Recruitment It Aint Rocket Science!

Recruitment It Aint Rocket Science! It ain’t rocket science or is it? I have always held the premise that recruitment is not rocket science. It is a  sales process ultimately that, if the right approach is taken, can actually be fairly simple. So why oh why do so many recruiters complicate it or even make it look harder than it actually needs to be? I don’t know about you, but I am always comparing myself to my social circle and wondering if: Could I do their job? Could they do my job? Most importantly, whose job is easier? I ask you: would you even consider becoming a teacher? Strangely, at least 3 very close friends of mine have chosen this profession in recent years and actually have become very accomplished teachers they utilise commercial management techniques in a very political and archaic structure (well, in their schools anyway, not naming names!) and they have all commented that they think their new career is much harder work than any recruitment role they ever had. I personally can’t imagine working the hours they do (and they DO work long hours, it isn’t all about the 12 weeks holiday a year, honestly!) for a starting salary of £21k! Even a senior teacher in management will peak at about £40k and if they dared to work out their hourly rate teaching is truly a vocation, you aren’t doing it for the money! I adore my own kids but all day every day with 30+ kids? Nah, you’re ok thanks! I have other friends who are quite senior within healthcare, two in particular a Consultant Neurologist and a Senior Community Sister. On a daily basis, they are facing life and death on behalf of their patients. The Consultant has to deal with telling new parents that their newborn child is mortally brain damaged and the Sister has to visit patients literally dying of cancer. They have an inner strength that comes from somewhere to allow them to be able to still come home and live relatively normal (what is normal?) lives with their own families. What do recruiters do? So, when I think about what we do as recruiters (and I am not dismissive in any way as you all know), don’t you think, just how much I LOVE recruitment it makes you stop and think. STOP making it so darn hard! Simple process: Speak to candidate gain trust and exclusivity (ideally), build up knowledge to be able to match them accurately to your client base. Speak to client Discuss your candidate with client, whom you have built up a partnership with so you know who they need. Feedback promptly and candidly throughout the process to both parties and without prejudice. Ensure timely process, manage expectations accordingly. Manage notice period Candidate is offered role and manage their notice period. Finalise all contract information and ensure client is satisfied. I have jumped just a few steps ok a LOT of steps but surely if you are reading this, I don’t need to teach you how to suck eggs.. You get my point though. Which part of that process is actually life and death? Which part of that process isn’t actually really pleasant and exciting and interesting to be changing someone’s life? Why cant recruiters love their job? And that is another really important point. The one thing that has kept me as passionate 15 years later. I really care and love changing people’s lives by finding them their perfect career move. What is wrong with admitting and saying.naySHOUTING that out loud?! Why don’t recruiters feel blessed to be financially rewarded for a process that is also altruistic, truly a great sense of job satisfaction too?? What other job could you do that can earn you a fantastic package? I regularly meet recruiters who earn £50-80k a year and they aren’t even 30 years old! You would have to be a headteacher or GP working 100 hours a week to be earning that, surely? And no one dies? (well metaphorically speaking, sometimes they may just do if they haven’t prepared enough for the interview!!) Do you catch my drift? Recruitment is a privilege we are creating a new career for each and every candidate and for the client and we are fulfilling their plan for growth. Enjoy that privilege, it is an opportunity to be creative, to do something special stop overcomplicating it, ruining it and just be grateful to work in our very wonderful sector. What do you think? Is recruitment a simple process? Have you recently become a recruiter and you agree with what I have said, perhaps you have changed sectors yourself? I would love to know what you think.

