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InMail Identity Crisis

Started Apr 4 0 Replies

Obviously, it is not uncommon for "sharing" to occur between colleagues at the same company when it comes to fee based accounts or memberships. For example, a company may elect to purchase only one…Continue

Quick question for those reviewing resumes: do you click LI URLs or look up profile manually?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Aaron Lintz Apr 15. 6 Replies

When an applicant lists their LinkedIn URL on their resume, how likely are you to click right from the document versus look them up manually by name? Continue

Tags: URL, link, search, Recruiting Tools / Sourcing, profile

For those that use "LinkedIn Recruiter" upgrade, anyone willing to share your experience?

Started Apr 11, 2012 0 Replies

Just curious if you find the "upgrade" worthwhile and what you feel is the most beneficial access that you didn't have or wouldn't have had otherwise.Also, someone mentioned to me that they recently…Continue

Tags: advanced, search, recruiter, connections, technology

Sourcing, Screening & Scavenging via LinkedIn

Started Dec 12, 2011 0 Replies

Do you have a premium LinkedIn account?Have you considered purchasing the upgrade?What value does it or would it provide to you as a recruiter?Are the "benefits" listed in this article relevant to…Continue

Tags: recruiting, jobs, screening, sourcing, social

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Who is hiding all of the jobs?

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Who is hiding all of the jobs?

We’ve all seen the same statistic that approximately 80% of jobs are unadvertised. Some refer to this as the hidden job market.  Alternatively, we’ve also seen the statistic that approximately 80% of employers advertise job opportunities online either through their own website, a mainstream job board or a niche industry site. So, while those two statistics refer to separate measurements, they are somewhat intertwined and intriguing. I frequently encounter content directed at the job seeking…See More
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Kelly Blokdijk commented on Jai Turner's blog post 'Employee Posted their Resume: Do you Save them??'
"This is not uncommon at all. Unfortunately, I've seen some rather unprofessional behavior directed at existing employees suspected of looking for another job. One particularly nasty exec when as far as contacting another company to tell them…"
May 6
Kelly Blokdijk commented on Will Thomson's blog post '50 Friends I Met in Twitterland- You MUST Meet'
"Thanks, Will. I'm quite flattered to be included along with such impressive fellow-tweeters. Kelly B @TalentTalks "
May 6
Aaron Lintz replied to Kelly Blokdijk's discussion 'Quick question for those reviewing resumes: do you click LI URLs or look up profile manually?'
"If you do want to look the person up on LinkedIn, open a private browser session and search for them from Google. LinkedIn generic search "first name last name" "city or LI metro area" This way your profile picture does not show…"
Apr 15
Nigel Coxon commented on Kelly Blokdijk's blog post 'Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday'
""A simple "sorry, but no" goes a long way" Not for me I'm afraid. Maybe it's because we work with a largely well-educated and analytical candidate pool by nature (scientists) but just telling them "Sorry,…"
Apr 12
Kelly Blokdijk posted a discussion

InMail Identity Crisis

Obviously, it is not uncommon for "sharing" to occur between colleagues at the same company when it comes to fee based accounts or memberships. For example, a company may elect to purchase only one "seat" or account for a job board or other recruiting related resource, but then have multiple users access the tool. (I'm sure the vendors are fully aware of this situation even if their contracts and agreements prohibit this practice). I and others periodically receive LinkedIn InMail sent under…See More
Apr 4
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Kelly Blokdijk commented on Tony Hogeveen's blog post 'Why Your Resume Objective Can be an Instant Fail'
"For certain, I don't have any great resume objectives to share, but here is an opinion of resume objectives in general.  Objectives scream "out of touch" with the modern employment world, oblivious to current career marketing…"
Apr 3
Kelly Blokdijk commented on Amy Ala's blog post 'Resigning My Position As Career Coach of the Universe'
"At least once a week someone will contact me and ask is I know any headhunters I can introduce them to.  ME: maybe, but first why is it that you are interested in meeting them?  THEM: I need someone to help me find a XYZ job. ME: Oh, Ok.…"
Apr 3
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Paul Slezak commented on Kelly Blokdijk's blog post 'Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday'
"It’s always nice to call a candidate, tell them how impressed you were with them at interview and either invite them back in for another meeting, or to perhaps even verbally offer them a job. It’s not so nice to have to call a candidate,…"
Apr 3
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Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday

Apr 2
Will Thomson commented on Kelly Blokdijk's blog post 'Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday'
"Good post Kelly.  I like your writing!  "The best thing to do is not get too emotionally attached to any particular position at any stage of the process".  So true.  If you have been that candidate who hasn't had…"
Apr 2
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Kelly Blokdijk posted a blog post

Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday

A person recently contacted me through LinkedIn and requested some time to speak with me about their “complicated” employment situation. I wasn’t sure whether they were seeking my advice about their current employment or how to approach the search for something else. (They are currently employed, but looking for a new…See More
Apr 1
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Name
Kelly Blokdijk
Job Title
Talent Management Coach & Consultant
Company
TalentTalks
Which best describes your profession?
Independent
How many years have you been in the business?
10 - 14 years
Which industries do you work in now?
All Industries
College/University
Chapman University
Are you interested in split placements?
yes
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Open networking
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I help others optimize their talent to achieve individual and team success... "Creating a Voice for Talent"
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Who is hiding all of the jobs?

Posted on May 21, 2013 at 7:33pm 0 Comments

We’ve all seen the same statistic that approximately 80% of jobs are unadvertised. Some refer to this as the hidden job market.  Alternatively, we’ve also seen the statistic that approximately 80% of employers advertise job opportunities online either through their own website, a mainstream job board or a niche industry site. So, while those two statistics refer to separate measurements, they are somewhat intertwined and intriguing.

 

I frequently encounter content directed at…

Continue

Fooling Around with Candidates Everyday

Posted on April 1, 2013 at 7:00pm 3 Comments

A person recently contacted me through LinkedIn and requested some time to speak with me about their “complicated” 

employment situation. I wasn’t sure whether they were seeking my advice about their current employment or how to approach the search for something else. (They are currently…

Continue

Recap of this week's RBC lessons: don't monkey around with lies

Posted on March 22, 2013 at 8:00pm 6 Comments

Lesson #1: 

You may or may not be able to train a monkey to recruit

Lesson #2: 

Anyone with a keyboard may be capable of writing their version of career advice and getting it published on a mainstream recruiting website

Lesson #3: 

Both #1 & #2 may become trending topics for various reasons 

Lesson #4: 

If you do #2 and it is proven that you are…

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Admit it, the big "O" stimulates quite a reaction

Posted on March 17, 2013 at 5:31pm 8 Comments

You clicked to read about your idol Oprah, didn’t you? No, expecting some other big “O” content… Well, then you’re on the wrong website, buster!

Badge of honor, source of pleasure, reason for pride, satisfaction to scream about or maybe just something to accept quietly and celebrate contently in your own mind. The big O in all of its glory. Whether solo, with a best buddy or as a group, it’s something we’ll all experience - if we’re lucky to last that long.

What, you’re not…

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