Rickie Long's Page

Rickie Long commented on Ashley Barker's blog post 'Dreaded MIA Candidate'

"I get people to respond to a yes/no question by text when they haven't responded any other way... "Want me to cancel the Fri "fill in the blank dream job" interview for you if I don't hear from you by 5…"

Nov 30, 2012

Rickie Long replied to Robert Krzak's discussion 'Cient 'Stealing' Resumes'

"Nothing will stop someone from claiming something that is/was yours if they want to do so and can get away with it. But for honest folk making a mistake - try a large company watermark with a submittal date that covers 75% of the document.... I get…"

Oct 31, 2012

Rickie Long replied to Adam's discussion 'How to leave a great voice message...'

"Respect the 140 character count. It’s just to start the dialogue. Sample: 'Hi Elise! New xxx job in your area. Let me know where to send you more info or call xxx if interested in this one. ~Rickie'"

Oct 15, 2012

Rickie Long replied to Adam's discussion 'How to leave a great voice message...'

"I also leave voice messages as a prelude or follow up to an email - cuts down on the recipient's automatic delete instinct if I can pique their interest and they know who the email is from and what its about. Since I always ask for…"

Oct 15, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Sunil Kumar's blog post 'Few of the most valued attributes of Recruiters'

"Perspective - We tend to have a broader more objective perspective. Recruiters bridge the inner workings, needs and culture of the company for those on the outside who are thinking of joining it and can assess style, skill and…"

Sep 18, 2012

Rickie Long replied to Patricia Morrison's discussion 'Better performance from candidate who are hired through a search firm?'

"I believe a good recruiter is better at screening candidates matching/eliminating as appropriate. So I would expect a referred candidate to perform better. They were better screened. "

Jul 25, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Salih Mujcic's blog post 'Does cultural alignment equal increased organisational performance?'

"I believe that the cultural fit of a job is an important component of job satisfaction. You make an interesting connection that it may be the 'third ingredient' in company success."

Mar 15, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Drue De Angelis's blog post 'The Problem with Recruiters!'

" There are recruiters with integrity. And they are a joy to find and work with. BUT there are too many entire companies who train their recruiters to use these unethical/unprofessional practices just as described. So long as…"

Feb 8, 2012

Rickie Long replied to Nick Leigh-Morgan's discussion 'I'm trying to compile a list of free recruiting stuff. Any suggestions?'

"Shouldn't Bull Horn Reach make the list? http://www.bullhornreach.com/ "

Jan 19, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Glenna Halligan's blog post 'Interview Protocol 101'

"To clarify. I do not think you should bring a bottle of water. And if offered a beverage it is best to decline unless it is an all day interview. In which case accepting a bottle of water is the best option. "

Jan 9, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Glenna Halligan's blog post 'Interview Protocol 101'

"I agree that a suit may be too much, but I think the tie is necessary with a white or other light colored long sleeve dress shirt. A jacket is not necessary. Its acceptable to add a sweater in cold weather. Its is better to be…"

Jan 9, 2012

Rickie Long and Glenna Halligan are now friends

Jan 9, 2012

Rickie Long commented on Glenna Halligan's blog post 'Interview Protocol 101'

"Practice saying your key points about your skills and accomplishments out loud. The spoken word sounds different than what you say in your head. And remember to smile."

Jan 9, 2012

Rickie Long joined Simon's group