How Do I Hire Someone Who’s Super Responsible and Conscientious? Hiring the right talent is a daunting challenge, especially when you’re looking for specific personality traits like responsibility and conscientiousness. As someone who’s about to hire a direct report, you might feel …
Continue ReadingMike Anderson Recruiter Billprint Training In today’s rapidly evolving recruitment landscape, particularly in the tech sector, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. Many recruiters are facing unprecedented challenges, especially in the U.S. market. The question on many minds is whether …
Continue ReadingRecruitment Emails: Strategies for Enhanced Candidate Engagement In the fast-paced world of recruitment, email remains one of the most effective tools for connecting with candidates. Despite years of experience in the field, there’s always room for refinement in our email strategies to better engage …
Continue ReadingAI Tools for Candidate Sourcing: Revolutionizing Recruitment Hello Folks, In today’s fast-paced recruitment landscape, sourcing the right candidates can be a daunting task. With a plethora of tools available, many recruiters are on the lookout for AI solutions that can streamline the candidate …
Continue ReadingRecruitment Fails: Lessons Learned for 2025 Last year, I found myself in a moment that made me pause and reflect on my approach to recruitment. During an interview, I asked a candidate, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” Their response was a heavy sigh followed by, “Not answering this …
Continue ReadingCould Allowing Candidates to Use ChatGPT in Coding Interviews Actually Produce Better Results? In the evolving landscape of technical hiring, conventional coding interviews are increasingly being scrutinized for their effectiveness. A recent discussion on Reddit brought forth an interesting …
Continue ReadingAt What Point Do You Add a Candidate to Your ATS? In the fast-paced world of tech recruitment, the tools you use can significantly impact your hiring efficiency and effectiveness. One of the most critical tools in a recruiter’s arsenal is the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). However, a common …
Continue ReadingInterviewing a Technical Product Manager: Strategies and Insights As a Technical Lead, stepping into the role of interviewing a Technical Product Manager (TPM) can feel both exciting and daunting, especially when your Head of Engineering (HoE) is unavailable. With the responsibility to assess the …
Continue ReadingSanta as a Recruiter If Santa were a recruiter, he would undoubtedly be among the best in the industry. Why, you ask? Because he possesses a unique set of skills and insights that would make him an exceptional talent acquisition professional. Let’s explore how Santa’s qualities align with effective …
Continue ReadingNew Hire Despite My Objection - Now What? As a software developer, I recently found myself in a challenging situation during the hiring process for our team. I participated in technical interviews for potential new hires, and one particular candidate raised a significant concern. During the …
Continue ReadingConfidential Search: Navigating Candidate Conversations with Discretion In the tech recruitment landscape, confidentiality is often paramount, especially when working with high-profile clients. As recruiters, we regularly encounter the challenge of engaging sourced candidates while maintaining …
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