Category Archives: Recruiting

Help! We Aren’t Getting The Talent We Need

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Patti Kenyon

Have you heard this before? It usually comes from managers that post job after job but never really get the talent they need. Well, there is a reason for that, and it requires you to take a good look at … Continue reading →

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Three Sure Fire Ways to Tick Off Your Recruiter

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Patti Kenyon

I love recruiting!  It’s an incredibly rewarding profession as I get to help a lot of people find their next career.  Over the years, I’ve had great candidates and some not so great.  I decided to dedicate this blog to … Continue reading →

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References, Worth It Or Not?

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Patti Kenyon

I don’t know what all the steps of your hiring process are, but I’ll bet there is a spot for checking applicant references.   My question is why do we do it? The idea of reference checking is by all … Continue reading →

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Running the Hiring Guantlet

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Patti Kenyon

“Why is your company’s hiring process so long?” Great question right?  I’m sure at some point you’ve either asked this question and/or had it asked of you.  My answer usually depends on the position. The higher the level, the more … Continue reading →

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Characteristics of a Recruiter

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Patti Kenyon

I’m often asked by people interested in the staffing industry, what characteristics make a good recruiter.  While there are many, I’ve narrowed it down to what I feel are a few key qualities. Curiosity Having an innate curiosity helps a … Continue reading →

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The Elusive Purple Squirrel

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Patti Kenyon

Everyone wants one.  That highly sought after candidate that is the absolute perfect fit for your position that you’ve had open forever, but you can’t find.   Do they even exist?  The harsh reality is no, they don’t.  Not unless there … Continue reading →

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Are you a bad hiring manager?

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Patti Kenyon

Sometimes, finding a job can be difficult.  If you’ve never had to experience what a job hunter goes through then goody for you.  You’re one of the fortunate ones so relish it.  But if you have experienced it, you know … Continue reading →

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Misconceptions About Recruiters

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Patti Kenyon

I’m a Recruiter.  I say that with a lot of pride and maybe a little child-like naivety that everyone feels the same way I do.  Imagine my surprise while speaking to a candidate I hear, “Oh, you Recruiters are all … Continue reading →

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