Recruiter Real Talk

Saying goodbye is never easy, its absolute, it is something that we consider to be an unknown.  Saying goodbye is never easy; it's absolute, and it's often accompanied by a sense of uncertainty. We often find ourselves contemplating how the other person will react, whether they will be offended or assume we don't like them. To avoid such confrontations, we sometimes choose to vanish without a word. On the other hand, we might also worry that we're making a big mistake by parting ways. In the context of leaving an employer, here are a few ways to smoothly and professionally approach saying goodbye. First and foremost, remember to keep it professional. While you may have developed a bond with your employer over the years, it's important to recognize that this is ultimately a job. If something were to happen to you, your employer would need to find a replacement and keep the business running. So, it's crucial to maintain professionalism during the farewell p...

It was love at first sight. I was in awe of you. You were perfect in every way. You said all the right things and made all the right moves. This was truly “IT”, I found my perfect candidate! When Candidate Love Turns Sour: How Bad Hires Can Break Employers' Hearts It was love at first sight. I was in awe of you. You were perfect in every way. You said all the right things and made all the right moves. This was truly "IT," I found my perfect candidate! Little did I know, you were about to break my heart. As an employer, nothing stings more than realizing that a seemingly ideal hire has turned out to be a costly mistake. However, in order to prevent heartbreak and mitigate the impact of bad hires, employers must learn to swallow their pride, hire fast, and fire fast, setting ego aside in favor of making effective hiring and firing decisions. The Temptation of Perfection: When we come across a candidate who seems to embody everything we're looking for, it's ...

Hard Knock Life: How to Stand Out in a Hard Candidate Market Think about it. It's a competitive, cutthroat nightmare out there. All the job search competition trying to climb on top of each other just to get ahead. Candidates are being measured for what they can do and criticized for what they can't do. You didn't say this right, you've got to act this way, you need to build your profile just like this to get noticed. It is sheer madness, and unfortunately, it is the reality we face. So, what do we do? How do we stay ahead without losing our minds? In this dog-eat-dog world, it's essential to focus on what truly matters: your skills and the value you bring to the table. It's time to take a step back and reflect on what makes you stand out from the crowd. The bottom line is this: Do you have the skills to pay the bills? Seriously, have you developed the expertise and abilities that make you an asset in the eyes of potential employers? You are not just...