Will the Real John Smith Please Stand Up?

I have had companies ask me about assessment tools and what I think of them. I believe they have some value in evaluating personalities or cultural attributes, but I know of no assessment tests that can predict success in your company. Think about it. We’ve all known a smart kid in high school that tested…

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Branding

Part 1: Branding Your Company to Attract Top Talent Interviewing isn’t just about bringing a candidate in and asking them questions. It’s an opportunity to sell your brand and company. Eighty four percent of the candidates I placed were employed when I contacted them. Candidates are not actively looking and need to be courted. If…

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