In part 1 of this article, I wrote about why it is so important to keep our candidate database current, really current! You can increase your candidate shelf-life through email, in particular, bur remember to limit your efforts. After all, sending a message that says, in so many words, “I want to know how to reach [...]
Increasing Candidate Shelf-Life (Part 2 of 2)
September 11th, 2008
Increasing Candidate Shelf-Life (Part 1 of 2)
September 10th, 2008
The most neglected resource in the personnel services industry is our database of candidates. The database is also commonly considered the most valuable material asset we possess. Most owners and practitioners would admit that they could do a much better job of keeping their candidate records current. Those same industry professionals believe that 70% of the [...]
The Dow is creeping up to record highs. The housing market is exploding much to the surprise of economic “experts.” Consumer confidence is great. The “Fed” is grumbling about inflation. Clients are hiring again. Okay, why then do so many recruiters complain about how tough things are today, particularly where [...]
from the The Fordyce Letter archives
Where Do You Belong In The Recruiting Food Chain
October 1st, 2005
My first journey to the Emerald Coast beaches of the Florida panhandle began with a stern warning from the resident lifeguard. He imparted upon me his wisdom and the reality of this intended day of fun and SPF 30, “When you go into that water remember that there are two kinds of fish out there, [...]
Recruiters everywhere are on the brink of a great period in our industry. The New Year is just a few weeks away and this recruiter is more excited about the business than ever before. I have seen several periods of economic recession and recovery in the last three decades. This one offers more opportunity [...]
If Indiana Jones had been a recruiter, he would have certainly been great at gathering names. He saw no obstacle as impenetrable, no opponent as undefeatable and was always ready for the hunt. The most valuable characteristic of “Indy” was his constant state of readiness and capacity to think on his feet. [...]
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