by Nancy Roberts | May 22, 2018 | Blog Posts
Most of the time when we post jobs, we throw out a broad net and end up scooping up the bottom-feeders. Instead, we need the right bait (i.e. a clear, enticing job posting) to attract the right fish from the candidate pool. The way to do this is to know what type of...
by Nancy Roberts | May 15, 2018 | Blog Posts
Unprecedented growth, constantly changing demographics and the increasing of individual choice have resulted in many companies facing a talent shortage. The U.S. Department of Labor predicts a 12.3 percent shortage of workers in skilled trades during the next six...
by Nancy Roberts | May 8, 2018 | Blog Posts
When I started my business sixteen years ago, I had no idea how to sell my services. So I decided to get a part-time job to supplement my income. And because I needed my days free, I decided to try my hand at bartending. The problem was I had never bartended before. I...
by Nancy Roberts | Mar 20, 2018 | Blog Posts
When using DISC for hiring, we have to remember that it doesn’t encompass the WHOLE person. There are many different aspects to a person and their performance, and likewise, to what each job requires. The first step is to spell out exactly what you are looking for....
by Nancy Roberts | Mar 14, 2018 | Blog Posts
Many companies don’t even attempt reference checks anymore. They don’t believe you can get any valuable information on a candidate because former employers aren’t willing to risk the legal implications of giving a reference. The strategy suggested below puts the onus...
