As the skills shortage persists, so does the demand for recruiters. The increased demand has put a further strain on an already over-tapped pool of … Read more

As the skills shortage persists, so does the demand for recruiters. The increased demand has put a further strain on an already over-tapped pool of … Read more
Back in October 2018, Indeed handed staffing agencies their very own version of a pink slip. Stating third-party recruiters must now pay to appear in … Read more
I’ve worked as a recruiter for J. Jill, SAP, and then started the boutique recruiting firm Boston Tech Talent, and offer you up these suggestions if … Read more
We rate everything these days. Restaurants, employers, doctors, dog walkers — pretty much everyone and everything is under the microscope. … Read more
Ever go into a kickoff meeting, winging it with a hiring manager without having a strategic partnership plan? Recruiters can’t afford to not have a … Read more
The impact of automation on jobs is one of the most widely debated topics in the global technology sphere, and the question of how automation will impact … Read more
If you’re new to marketing, explaining ad retargeting goes something like this: Every time a new visitor comes to a web site, the code drops an … Read more
Many industries are experiencing explosive growth, and that typically means you need incredible gifted recruiters. This is where I come in; my specialty is … Read more
First, the good news — not all direct hire agency fees will be increasing in 2016. Salaries are continuing to rise, but the payment rate for direct … Read more
In a previous article I wrote, “The cost of your service (your fee) must be justified by the value your client receives after the candidate has actually … Read more
For a stranger, getting Lucy Le on the telephone is a difficult task. Every work day she makes 30 to 50 cold calls, and she brooks few interruptions. “If I … Read more
At a recent client luncheon, a seemingly simple question was posed to me, “What’s the best business investment you’ve made to positively impact your … Read more
It is rare to find a large medical device manufacturing facility today that doesn’t take advantage of temporary labor. As the number of orders for products … Read more
Editor’s note: Barb Bruno’s Ask Barb column appears immediately below this personal note from her concerning the closing of The Fordyce Letter. … Read more
Only about 10% of all recruiters do anything about ensuring their candidate will perform adequately or happily on the job. Their follow-up is limited to … Read more
“You need to speak to HR.” For recruiters, those words spell doom for your placement hopes. Let’s face it, if we had a choice most recruiters would prefer … Read more
The following idea doesn’t tend to sit well with most recruiter colleagues I’ve talked to. But as the talent war escalates, it makes sense. It’s about our … Read more
Dear Barbara: How do I get my employees to set and achieve higher goals? They are earning more than they’ve ever earned, get comfortable and seem to lose … Read more
Properly preparing clients before every interview provides you a timely opportunity to focus the process, maintain control, and help ensure a successful … Read more
After slowing for four consecutive quarters, demand for temporary workers is predicted to increase in this first quarter of the year. The Palmer … Read more