In the modern hiring culture, it’s important to understand that every interview is a two-way road. While you are trying to determine if a candidate is the right fit for your company, the candidate is trying to determine if your company is the right fit for them. This is why all good interviews include moments […]
Welcome back to the second half of our two-part article on assessing technical skills before making a hiring decision. When it comes to IT and technical positions, you need someone who can step smoothly into the role of administrator, engineer, or developer. They need to be not just familiar with the technology, but capable and comfortable […]
Assessing candidates for a technical position includes two broad categories of qualification. On the human side, candidates must have the right personality, and availability to fit well into a client’s company culture. On the technical side, candidates need to also have the tech skills necessary to fulfill the needs of the position. The problem is that […]
[The Continuance … ] Flexible Hour Policies The next major change is the deviation from the strict 9-5 shift work mentality of modern offices and workplaces. Not only are employees bargaining harder for family-friendly hours and better parental leave, but they are also seeking remote positions or the option to work remotely a few days […]
Running a small business, it’s easy to only see the local picture but if you’ve been having trouble finding or holding on to skilled professionals to fill your positions, you’re not alone. This phenomenon has been dubbed the “War for Talent” and it’s happening worldwide. As a growing number of professionals switch to remote, freelance, […]
Looking for a new job involves a great deal of a few very specific tasks. Searching job boards and staffing services, submitting resumes, writing cover letters, answering curious emails and, eventually, taking part in a series of phone interviews. The vast majority of recruiters use the phone interview as a quick way to get a feel for […]