Today, Mark and Gerry of CareerXRoads released their latest 2010 Source of Hire Report.

 

Two of the most notable changes in the numbers this year are the following:

* Job boards became the #2 source of new hires, behind referrals.

* Social media sites still don't account for a large percentage of hires.

 

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Today, LinkedIn file their initial intent to for a LinkedIn IPO.

 

Here are some interesting facts about that came out in the IPO filing:

* LinkedIn will be the first US based Social Networking site to go public.

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For the last 50+ years the US has been importing the top intellectual minds from developing countries, through offering subsidized education, the promise of full-time employment, and a better standard of living… ie “The American Dream”.



As these Top Immigrant Intellects completed their degrees, masters programs, and PhD’s, US companies snatched them up with lucrative visa policies and wages that provided a very high standard of living, compared to their home countries. Today, many of… Continue

You NEED a Social Strategy! Even a basic one!



Your top recruits are already using sites like LinkedIn, FaceBook, and Twitter.

They’re out there looking for you!



What are they finding?



We are here!

We are a great company to work for!

Come, see for yourself!



or



We don’t get it!”

We don’t care!”



Even if you have a company presence on LinkedIn, Twitter, or FaceBook, Do you know what it says? Or who wrote… Continue

Twitter is growing exponentially. Employer’s are using Twitter and other social sites to research job applicants. But still, few job seekers have no idea how to use Twitter for a job search.



One of the primary drivers of twitter growth has been the ability to share and find… Continue

Has Cheezhead lost his mind, selling to Jobing.com?



On, September 9, 2009, Jobing.com announced the acquisition of the Cheezhead Group, with infamous HR blogger, Joel Cheesman.



Why would a Aaron Matos, CEO of Jobing.com, want to buy a notoriously outspoken blogger?



While the answer might seem strange, but Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is probably the #1 reason.



Over the years, Jobing.com has been purchasing a lot of undervalued or distressed… Continue

45% of Employers are using Social Networking sites to research job seekers.



CareerBuilder recently polled 2,667 hiring managers about their use of social networking in the recruiting process. The results of the poll are something that every job seeker, no matter what level of experience or industry should come to understand.



The job search rules have changed. The process of simply applying with a resume, no longer exists. Employers have access to the social networking… Continue

The Tribune bankruptcy might cause a major shake up in the Internet Recruiting market.



Tribune Co. is a 40% owner of CareerBuilder.

Chapter 11 bankruptcy, means the creditors, owners, and a judge have to sort out the debts, and where the money is going to come from.



One possibility is a sale of Tribune's share in CareerBuilder.

Who would buy? Good question. Microsoft could be a buyer. They already own 4% of Careerbuilder. They also have cash, which is what… Continue