February 2009 Blog Posts (293)

Seeking a job paying 250K, give or take 200K

In order to be unaware of the current global economic crisis a person would quite literally have to be living in a cave actively avoiding contact with the outside world. As such I'll forego beating the proverbially dead horse since we all know how bad things are.

Because of the down market, people are getting a bit more desperate for employment. This is also not a shocker. This desperation can lead people down a few different routes, a few of which are interesting, but only one of… Continue

Added by Gino Conti on February 10, 2009 at 2:12pm — No Comments

Recruiting Blog

Hey guys!! Thanks for checking out my page. My name is Tom and I currently work for an IT staffing firm as a technical recruiter. Back in December I started a blog on some of the day to day challenges or experiences I encountered through my job. After going strong for over a month I can say that I have really enjoyed blogging so far. When I first got going I emailed my blog to my 1st Degree LinkedIn connections and it was suggested to me that I bring my blog to… Continue

Added by Tom Sweeney on February 10, 2009 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Networking: Old AND New

I am a big fan and true believer in social media and Web 2.0 technology, and I feel they are excellent tools for us to leverage.

These tools have brought a new level to the way we do business and communicate with one another. They make it easier for us to e-mail our contacts or simply “shout out” a comment to someone via Facebook or Twitter. And they have created a fantastic way for me to find new candidates; candidates I would never have had access to before and can now communicate with… Continue

Added by Chernee Vitello on February 10, 2009 at 1:50pm — No Comments

Cash is king...

We've all heard the phrase "cash is king" and probably hear that today more than ever. Why? Keep in mind that this is overly general but I'm just trying to illustrate a point. In today's economy we hear a lot about companies that borrowed extensively to fuel their growth and now the underlying assets that secured those loans are worth a lot less. In extreme cases that puts those companies upside down - meaning they owe more than the collateralized assets are worth. One way for these companies… Continue

Added by Michael Johnson on February 10, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Taboo

To freshen my recollection of Ginzburg and his magazine, I looked at the New York Times obit, published the day after his death. He was lionized as "a taboo-busting editor and publisher, who helped set off the sexual revolution in the 1960s with Eros magazine and was imprisoned for sending it through the United States mail in a case decided by the Supreme Court..." The Times described Eros as "a stunningly designed 'magbook' devoted to eroticism...… Continue

Added by Maureen Sharib on February 10, 2009 at 11:29am — No Comments

Slick - LI for Gen Y?

Thanks to ERE for the heads-up on this:Zumeo

Added by Maureen Sharib on February 10, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

Chad N Cheez is BACK!

The player won't work with the RBC platform so check out the podcast here.

In this "Transition Edition" Joel and I talk about veteran hiring, why vets make great hires, the economy and of course… Continue

Added by Chad Sowash on February 10, 2009 at 10:29am — No Comments

My Favorite Super Bowl commercial

Using an 80's Mr. Mister song to hit the proper demographic.… Continue

Added by Chad Sowash on February 10, 2009 at 7:49am — 1 Comment

ReferYes Opens in Private Beta

Today ReferYes.com opened in private beta. In the last month, ReferYes received invitation requests by interested users to access its system. Today ReferYes sent invitations for the first group of users and more invitations will be sent out every day.

ReferYes is a referral marketplace where a professional network of sourcers provides recruiters with information about qualified candidates that fit the employer’s criteria for a certain job opening. In ReferYes anyone can become a… Continue

Added by Rami Madi on February 10, 2009 at 5:36am — No Comments

Pardon me while I answer my cell phone and commit other interview blunders...

I love being connected; perhaps a bit too much because getting away becomes more and more difficult the more technology I add to my life. However, there are times when it is completely inappropriate to take advantage of that which instant connectivity has to offer. Specifically I’m referring to answering your cell in the middle of an interview.

I have been working on a position in the treasury group of my company and called a very promising looking candidate today. When I asked if it… Continue

Added by Gino Conti on February 9, 2009 at 4:41pm — 6 Comments

Facebook Helps Employers Get In Touch With Desired Candidates

Social Networks, like reality television, aren't going anywhere. But unlike reality television, social networks can be useful as well as fun.

In his article for ERE, Realizing the Power of Facebook, Raghav Singh discusses effective methods that companies can - and in his opinion - should use in order to attract Gen Y entry level job… Continue

Added by Candice Arnold on February 9, 2009 at 4:32pm — No Comments

Looking for good Account Executives who can help us grow our business!

Check us out at www.kingsley-rose.com

We are currently looking for experienced Account Executives for our Indianapolis office

Please contact me at brent.shopp@kingsley-rose.com

Added by Brent Shopp on February 9, 2009 at 3:41pm — No Comments

Who should I follow on Twitter? Quick and Easy Tips.

For many people, especially those new to Twitter, one of the big questions about this popular application is, "who should I follow?" Well, there are many good answers to this, all depending on your purpose for using Twitter. But there are a few shortcuts you can use that will make life simpler and get your Twitter neighborhood growing quickly.

First, find someone else on Twitter who has your same position or interests and…

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Added by Craig Fisher on February 9, 2009 at 2:26pm — 3 Comments

The Col. Jessep approach to recruiting

Son, we live in a world that has walls, and those walls have to be infiltrated by recruiters with phones and keyboards. Whose gonna do it? You? You, Lt. Weinburg? I have a greater responsibility than you could possibly fathom.... You have the luxury of not knowing what I know. That Wall Street's death, while tragic, probably saved lives. And that my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, is the key to hiring top talent. You don't want the truth because deep down in places… Continue

Added by Steve Levy on February 9, 2009 at 2:21pm — No Comments

Everybody loves Raymond: Lucky Suit interview and Facebook

You thought it was bad when a parent would come to an interview, now this.

[you must view both these videos - MUST]…

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Added by Steve Levy on February 9, 2009 at 1:22pm — No Comments

Is it really that bad? Nope...

Too much fear mongering not enough reality and action

Added by Steve Levy on February 9, 2009 at 12:00pm — 10 Comments

Working moms look to Michelle Obama for change

CINCINNATI (Reuters) – Maternity leave. Affordable child-care. Flexible work arrangements. When first lady Michelle Obama said she wanted to help working women balance career and family, American moms applauded -- and immediately came up with a wish-list of policy changes.

"I'm so psyched she is bringing this issue to the forefront," said Geniene Pernotto, 43, a… Continue

Added by Maureen Sharib on February 9, 2009 at 10:39am — No Comments

DID SARAH PALIN SUFFER GENDER ABUSE?

Peggy McKee was recently a guest on The Recruiting Animal Show.

She led a rowdy discussion about the problems women encounter in the working world.

Maureen Sharib urged me to devote an entire episode to gender issues.

WE NEED YOUR STORIES and ideas.

Call in… Continue

Added by Maureen Sharib on February 9, 2009 at 9:53am — 1 Comment

Greed is Good!

A catch cry of the 80's! A time of opulence, bad style and probably even worse music. It was the predecessor of the last recession, a time most famously known in Australia as "the recession we had to have". We may look back and snicker and scorn, but what will the next generation say about us? I think my hair and suit will stand the test of time, but who knows :)

Did "Greed is Good" make a comeback? Like the fashion? If not, what will people in the… Continue

Added by Dan Nuroo on February 9, 2009 at 8:47am — No Comments

Write a Blog Post, Win $1,000

I just announced a blog post contest that I wanted to share with the RBC Community. Topics can include marketing, HR, recruiting, social media, and social networking.

Good luck!
Jason

Added by Jason Buss on February 9, 2009 at 8:41am — No Comments