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- Passive vs. Active Hires - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Beth SmithAre you aware of what the ‘active to passive’ ratio in hiring refers to? I have been asked recently by hiring managers and recruiters about mine. The active to passive ratio reflects the number of people interviewed who are currently unemployed versus employed. An active candidate is currently ...
Views: 1031 - How to NOT Hire Great People - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2012 from Beth SmithEvery once in a while, I apply for jobs just to see what candidates have to go through in order to get a position. I believe it is important as an interviewer to understand the process from the candidates’ perspective. This gives you a greater insight and allows you to more effectively tailor ...
Views: 1310 - A “Normal” Interview at Starbuck’s - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2012 from Beth SmithI love it when an opportunity presents itself to listen in on a “normal” interview. Arriving early for an appointment at a Starbuck’s in the Denver area, I was enjoying an amazing cup of black tea as the store manager began interviewing for a potential staff member. As effective interviewing is ...
Views: 1440 - The Power of the Interviewer - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from Beth SmithI have had several people relate to me that before becoming clients of mine, they had experiences such as “You should have seen this person in the interview! They were amazing! And then I had to fire them two weeks later. What did I miss?” The answer to this burning question is that many hiring ...
Views: 1008 - Who is an Interviewer and what does Barbara Walters have to do with it? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2012 from Beth SmithFirst off, let me start out by saying Barbara Walters and I have the same job title, but not the same job… as much as I wish we did. Barbara Walters is one of the best interviewers in the world, bar none. She is prepared, she does her research, and she gets people to continuously tell her things ...
Views: 1143 - Interviewing is Marketing - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Beth SmithDid you know that the interview process is a great marketing tool? People who are genuinely interested in your company will apply for positions, not just those looking for a job. It’s possible to have an audience of up to 500 applicants who want to work for you. While you can’t possibly hire ...
Views: 1598 - Work/Life Balance with Employees at the Helm - by Submitted on May 29, 2012 from Beth SmithYour superstar employee is out pregnant. An amazing employee’s father is dying of cancer. Your right hand man injured himself in a Rugby game. For these employees, you will do whatever it takes to help them get back up and running. You will bend over backwards to accomplish whatever is needed to ...
Views: 930 - Dating vs. Hiring: Are they the same? - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Beth SmithWith sweaty palms and a dry cotton mouth, Jane Smith opened the door and walked in. She approached the greeter and requested to meet with a certain person. She checked her hair and makeup in her hand mirror and then tried desperately to calm her nervous stomach. When she looked up, she saw the ...
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