LeBron James is Further Proof that Elite Talent Is Always Welcomed Back
If you have even a passing interest in sports, you're probably aware of the story of LeBron James. Actually, a lot of people who hate sports have probably heard about...
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[SURVEY] Lack of Experience Is the Biggest Issue Entry-Level Professionals Have
A recent survey done by Resume Target on LinkedIn confirmed what entry-level professionals already know when looking for a job and going to job interviews: the biggest problem breaking into...
9 Ways to Get the Most Out of LinkedIn
I once wrote that LinkedIn is when Facebook and Twitter meet for coffee. I explain LinkedIn to my clients and friends in one sentence: “LinkedIn is Facebook for Professionals only”....
LinkedIn: When Facebook and Twitter Meet For Coffee
As an executive recruiter and head hunter, let me start by saying that I have helped clients use just about every means of social media in their quest for a...
How Social Media Got Me a Job at Google
Earl was a recent graduate and unemployed software engineer. He began developing a job search strategy by applying to websites, including Monster, Beyond and CareerBuilder, and by connecting with members...
Recruiter Amos Tayts: My Philosophy on Resumes
About 20 years ago, I foresaw that the resume would be the next evolution in the hiring process. At the time, the Curriculum Vitae (CV) was the norm. Resume is...
A Lesson on Dressing for a Successful Interview
Personal story from recruiter Amos Tayts... I’ll never forget the ‘60s sci-fi story about the world ending because of the leading characters’ dirty fingernails. It reminds me of a personal...
Ride Your Natural Talents to Your Next Job
Amy Bolyard worked as a human resources executive for mortgage broker company Equity Consultants, LLC, which was repeatedly named one of Entrepreneur Magazine's Hot 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the...
What end of the Talent Pool are you in?
It is sink or swim out in the job market today. Whether laid-off or gainfully employed, I often ask my clients about their key motivation during a job search –...