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Size Matters...Company size that is!

We all know that in IT technical skills and experience are highly transferable and its nice to know that in these tough economic times you can change from one declining industry to a more stable or growing industry. However, one of the things that we are seeing in recent years that is making such a change more difficult is that of the size of your current organization. Yes, size matters to your ability to switch positions, and specifically the size and scope of your role and function needs to… Continue

Added by bill martineau on October 29, 2008 at 11:14am — No Comments

TalentManagementTech Delivers Applicant Tracking Insight

Anyone that has recently been looking for an applicant tracking system (ATS) has more than likely discovered the large number of solutions and vendors out there. While I remain loyal to JobDig Tracker, I found that TalentManagementTech offers a medium for HR professionals and recruiters to browse around different ATS solution information that is provided directly from vendors. In addition, you can find… Continue

Added by Jake Stupak on October 29, 2008 at 11:06am — No Comments

Job Interview Tip: It’s a Conversation

There are so many dos and don’ts to remember when interviewing for a job in medical sales, pharmaceutical sales, laboratory sales, clinical diagnostics sales, DNA products sales, surgical supplies sales, or biotechnology sales that it can play havoc with your confidence. One way to lessen your nerves when navigating the job interview process is to think of it less as a test, and more as a conversation. They’re finding out about you…you’re finding out about them. Easier said than done, I know,… Continue

Added by Peggy McKee on October 29, 2008 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

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Guest: Minnesota Headhunter

Topic: Your buddy in bad times, Paul DeBettingnies,
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Added by Recruiting Animal on October 29, 2008 at 9:30am — 4 Comments

Indeed's Two Masters

Jonathan Duarte asks, "If Indeed is getting most of the content from ATS’s directly, why would they continue accepting content from a duplicate source that is not adding to their brand?"

Ever felt like you were suckered into a post? Awe, what the heck...

You can't be surprised when I say Money is the answer, isn't it usually? Indeed has smartly positioned themselves as a… Continue

Added by Chad Sowash on October 29, 2008 at 8:00am — No Comments

Inquiring Minds Want to Know

Dear Claudia,

My marriage of 13 years ended a few months ago when my husband moved in with another woman. I haven’t said anything about it at work, but I know I’ll have to eventually. The holidays are coming, and I’m thinking about using up my vacation to avoid the parties and the inevitable explanations I’ll have to make about where Tom is. I’d really just like to avoid all the questions; what do you suggest?

Not Ready to Talk about It

Read my… Continue

Added by Claudia Faust on October 29, 2008 at 5:55am — No Comments

Be Like Slouch

I've always thought that Slouch was cool; as a result of getting to know him virtually, when we finally met in NYC some years back, I thought he was even cooler. You know what I'm talking about - Slouch is a smooth talking, cyber-squattin', mojo-with-a-phone homeboy from the mean streets of Toronto.

When I saw Jerry Albright's I-Wanna-Be-Like-Slouch picture (that it seems he took down after I talked to him about my idea), I knew I too wanted to be like Slouch.

So here's my… Continue

Added by Steve Levy on October 28, 2008 at 8:30pm — 7 Comments

Internet Sourcing Alters Your Brain

Gary Small, a neuroscientist at UCLA in California who specializes in brain function, has found through studies that Internet searching and text messaging has made brains more adept at filtering information and making snap decisions.

But while technology can accelerate learning and boost creativity it can have drawbacks as it can create Internet addicts whose only friends are virtual and has sparked a dramatic rise in Attention Deficit Disorder… Continue

Added by Steve Levy on October 28, 2008 at 5:25pm — No Comments

Is Recruiting going to B Easy As it Was ?

Hi,

I was wondering if recruiting will b the same everafter considering this current Global downturn

with so many companies and cut-throat competition and lack of funds how long will it take it for the market to b back to normal

Can Small Players survive?

Vij

Added by Vijay on October 28, 2008 at 5:20pm — No Comments

Defining Worth

When I talk about the quality of our Roundtable discussions, those who read this blog who are ExecuNet members will understand immediately when I say that given the financial and economic turmoil boiling around us it is both educational and comforting to be able to listen to and learn from an audience that, while deeply concerned, continues to bring much needed perspective, and dare I say it -… Continue

Added by Dave Opton on October 28, 2008 at 4:27pm — 2 Comments

US tech jobs increase, but growth slowing

US tech jobs increase, but growth slowing

The most significant growth occurred in engineering and tech services, which added 50,000 jobs, a 3.1% rise, according to data from the AeA.

