
- Looking forward to your future posts!
- At 2:42am on January 11, 2010,
Rayanne said…
- Hi Amos...
Thanks for the kind comment about my post. I love to write for RBC and get to know individuals like yourself. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you!
Have a great week!
~Rayanne
- At 4:05pm on December 17, 2009,
Slouch said… - Hey Amos, I'm getting ready for the big game. shhh
- At 2:11pm on April 23, 2009,
Dr Simon Harding said… - Thanks for connecting !
- At 12:18pm on April 23, 2009,
Slouch said…
- Bathurst and Eglinton
- At 4:56pm on April 22, 2009,
Slouch said…
- hello fellow torontonian
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