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Blog Post: Job Interview First Impressions

Are first impressions really that important? The answer is... YES!

When the…

Added by Gavin Redelman at 7:18pm on September 4, 2011

Blog Post: Meet Moises Lopez, Chief Sourcing Strategist for CSG, Part 1: By Dave Mendoza, Master Cybersleuth, Affiliate Partner, JobMachine Inc.

(720)…; Added by Dave Mendoza at 1:10pm on February 12, 2008

Comment on: Topic 'No one returns emails or calls any more. Did professionalism go out the door wi…': rt, and a smirk that said, “90% of you newbies will never make it past the first 60 days.” We had to learn the “pitch”, and it went something like this, “Hi, my name is Jack Young I’m an executive recruiter I take it you know what I mean.” Depending on whether you were cold calling a candidate or a client you then went further in your spiel with, CANDIDATE: “I’m calling you today because I just received a fabulous assignment to recruit a Director of Operations for a wonderful manufacturing company in your area, and I was wondering if you’d be interested in hearing about this opportunity?” Jill, apropos your discussion from the CLIENT SIDE circa 1986, “I was calling you today because I just met an incredibly talented Director of Operations. I’m handling a search for another distribution company, and frankly, this particular Director of Ops is too senior for my current client company. Do you think you’d be interested in hearing about this very talented operations professional?” Here’s a laugh from these pre-scripted call days; I worked with another new recruiter “Bob”. Bob really took the training literally, and committed to memory the opening phrase, “Hi my name is Bob I’m an executive recruiter I take it you know what I mean.” Well, we all worked off of paper company lists at the time, and you simply were “dialing for dollars”, not paying too much attention to who, what and where. Bob is on his umpteenth call of the day, and about twelve of us in the “recruiting bullpen” were making calls, and hated hearing Bob and his inane rendition of, “Hi my name is Bob I’m an executive recruiter I take it you know what I mean.” Finally, Bob get’s the next potential client or candidate on the phone, and he starts his pitch when all of a sudden we hear him say, “Hi my name is Bob I’m an executive recruiter I TAKE IT I KNOW WHAT I MEAN”. Jill, I’ve laughed a lot during my years in this business, but maybe never harder than hearing Bob utter that one phrase. Imagine the thoughts going on in the mind of the person listening to that pitch. It is amazing with this training I ever survived in the business. On and on, evolving and evolving we’ve trekked. Always trying to professionalize our approach, and gain entre' to the next great client, or superstar “Operations Manager”. I find myself having morphed from newbie/novice salesman, agency proprietor, to seasoned showman/schmoozer. A day does not go by where I’m not formulating a strategy of how to break into an account. How can I reinvigorate enthusiasm with a long standing client company that’s been hit hard by the economic downturn? No one returns my calls, where has professionalism gone was the salesman’s lament in 1986; it is still a challenge to overcome today in 2009. The biggest difference is that the snub can emanate from so many different forms of media. Our email can be ignored, our voicemail can be ignored, our text can be ignored, and the greatest indignity of all, our Tweet can be ignored… I posted a blog on April 23rd. titled “I just want someone to call me” http://www.allowmetointroducemyself.com/blog/ from the 100’s of candidate calls I receive and their pleas for help in connecting with a potential hiring authority or recruiter that can offer them some hope. Man, I don’t want to be preaching, (particularly to this choir), but many of us face the same challenge as the candidate(s) wanting audience with a hiring manager. Reinvent, or as our President sold us, “change”… and so I shall. I’ve reinvented my recruiting model for the fourth time in 23 years. This incarnation is the most drastic, innovative, and circular in design. I’ve tried to consider the most glaring needs of the client, candidate, and recruiter. This new model gives me reason, and purpose to reach out to 23 years of connections. I won’t be sending a single postcard, letter or facsimile. There’ll be links to PowerPoint presentations stored online. Announcements throughout the Social Networking community, and yes, old fashion phone calls to my most valued accounts. Jill, I need to be extraordinarily compelling in my message. I need to be inventive in my service, and need to employ strategic risks that look good on paper, but are wholly unproven in practical application. I can do this because I am convinced my plan is solid, and the implementation benefits everyone. I’m leaving emails regarding this launch that are being returned. I’m calling my client base with a message that goes something like this, “Hi, it’s Jack Young, and I would like to speak to you about a new recruiting solution for your company. I’ve crafted a unique way for us to work together that will dramatically reduce your cost in utilizing my service, and provide you greater access to my network.” I’m receiving a call back of about 90% of the time. As a maniacal Class A lunatic, the 10% not responding still drives me nuts. My attitude is once the program roles out and gains it’s first, and second success, the ten-percenters will come along as well. Be compelling, be beyond excited, be positive – if you believe you are calling with a product or service that will definitely improve the functionality, productivity, and profitability of a company, and that belief is born from solid research and experience, keep calling until the CEO, President or owner of the company tells you to stop!…; Added by Jack Young at 3:49pm on May 13, 2009

Blog Post: The Basics - What Are Yours?: Basics – I use this word frequently when talking with my teams. It’s usually during a pep talk “…don’t forget the basics…” or when someone has made a mistake and to me it was a “basic mistake”.…; Added by Mark Sullivan at 11:21am on April 22, 2010

