by Larry Shoemaker | Nov 2, 2018 | Blog, recruiting
Preparation is arguably the most important aspect of hiring the right person. The time invested in clarifying the role, describing ideal candidates, and establishing the selection criteria ensures emotions are only an appropriate part of the hiring decision, not a...
by Larry Shoemaker | Sep 1, 2018 | coaching, Job Search, recruiting
Labor Day is more than a holiday here in the U.S. It is the day when people and organizations change. A new sense of urgency arises. Holidays, vacations and travel are set aside for budgets, plans, goals and business activities. It is a dynamic time. Think in...
by Larry Shoemaker | Dec 14, 2017 | recruiting
Need and Want have different meanings in hiring, and understanding this is critical. Each can be appropriate and each requires a unique approach to ensure a successful recruiting process. It is important to know the difference when you are seeking to fill key...
by Larry Shoemaker | May 23, 2017 | Job Search, recruiting
Our client, the U.S. subsidiary of a European based consumer goods company with revenues exceeding $20 Billion, is recruiting a successful lawyer to be their Associate General Counsel. This subsidiary generates approximately 20% of the company’s total revenue. This...
by Larry Shoemaker | Apr 20, 2017 | Blog, recruiting
The Pareto Principle, introduced in 1906 by Italian economist Vilfredo Pareto and developed further by Joseph Juran, is widely known as the 80/20 rule. It states that in every event, 80% of the outcomes are contributed by 20% of the causes. Believe it or not, this...
by Larry Shoemaker | Mar 28, 2017 | Job Search, recruiting, Uncategorized
Talking with my grandson, a college senior interviewing for an internship, made me think about one of the basic questions everyone must address every day. Most of the time it is not in the forefront of thoughts, but it certainly is important to keep in the...
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