Writing a Good Resume Headline

Writing a Good Resume HeadlineWriting a good resume headline is very important. The resume is what will land you the job and leave you with the paycheck. Therefore, it is critical that you are well written and appealing to the potential employer. You will be allowed to send your resume to the company you want to work for, but they will not read it if they do not like it.A good resume headline has a specific objective in mind. It must be a way of communicating what the person will be learning from the document. Let's say you want to learn how to operate your new computer. So the headline should be something like 'This Manual Leads To The Basic Operating Instructions.' This will have the potential to attract the attention of the employer, as opposed to something like 'Learn How To Do Your Own Car Care.'Not everyone reads every one of the important parts of the resume. And if they don't then the resume is worthless. So you must make sure you have all the information in the opening parag raph of the resume in order to get noticed. If not, you are wasting your time.There is one common phrase that people use to put their name at the top of the resume. They don't even remember where they first heard it or who told them it was a good idea. I heard this phrase in a presentation by a future employer. He told me he had read my resume online and that I had impressed him. If you want to impress someone, tell them!The next most common headline for resumes is the ever-popular 'Find Out How To Get Your Dream Job.' This is great if you want to leave a lasting impression and if you have any skills or experience you want the employer to know about. If not, please refrain from putting that at the top of your resume.You may be able to figure out if the headline is relevant to your specific position and the opening paragraph. If you cannot, do not add it. You will only waste your time and create potential headache and unnecessary tension for yourself.A very common resume headline is 'Would You Like To Know What The Benefits Of This Offer Is?' This is more personal and tells the potential employer that you feel that this is someone you would be good for the job. There is no need to give away anything that the employer can guess or decide for themselves. Use your common sense and make sure the words you are using are getting across what you want to convey. You will be shocked at how many employers will give you a chance if you use your resume properly.Writing a good resume headline is really the first step to making sure your resume is well written and appealing to the employer. When the employer sees your resume he or she will know exactly what it is you want. So do not be afraid to put your best foot forward.

Myths About Alcohol Addiction

Myths About Alcohol Addiction Alcohol education is hit-or-miss in most parts of the world, and America is no exception. We tend to get told all-or-nothing messages like, “All alcohol is evil,”  or, “It’s not a big deal at all,” rather than get actual information on how alcohol works and how to make sure we can handle it in an appropriate manner. Some people are more susceptible to alcohol misuse than others, and it’s important to be able to recognize the warning signs. Myth: Binge drinking is normal Binge drinking is when you drink a lot of alcohol in a short amount of time with the intent of getting really drunk. If someone is chugging shots like their life depends on it, then he or she is probably binge drinking. It’s easier to get wasted with hard liquor like vodka or whiskey, although some people will also drink an entire 12-pack of beer to achieve roughly the same effect. Binge drinking at any age isn’t “normal,” although it’s considered more acceptable at certain times in life. If you’ve ever been to a college party, you’ve almost certainly seen people binge drinking. Some people can binge drink in college and simply outgrow it by deciding they’re tired of throwing up, or they’re tired of waking up with the world’s worst hangover. There are also people for whom binge drinking marks the start of a lifelong problem with alcohol. Generally speaking, the more often someone binge drinks, the more likely it is he or she has issues with alcohol dependency. That’s not the only thing that matters, but it’s an important one. But if someone can’t drink any alcohol at all without getting plastered, that’s concerning, regardless of if the person does that once a year or every other weekend. Think about your habits when you buy alcohol. Whether you’re a college kid in Lawrence, Kansas, or a successful businessperson in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, you should be able to buy alcohol without going overboard. Myth: A DUI arrest isn’t a big deal Some people, especially younger ones, seem to think that getting arrested for driving under the influence isn’t a huge deal. They may feel this way because a first-offense DUI is generally a misdemeanor rather than a felony. But don’t let the word “misdemeanor” fool you. In most states, you’re still looking at fines that could exceed thousands of dollars, plus a strong possibility that your license will be suspended temporarily. Jail time can also happen if you don’t bother hiring a criminal defense attorney. A DUI charge is not a parking ticket. You can’t just go online to pay a small fine and never think about it again. Aside from the possible legal consequences, a person who gets a DUI also needs to look at his or her own relationship with alcohol. Again, not knowing your own limits in regards to alcohol is a sign you may have a deeper issue with the substance. Responsible adults make plans in advance if they know they’ll be doing anything more than very light drinking that night. There’s no excuse not to call a cab or get a ride from a sober friend. It’s reckless and arrogant to risk the lives of yourself and others simply because you don’t want to go through the hassle of retrieving your car the next day.

Comparing The Perfect Option to The Best Option - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Comparing The Perfect Option to The Best Option - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Can you afford perfection? Do you need to? I was talking with someone the other day and they said the following: Too many people  want to hold out for The Perfect Option and they never finish. Instead they should be focusing on The Best Option. Where they can get something done and move on to the next thing. So, the question posed at the beginning of this post is … Can you afford perfection? I think the answer is both yes and no. There are times when perfection is needed, but when perfection is sought it’s almost impossible to finish. So, at what point do you just ship it and go with The Best Option? Perfection … by  definition: 1. The condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects. If you take the definition of perfection at face value you will realize that eventually you will need to consider the task “good enough” and at this point realize that you are confident enough that you can go with what you have as The Best Option. Call It What You Want Seth Godin says Just Ship It in his book Linchpin. And as I wrote about in a post in 2011 about his book … Your Goal is to be the one that SHIPS. In order to be the one that ships you will need to make the hard decisions, you will need to make trade offs and you will need to Ask The Hard Questions. A few ways to think about Comparing The Perfect Option  to  The Best Option. When you are doing it right you will be able to say these about yourself, your team and your projects. The good news is … when you do so consistently so will others. Ship It Move The Needle Make Something Happen So, call it what you want and when you do, you will Stand Out in Your Career and you will be remembered as well as sought out. Your reputation will precede you and you will be recognized for your ability to Seek Perfection while going for The Best Option. Good luck in your efforts and I look forward to seeing what you ship next.