Blog Post: Clarify Your Purpose: "Our firm's growth was twenty percent last year, and I'm still frustrated," he said. He was a new client, running a $30 Million a year fee-based professional services firm in San Francisco. His…; Added by Scott Love at 2:05pm on May 28, 2012

Blog Post: Objections

Greetings from the Jungle! Been quite a hectic January so far…

Added by Maurice Robertson at 12:55pm on January 29, 2017

Topic: How to Protect Your Data By Increasing Cloud Security: here are numerous benefits to cloud adoption, the threats are just as prevalent. Exploited vulnerabilities can easily result in corrupted data, system hijackings, and the loss of consumer confidence. For those looking to safely harness the power of cloud technology, here’s how to protect your data by increasing cloud security. A Public vs. Private Cloud Deciding between a public or private cloud is a starting point for security strategy, and many struggle with this choice. A public cloud is often cheaper, as your data shares space with other organizations. It’s also quicker to implement, but has vulnerabilities inherent in multiple companies connecting to the same space. If one of these organizations suffers a breach, your data is at risk. On the other hand, a private cloud is tailored to your business and only your business. There is no shared space, and nobody else is connecting to the realm where your data is held. Due to this level of customization and increased security, a private cloud is more expensive to implement. There is no hard and fast rule, but smaller organizations generally gravitate to a public cloud as it grants them robust capabilities at a lower cost. Local Backups are Necessary Regardless of the cloud chosen, there is still room for increasing cloud security. A tech mantra that holds true now more than ever, it’s vital to backup often. The cloud is a wonderful capability-expanding innovation, but it cannot be relied upon 100%. If all your data housed in a cloud suddenly becomes corrupted, your organization must have a way to carry on basic operations. The truth is most organizations do not have the server space or resources necessary to back up every single piece of data on their own. In such a case, backup the most critical business data, as much as possible, on private business servers. From there, understand what backup capabilities your cloud service provider employs. Some may be automatically backing up all uploads, and some may not. Likewise, simply pouring every piece of data into a cloud with its own backup is not necessarily the best strategy. Certain sensitive pieces of information are best left completely out of the reach of any cloud. Thoughtfully choosing what type of data should enter a cloud environment is a necessary part of any strong cloud security plan. Defense Through Data Encryption One of the most common strategies to protect your data in the cloud is through encrypting it. Some cloud services offer their own levels of encryption, wherein they password protect or scramble your data prior to placing it in their environment. Then, when you want to access your data, it is quickly decoded into its normal discernable format. Regardless of whether your cloud service encrypts data or not, you can still personally encrypt the data prior to another organization even touching it to achieve a second layer of security. A new “Rowhammer” cloud attack method has been able to beat many encryption programs by stealing the keys. While double encryption may slow things down, it will still be worth the extra security to combat such attacks. IoT Technology Vulnerabilities Your data in the cloud can be accessed through any internet connection, and it’s easy to forget about many “smart” tech devices in a business. The Internet of Things revolution has brought us smart phones, smart TVs, and even smart light bulbs, but each of these items can bring a vulnerability to your cloud. Consider every device at your business that has internet capabilities, and turn off that function if it is not truly necessary. Considering that Target’s massive 2013 breach was orchestrated through an internet-enabled air conditioning system, IoT is not something to ignore. Don’t Overlook the Little Things With so many high-level measures for increasing cloud security, it’s important not to overlook the more common actions that can keep your environment safe. Requiring employees to use intricate passwords and change them regularly is a basic strategy, and yet 90% of passwords can be cracked within an hour. Even more surprising, over 10,500 organizations neglected to even bother with a password for their database software, and succumbed to a recent widespread security breach. In addition to passwords, educate employees on how to notice suspicious activity or spot questionable links. Update software often, as updates contain security patches for vulnerabilities. Implement proven antivirus software that doesn’t just catch a breach after the fact, but is proactive and alerts you to any attempts being made against your cloud. Lastly, read the small print in agreements with your cloud service provider to understand what rights they are claiming to your data. Increasing Cloud Security The average company has over 23 cloud-related security incidents each month. When it only takes one to cause devastation, it’s clear that cloud security must be a priority and a concrete plan is necessary. Security strategy is a critical business area where engaging with IT consulting experts can be cost-effective and the most efficient way to move forward. For those looking for cloud security assistance, Smart Resources can provide the expertise needed to ease your mind. …; Added by Smart Resources at 12:36pm on May 15, 2017

Blog Post: The Benefits Of Videos In E-Learning

With the arrival of e-learning, long gone are the…

Added by David Simmons at 8:14am on October 2, 2020

Blog Post: How to Get Your Business in Touch with the Low Touch Economy: There is still a certain sense that things may never been fully the same as before the world went into lockdown. With social behaviours and etiquette sharply changing, how can businesses built…; Added by Alicia Walker at 6:24am on May 18, 2021

Blog Post: 'Tis The Season To Be Thankful: So much to be thankful for. That's the subject of this week's post. I thought a lot about what I wanted to write this week, with so much going on.

It appears at times that life gives you a…; Added by Mike Rasmussen at 12:26am on November 22, 2008