People have networked throughout human history. At its core, networking is about building relationships through the sharing of expertise and/or resources. Today, we know networking is critical for companies and careers. Still, many find the concept slightly daunting. Fortunately, knowing the “why” behind networking provides motivation, and knowing the ...

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Why use a 3rd party or agency recruiter? If it’s a reputable, thoughtful and professional recruiter the answer is simple – they will make your life easier.  On the flip side, an unprofessional recruiter can certainly make your life more complicated and frustrating. If you’re a candidate, a good recruiter will have a deep network and the necessary reso...

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I have over 15 years of experience as a recruiter on both the agency side and in-house and I wanted to share 4 tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile.  For some ideas on how I use LinkedIn, check out my LinkedIn profile. If this section is not part of your profile, make sure you add it.  The Skills section of LinkedIn’s site is relatively new and st...

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A positive candidate experience is one of the most critical components to a company’s recruiting strategy. It starts with the first contact, and ends after the interview process is completed, regardless if it ends after the phone screen/interview or offer stage. Here are some suggestions on how to best achieve a positive candidate experience: From the fi...

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LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network with more than 160 million members.  The basic service is free and for casual users of the service, is probably adequate.  However, LinkedIn offers three premium accounts (Business, Business Plus and Executive) that provide access to powerful tools enabling you to easily find, contact and manage your ...

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