By Suzanne Deffree, Managing Editor, News -- Electronic News, 10/15/2008

The United States tech industry continued to add jobs in the first seven months of the year, but at a slower rate than the same period in 2007.

According to a report released today from the AeA based on… Continue

Added by 01. Lonnie McRorey on October 28, 2008 at 4:16pm — No Comments

Best Cities to work in

The Lone Star State shines brilliantly in a list of the best places to work in the U.S. when some economists peer into their crystal balls for 2008.

Austin, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio all rank high on the latest forecast data from Moody's (nyse: MCO - news - people ) Economy.com. McAllen, Texas, is expected to have the highest job growth rate, as its leisure and hospitality, educational and health services and commercial construction jobs flourish.

"While the… Continue

Added by 01. Lonnie McRorey on October 28, 2008 at 4:00pm — No Comments

Urgent Requirement for Software Developer at Plano,TX

Hi

We have few Contract positions from Direct Client in Plano, TX. Please send across your resume & also update me Rates you will be expecting.....

The details of the openings are:-

Rates :- $50 pr/hr on corp2corp/1099

We are looking for Software Developer with strong hand on:-

• Complete understanding of the Autonomy search product and its architecture.

• Must be able to install and configure Idol and its various fetch servers.

•… Continue

Added by Shweta on October 28, 2008 at 2:30pm — No Comments

DAYAK ANYONE?

I have found a great way to supplement my income is by using Dayak to funnel candidates that I am having trouble placing. Even a squirrel finds a nut sometimes.

If you haven't checked it out, use my link. It is free with no fees.

http://www.dayak.com/?affiliate_id=1436

Added by Craig Sidell on October 28, 2008 at 1:47pm — No Comments

Where - Oh - Where have all the Rehab Therapists Gone??

This is a crazy healthcare job market right now. Not that feast or famine is a new trend, but famine is not a lot of fun. Rehab Therapy is a great market - if you can find the therapists. Crazy sign on bonuses ($20k plus 3 day 2 night vacations) make me question some companies. I mean, who gives away a vacation before you start?? Warning bells are ringing!

In this tough job market, what has been your greatest healthcare recruiting technique? I am looking to expand our… Continue

Added by Kara D. on October 28, 2008 at 1:03pm — No Comments

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Added by Recruiting Animal on October 28, 2008 at 10:41am — No Comments

October 28, 2008

Tutorial Tuesday with Ron Mason
This week Ron gives some practical advice on taking the glib out of spiel in Your Personal Value Proposition

Talent Talk Cafe with Join Jerry Albright
Get your "personal value proposition" ready for today's chat on standing out from the crowd. The conversation starts brewing 3pm ET/12 pm PT on the home page!

Added by Amitai Givertz on October 28, 2008 at 7:30am — No Comments

Recruitment Directory acquires DigitalIndustryJobs.com

Melbourne based Recruitment Directory Pty Ltd http://www.recruitmentdirectory.com.au has purchased the United Kingdom based niche job board DigitalIndustryJobs.com http://www.digitalindustryjobs.com from its existing UK owner.

Announcing the acquisition, Thomas Shaw, Managing Director of Recruitment Directory described the purchase of DigitalIndustryJobs.com as “…an ideal fit within… Continue

Added by Thomas Shaw on October 28, 2008 at 6:48am — No Comments

WANTED: Volunteers to run sourcing classes

If you have an area of sourcing that you're particularly proficient in and would like some exposure for your process(es) please consider being one of the sourcing leaders leading discussion on the Tuesday and Thursday MagicMethod Phone Sourcing Classroom Chat series.

Send me a brief synopsis of what you'd like to cover and I'll set it into a Sourcing Class Schedule… Continue

Added by Maureen Sharib on October 28, 2008 at 6:34am — 2 Comments

Specialist US media jobs board - Media Jobs Network. Introducing ourselves here

Hi as a newcomer here

... this is a quick genuine share for US media employers and job seekers in this volatile sinking market - whether you're still hiring, or out there job-hunting.

Media Jobs Network is a specialist niche jobs board for media pro's - public relations, online marketing, marketing and direct marketing, advertising, media and journalism.

Please check out mediajobs. net and either check out the low rates/high value for the employers over the big… Continue

Added by Media Jobs Network on October 28, 2008 at 12:26am — No Comments