We spend a lot of time talking about a lack of qualified people, especially in relation to the coming workforce shortage. But I’m going to argue that … Read more
Yvonne LaRose (ylarose@recruitandretain.net) is a California-accredited consultant and freelance writer. Her column, Career and Executive Recruiting Advice, is read by professionals from all parts of six continents who rely on her advice, previous board experience, and insights on business management, recruiting, and career development issues. Former producer and host of "Legally Speaking," a bi-weekly legal news radio program, Ms. LaRose's 15 years of writing encompasses various media, including print. Her online writing appears at such places as HR.com, AIRS Directory, Workforce, ITWorld's Managing the IT Pro, and SmartPros. She has been interviewed by The Wall Street Journal, Savoy Professional Magazine, The New York Times Job Market, and SmartPros. Yvonne helped author the e-book "The Last Job Search Guide You'll Ever Need: How to Find and Get the Job or Internship of Your Dreams." Her contributions deal with professionalism, how to handle criticism and the qualities of a good resume. For more information on her book, visit http://hop.clickbank.net/?entrances/lastguide.
25 Telltale Signs of the Wrong Candidate
There are a lot of ways to tell when you’ve got the wrong candidate in front of you ó when presenting that candidate would be a quick step to … Read more
View From the Job-Seeking Trenches
We keep looking around at the labor supply and wondering how job seekers are being affected by current market conditions. The question across the … Read more
What’s In Store for 2003: A Considered Perspective
Many things are shaping the business, employment, and recruiting landscape for 2003. The economy is still kicking us in the pants and has been since the … Read more
Two Critical Interviewing Questions
There’s one interview question that is sometimes asked. Not only is it a good question, but it also reflects a concern that the recruiter, employer … Read more
Worth a Closer Look
[EDITOR’S NOTE ó This article originally cited the fictitious resume of “Harriet Martin,” which is in no way related to any real … Read more
Recruiting Gold: Mergers and IPO Reports
In my article last month, we looked at some of the obvious uses of layoff reports and talked about some internal controls they offer. But today it’s … Read more
Recruiting Gold: The Layoff Reports
Mondays. I love ’em. Why? Because Mondays are when one of my favorite sets of “gold reports” come out: the weekly layoff (outplacement) … Read more
Branding Your Candidate Presentations
We can take it for granted that your firm’s stationery makes a statement about what your firm represents. It’s your brand. It serves a very … Read more