"If the 50 year old candidate is not jaded, and still love the job, I will go with the person. It's a better odd that the person will stay a little longer than a young graduate. Young graduate have no realistic expectation and want…"
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The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Raphael Fang Oct 19, 2012. 8 Replies 1 Like
Via Networkworld:Does the new grad have the edge or are you betting on the vet?http://www.networkworld.com/community/node/81562Continue
Weekend Watch: Social Media Issues at Work
Started Sep 28, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
The way we engage professionally via social media is offering new opportunities in the world of work. However, it’s also limiting the overarching control that companies have on employees’ ability to…Continue
Tags: monitoring, management, Policy, Networking, Workplace
Hit the Mark with Customized Incentives
Started Feb 2, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Unless you work on Wall Street, you probably didn’t get a year-end bonus checks last year. …Continue
Tags: HR, Retention, Compensation
Use Your Imagination to Hire Positive Thinkers
Started Jan 31, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Wouldn’t it be great if every new hire had a positive attitude? Studies show that…Continue
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Raphael Fang replied to Terry Starr's discussion 'The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?'
Ryan Leary liked Terry Starr's discussion The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?"I think this needs to start in High School in Freshman Year. As some high schools do. . Some high schools, as you know have a career day in senior year, which I participated.....its awsome. But, it is only one…"
Tiffany Branch replied to Terry Starr's discussion 'The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?'"On a side note, I wish colleges and universities did a better job at preparing their soon to be grads for the work place. Many that I speak to say the advice I give them is totally different from what they hear in "career services.""
"Of course, all these key elements come into play when searching for that ideal candidate. I agree, hence why I said it depends on the position being sought and yes the newbie might not be offered when several years of experience is an…"
Tiffany Branch replied to Terry Starr's discussion 'The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?'"At the end of the day, you need to understand the organization, team and the manager to determine which candidate would be best. Typically, if a job is requiring 8 or mor years of exp, the newbie won't be considered. If the position is looking…"
"I would have to say that in depends on the position being sought. If you are looking for drive and creative vision, you might go for the rookie, for example. When evaluating someone with limited or no experience, I look for…"
Elise Reynolds replied to Terry Starr's discussion 'The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?'"It depends on the situation. Sometimes younger hires are more flexible and hungry to prove themselves. Often older candidates are more professional and accomplished.
Now that I am middle aged it bothers me how many employers are…"
Tiffany Branch replied to Terry Starr's discussion 'The Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?'"I'll go with the vet, depending on the culture of the organization and team dynamics. I have worked for mid-size to large companies and I find that unless there is a training program, or a job is deemed "entry-level" the candidate…"
Terry Starr posted a discussionThe Better Hire? The 50-year-old IT Veteran or the Fresh Grad?
Via Networkworld:Does the new grad have the edge or are you betting on the vet?http://www.networkworld.com/community/node/81562See More
Terry Starr posted a discussionWeekend Watch: Social Media Issues at Work
The way we engage professionally via social media is offering new opportunities in the world of work. However, it’s also limiting the overarching control that companies have on employees’ ability to communicate. At the SHRM National Conference in Atlanta, John Sumser led a panel discussion about “Legal Issues Facing Social Media Today.”Continue:…See More
Terry Starr posted a discussionHit the Mark with Customized Incentives
Unless you work on Wall Street, you probably didn’t get a year-end bonus checks last year. Forty-three percent of companies don’t give out year-end bonusesaccording to outplacement firm Challenger Gray and Christmas. And at half of the bonus-giving companies, employees receive either a non-monetary gift or a nominal monetary…See More
Terry Starr posted a discussionUse Your Imagination to Hire Positive Thinkers
Wouldn’t it be great if every new hire had a positive attitude? Studies show that positive thinkers are more productive and resilient, in fact, the positive brain is 31 percent more productive than when the brain is negative, neutral or stressed.So how can you…See More
Terry Starr posted a discussionTech Recruiting: Nine Ways to Rock Your Next Interview
The competition for IT talent gets tougher every day, so hiring managers have to be in top form to land the best candidates. Walking into an interview unprepared, late, or unsure what position you’re hiring for will drive qualified candidates into the arms of your competitors. Read more.See More
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January: Data Management Market Skyrockets and More
Posted on January 19, 2012 at 10:01pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
January report: The Data Management Software Market Is Surging; Healthcare IT Employment is on the…
Continue The Top Spots on Hiring Managers’ Wish List
Posted on January 11, 2012 at 8:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Tech hiring managers are resolute in their staffing priorities for 2012 — they need innovative professionals who design, code, build and operate. Indeed, developers dominate the new year’s most pressing hiring needs for a second straight year, although ops professionals make their list debut. Read more.
Facebook's Four Principals of Success
Posted on January 6, 2012 at 3:19pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
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Continue Where Tech Managers See Their 2012 Priorities
Posted on November 4, 2011 at 11:49am 0 Comments 0 Likes
http://resources.dice.com/2011/11/04/2012-hiring-priorities/
The search for tech professionals has become less urgent this year — but that doesn’t mean it’s less important...
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