Category Archives: Ask a Recruiter

5 Must-Read Resources for Job-Seeking Recruiters

The new year is here, bringing with it a flood of resolutions, personal and professional goals, and #NewYearNewMe social media posts. And for recruiters seeking a career change, January is often a good time to kick off the job search. If you’re on the self-improvement bandwagon and are starting to think about the next step […]

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Recruiting Roundup: Our Favorite Articles from December

It’s the holiday season, which hopefully means you’re winding down your recruiting strategy for the year and are getting ready for a few well-deserved days off. Before you cozy up with a hot chocolate, string a few lights and put up your out-of-office message, gear up for 2020 with a few of our favorite recruiting […]

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#AskARecruiter: What’s the Most Inspiring Thing About Your Work?

Recruiting is a deeply human business. The first job out of college or an unexpected career change can be a major life event, and recruiters must be equipped to guide candidates through a series of delicate decisions. And while candidates’ needs often get the most attention as they embark upon a career search, it’s also […]

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Ask the Expert: Should You Expect Candidates To Send You A Thank You Note?

Earlier this year, the internet exploded over a viral tweet from a hiring manager who claimed she doesn’t extend offers to candidates unless they send a thank you note. The Twittersphere revolted in full force, with pushback ranging from job seekers who were upset that something as arbitrary as a thank you note could override […]

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#AskARecruiter: What’s the Biggest Challenge Facing Talent Acquisition?

At Yello’s 2019 STRIVE conference, speaker Stacey Wetterer, Director of Management Programs at Cintas, said, “If you are 100% sure you’ve found the right candidate, you’ll be right 75% of the time.” Her comment makes you wonder—if you’re making the wrong hiring decision 25% of the time, how much is it costing your company (in […]

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The 2019 HR Media Study: Hot Topics + Key Insights

There’s no shortage of influential voices that are driving meaningful conversations about HR trends and technologies, and are shaping the future of talent acquisition. But what exactly are today’s biggest HR names talking about the most? If you’re in the talent acquisition world, you could likely rattle off a few recent hot topics — AI, employer […]

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