Changing Resume Writing Tips

Changing Resume Writing TipsIt can be difficult to find someone with the same occupation as yourself to write a resume for, and it is even more difficult to know how to transform it into something you might find easier to use for a change of career. I'll share some tips to help you get started on your change of career.What industries have you been in? When you are looking for a new job, you will need to understand what industries you have worked in before. This is an important first step because it will help you write a resume that is relevant and hopefully could help you land a new job.What experience do you have with many different companies? When you are trying to find a new job, a lot of people tend to settle on one company or one line of work. You can easily find yourself stuck in this same line of work.Many people feel nervous about their writing skills and how they can transform a resume into something they might find easier to write. Sometimes, a simple tweak here and there c an give you a completely different resume. This might take some experimentation and self-motivation, but it is possible.Your last piece of advice, when it comes to writing a professional resume, is to put yourself in a positive light. A good writing style will make a resume more believable and will show you are confident and well written. If you've ever felt your own confidence grow weak, you know how important it is to start feeling more positive about yourself every day.Some tips for writing a new resume might include things like making sure the job duties are clear and that you clearly identify yourself in your cover letter. You can also break down and list your previous jobs. You may be surprised at how easy it is to work your way out of the same rut and get to a new job.While it might sound good to work on your resume as often as possible, it might be a good idea to sit down and restructure your life in some way. Find a hobby that you enjoy doing, or turn down work. Don't wait until your resume has no chance of being seen by the potential employer.Change of career is a big decision. Sometimes, it can be hard to find the right fit for yourself. If you want to find a better job, you can start by changing your resume to one that will get you noticed by the job-hunting companies.

Reviewing Career Goals

Reviewing Career Goals Remember that yearly career plan you and your boss came up with awhile back? Have you been ignoring it? Thats okay but lets get you into the habit of reviewing that yearly plan. Heres a quarterly plan for reviewing last years annual review and preparing for this years. Q1 The first quarter is typically the toughest to make progress since theres no real sense of urgency. However, Q1 presents the most opportunity because often times you are adjusting to new plans and arent running at full steam. This is a great time to take care of smaller goals on your list, particularly personal/professional development ones. More importantly make sure you have gotten rid of any bad behaviors your boss noted in your review. Q2 The second quarter is when programs are often in full swing. Its time to make sure you have started towards your goals and have a plan for accomplishing them. Go over the details, look at your new goals and start setting up reminders and putting things in place. If you are busy with projects thats fine but make sure you are performing in the ways your boss hopes to see this year. Its a good idea to have a conversation or two with your boss about the adjustments that you are making. This way he or she sees them and you get clarity on what your boss expects. Q3 The third quarter is when you try to complete most of your goals leaving the fourth quarter of the year for any goals that were tougher, needed more time or changed on you. It wont be easy because youll be pretty busy but you want to make sure you demonstrate your improvement or your success on your biggest projects. Now is also the time to force yourself to address those tougher goals youve been ignoring, especially if youll need to invest some time on them. Q4 This is it! The fourth quarter is when you should be moving your goals to 90%+ accomplished. Time will pass quickly and it will be easy to let things slide to the last month dont! If any of your goals are not applicable, talk to your boss immediately. Do this in the first month in case your boss decides to modify it or create a new one in place of another. Achieving your yearly career goals is the number one way to get a raise or a promotion. Tackle your goals for your sake so that you continue developing your career. Punching out your yearly goals is a small way to get the maximum reward from your hard work throughout the year.

The Art of Hosting Good Conversations Online - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

The Art of Hosting Good Conversations Online - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog I took a spin on the net looking for material on hosting, which was made kinda difficult by the fact that in an internet context, hosting most often means the technical hosting of an application or a site on a server somewhere. Anyway, one interesting link I did find was an article by Howard Rheingold called The Art of Hosting Good Conversations Online. This fits extremely well with the ideas on hosting that Im trying to develop, and almost all the points made apply to both online and offline hosting. Excellent stuff! Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related