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A Little Integrity, Please?

It seems nowadays that there's a new recruiting firm popping up just about every day. I can't tell you how many calls I get a week from firms that I have never heard of - and many times never hear of again. Although, yes, I am on the other side of the desk now, I am still a recruiter at heart. It is my bread and butter. It's what I was born to do - the thrill of the hunt and the power of the connection - at the core, I am and will always be, a recruiter.

This is why, when I speak to a recruiter… Continue

Posted on October 29, 2009 at 12:11pm — 10 Comments

Ragan Kellams

A Big Bowl Of Reality'os

In the past I have pondered the phenomena of entitlement associated with Gen Y and Millenials. Well, hold the phone...I think the past 10 months has given all of us - Gen X'ers and Y'ers and beyond - a little dose of reality. 2009, so far, has shown us economic turmoil that most of us have never experienced in our lifetimes - and hopefully never will again. Collapse of the housing market, unemployment rates through the roof, banking crisis, bankruptcies, layoffs...you name it. It all equals one… Continue

Posted on October 22, 2009 at 10:48am —

Ragan Kellams

Why all the snark?

It may be a sign of the times. It may be a result of the web becoming an open forum for the masses. It may just be that people are generally unhappy. I don't know the reason why explicitly, but I do know that there is a lot more snark in the world today. You might wonder what I mean specifically, by the term "snark." It's more than negativity. It's more than being opinionated. It's the negativity and commentary that is infused with venom, spite and oftentimes pure hatred.

I am a frequent visito… Continue

Posted on July 9, 2009 at 1:55pm —

Ragan Kellams

Are there such things as permanent footprints?

There's no doubt there's been plenty written on being careful when it comes to what you publish about yourself online. But when it comes to your career - you can't careful enough. Certain things that seem fun or kitchy now, might come back to bite you sooner or later. These "perma-prints" could follow you for years, maybe even the rest of your career.

Case in point, a few years ago, we had an intern working for the company from a very prestigious school's masters program. Because of their field… Continue

Posted on May 1, 2009 at 2:30pm —

Ragan Kellams

How NOT to get me to work with you.

Just a quick note about how NOT to get an HR Director to work with you. Send an email like this:

"Most recruiters who were calling you last year are no longer around; but you, the hiring manger, and I, a recruiter, are survivors and still here! I would love to take 20 minutes of your time to learn about how I can recruit FOR you rather than FROM you."

Don't threaten that if I dont work with you, that you'll recruit from me. To me that's just a challenge. Bring it.

Posted on April 20, 2009 at 3:55pm — 10 Comments

Profile Information

Name
Ragan Kellams
Location
Atlanta
Company
IQ Interactive
Which best describes your profession?
Corporate, Recruiter, Human Resources/staffing, Executive
How many years have you been in the business?
5 - 9 years
Which industries do you work in now?
Other
Are you interested in split placements?
no
Which conferences do you plan to attend in the next year?
SHRM
What kind of networking are you open to?
Open networking, Referrals between friends, Very targeted/niche
What recruiting tools can you not live without?
LinkedIn, my email inbox, Facebook, blogs
Website
http://www.iqinteractive.com
Blog
http://recruitingblogs.ning.com/profile/RaganK
Online profile/Homepage
http://www.linkedin.com/in/ragankellams
LinkedIn Profile
http://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=337740&trk...
Facebook Profile
http://www.facebook.com/privacy/?ref=mb#/profile.php?id=589347004&a...

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At 11:25am on October 22, 2009, Slouch said…
you need to write more often. we miss you.
At 9:28am on June 8, 2009, Karl Pennington said…
Hi Ragan,

I am working on a Inside Consulting Services Sales position in Alpharetta. The hiring manager is looking for someone with IT recruiting experience. Do you know of anyone looking to get out of the Recruiting industry that might want to make the transition to an inside sales role? $45-$55k base plus commission OTE of $85k.

Any ideas?

If so, please give me a call at 678-889-8742 or karl@executivesales.com

Thanks
Karl
At 5:32pm on November 12, 2008, Recruiting Animal said…
Hi Raig, was wondering about you. Nice to see you back.
At 12:52pm on June 25, 2008, Slouch said…
Things are good. anytime you want the stage here, you know it's yours
At 11:24am on June 25, 2008, Slouch said…
Hey Ragan. How goes it? it's been a while. I hope all is well
At 11:02am on June 25, 2008, Kevin Harry said…
Yep, I have been monitoring The Ruthie List this past week.
At 5:40pm on June 24, 2008, Kevin Harry said…
Ragan,

Is your agency loking to dd a recruiter?
At 7:39am on February 5, 2008, Ken Rochon said…
Ragan,

I am just joining this site. Nice to be on a site with so many dynamic people.

I was curious if you are also on linked in? Here is my profile for you to check out - http://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=2536216

I would gladly accept an invitation from you.

Live with passion!

Ken
At 9:03pm on November 12, 2007, Recruiting Animal said…
Do you want to be a guest on the Animal Panel on Wed at noon EST. I'm trying to get 4 people who've been recruiters plus leaving one line open for other callers. It's not urgent. If it doesn't suit you that's okay. I throw out topics and the panel of genius experts argue about it. Let me know, okay? Regards email me
At 9:53am on September 19, 2007, Ragan Kellams said…
I heart you back Farce. Especially since your pic is of Tyler Durden. Meow!
 
 

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