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Nick Tubach commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Stupid Girl Loses Job Because of Facebook Status (how would you handle situation as the employer?)'
"Some very good points.  I agree with most.  Rayanne, you are oh so right.  We should never forget that once you hit "send", etc, it's there FOREVER!  Bill, you are spot on!  While I emotionally love the way…"
Jan 7, 2011
Ian White commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Great article. I did not view this as something that should cause controversy like it has for many, but more of a life lesson in short terms. You stated in an early comment that we are human and we make mistakes. This is 100% true. By your article…"
Nov 7, 2010
Rich DeMatteo and Paul Alfred are now friends
Nov 3, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Hi CB - great tip, and thanks for your comment. That's exactly what I wanted to get out of this post. Some tips from folks on how they improve process and communication. Thanks!"
Nov 3, 2010
C. B. Stalling!! commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"I sure that I have not followed up with every casndidate 100% of the time on time. But what I do is when setting up the interview I make a reminder in my out look that pops of 2 days after the interview so I remember the follow up. We must we must…"
Nov 3, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Hey Ryan - Thanks for the comment and thoughts here. When so much is happening, and many candidates are involved, then it will happen. You do everything you can to avoid it, but it may happen again. I'm better from this, and the discussion has…"
Nov 2, 2010
ryan morphett commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Another interesting article and Rich thanks for your honesty. As many have said it is an error and I am sure it is one you will try your hardest never to repeat, enough said on that I think. I love blogs like yours for the responses they tend to…"
Nov 2, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Hi Amy - Thanks for your thoughts and comments. Appreciate that you are able to step up and say that it does happen. So many here have basically proclaimed themselves as god's gift to recruiting. Thank you!"
Nov 2, 2010
Brian K. Johnston commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Amy- Amen to your comments! Bravo! Bravo! Specifically the part about "automation".... Best, to ALL, Brian-"
Nov 2, 2010
Amy commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Happens to the best of us. When you have to take on that many candidates at a time there are bound to be ones who will fall through the cracks. It doesn't make it "ok" or "right," but it's a fact. There are tools that…"
Nov 1, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Brian - I'm down for a beer. Sign me up!"
Oct 30, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Jim - I'm glad a few members "Judged". It wasn't the reaction I expected, and if anything, it opened my eyes to the online world we live in. People are afraid to admit mistakes more than ever. I understand, but jeez, isn't…"
Oct 30, 2010
Rich DeMatteo commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Paul - Once again, please remember that this wasn't someone that I submitted to a client. I'm an internal/corprorate recruiter right now, and I was told to phone screen 5 candidates. This specific candidate was the only one asking for an…"
Oct 30, 2010
Brian K. Johnston commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Unlike others in this community, willing to write GARBAGE to get attention, RICH reveals himself, and is authentic/transparent about his approach.... Rich is someone, I would go out of my way to have a beer with, while the minority writer GARBAGE…"
Oct 30, 2010
Paul Alfred commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Jim the only point I am trying to make is that - Yes recruiters do make mistakes - But not the kind of mistake where you have engaged an Candidate for an interview - followup is just a part of that equation. That's all I am trying to say ....…"
Oct 30, 2010
Paul Alfred commented on Rich DeMatteo's blog post 'Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters'
"Wooo so let me get this straight Jim you are telling me that you forget to get back to a candidate you have submitted for an interview with your client ... After interviewing the Candidate ??? As far as I am concerned it would be better to…"
Oct 30, 2010

Profile Information

Name
Rich Dematteo
Location
Philadelphia
Which best describes your profession?
Corporate, Agency, Recruiter, Human Resources/staffing
How many years have you been in the business?
2 - 4 years
Which industries do you work in now?
Other
Are you interested in split placements?
yes
What kind of networking are you open to?
Referrals between friends, Very targeted/niche
What recruiting tools can you not live without?
Referrals
Blog
http://www.cornonthejob.com
Twitter Profile
http://www.twitter.com/cornonthejob

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Let’s have a toast for the douche bags. Let’s have a toast for the recruiters

Posted on October 27, 2010 at 11:05am 45 Comments

I messed up. I'm a douche bag. I'm an asshole. I'm a recruiter.

***Before going any further, I should mention that you MIGHT want to be familiar with Kanye Wests' "Runaway" to understand the pop culture reference. Click here…
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Stupid Girl Loses Job Because of Facebook Status (how would you handle situation as the employer?)

Posted on June 2, 2010 at 11:00am 7 Comments

Some people are stupid. You know this, right? I mean, all of us can think of a handful of dumb people in our lives. So, this post isn't a lecture. It's not a "don't do this", warning post. What we have here today is simply you, me, and countless others laughing at someone's stupid use of social media.



I've been finding myself on lamebook.com often these days, and sometime last week I came across this excruciatingly beautiful Facebook failure. Check… Continue

The 5 iPhone Apps Every Job Seeker Needs

Posted on March 16, 2010 at 2:36pm 6 Comments

There are only 5 iPhone Apps needed for your job search. That's it, just 5.



The list I've compiled below provides everything you need for your mobile job hunt. This is it, I've created THE complete guide to iPhone job search apps! Oh, and maybe the best thing I can report is that they are all affordable. In fact, four of them are free, and one costs $.99.



Let's jump right into the list, shall we?…

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