Has Curiosity Become Irrelevant in Recruitment

Has Curiosity Become Irrelevant in Recruitment Some recruiters appear to have lost the art of being curious. To some that wont come as a concern. To our industry, it should be a concern. Since the late 1500’s we’ve spoken of a proverb about curiosity killing a cat. While being inquisitive in other people’s affairs may be seen as troublesome to some, if you don’t own a curious mindset in recruitment you’re heading the same way as the cat. This blog looks at why incuriosity could be having an adverse affect on the current standard of work across the recruitment industry. Curiosity I’ve been very fortunate to work alongside some fantastic recruiters. I’ve worked alongside many recruiters who’ve had an insatiable desire to learn new skills. We’ve trained together. We’ve shared ideas. We’ve challenged and sharpened each others processes and styles. We’ve grown better together by instilling a deep and curious mindset. We never thought that we were the finished article. We wanted to know how to better ourselves all the time! To us, the science behind recruitment has always been a mystery! It is a fact that curiosity is heavily associated with all aspects of human development. Curiosity instills a process of learning and a consistent desire to acquire new knowledge and skills Incuriosity and the fallout But things have changed in recruitment. These days more and more recruiters feel that they don’t need to master new skills or improve the skills they already have. They feel they have enough to get by. They appear to have an apparent lack of desire to learn new skills and acquire a higher level of knowledge. There is a lack of enthusiasm for reading material, asking smarter questions or even attending training courses. Many employers haven’t helped either. They’ve overlooked training their recruiters in favour of cutting costs in a downturn. They think that their recruiters have enough to get by and like their recruiters, they will become extinct. Right now in the Australian recruitment industry, recruiters are leaving in droves. Understandably many will feel that they’ve given it a go and it wasn’t for them and that’s a pity because they could have become better at recruitment. Many are leaving because potential clients have switched on to the same thing recruiters aren’t remotely interested in their business. And there lies the problem a foolish case of incuriosity. This incuriosity has been evident in their work, ultimately having an adverse affect on how they’ve performed. Job briefs have been taken on post-it notes. Candidates have received very little information on jobs. Clients have received CV’s that don’t match what they are looking for. Referencing candidates has been poorly done. 2-3 questions about someone’s ability to do a job is nowhere near sufficient to make a decision on a candidate’s ability to perform. Both candidates and clients have suffered and no doubt the agencies who’ve had to pay rebates. But why is curiosity becoming irrelevant in the recruitment industry? Do we even care? Let’s go back to our childhoods. Children possess curiosity in abundance. For those  of us who have children the question ‘why?’ is one that regularly surfaces. Children  have an insatiable desire to learn. As we start school, we begin a magical journey of learning new skills and  information. This continues throughout primary and secondary school. We’re then prepared for employment. Somewhere in between our nature to become  curious learners erodes. But while this happens we can’t fully blame teachers or  the education system.  We lose our curiosity because we’ve forgotten how to be curious.  Some of us have quite simply stopped caring. Look at some of the greatest minds in our history. It goes without saying that they  have been deeply curious thinkers and doers. To them, there were mysteries to  explore. Curiosity and the benefits Curiosity allows recruiters to explore in greater detail. Asking smarter questions allows us to take better job briefs and build better presentations to potential candidates. Digging deeper into reference checks may allow us to uncover hidden problems with candidates long before we’re writing a rebate cheque for an unhappy client. Asking better questions will raise our profile and credibility with both clients and candidates. In turn, our referrals increase because they want to work with us more. Being curious also shows we’re taking more of an interest in everyone and that can only help us in the long run. Conclusion Curiosity is far from irrelevant. As recruiters, our future and success is dependent upon it. If we really want to continue to learn and master what we do, some of us have to change our mindsets and become curious again. We owe it to ourselves to rediscover that curiosity. If I was to offer one piece of advice to the next recruiter who tells me that they know everything, it would be to remember an unconventional ABC approach to recruitment. Always Be Curious. Author: Based in Perth, Western Australia, Mark Pearce is the Client Relationship Manager for Fircroft Australia. He has been in the recruitment industry for 15 years. He has written a series of articles on the recruitment industry and a series of how-to articles for employers and employees, find it at  markpearce.net.

Resume Writing For Experienced Professionals

Resume Writing For Experienced ProfessionalsResume writing for experienced professionals must deal with a number of different considerations. In most cases, professionals who have been in the field for years will likely already know many of the people on their industry's upper echelon. Therefore, their resumes are likely to contain information about the organization that they once worked for.When dealing with resumes that are for these professionals, the first thing to consider is the job title and organization name. In some cases, there is a way to tell if the organization is still around. The company might still be listed in the Yellow Pages. It is often possible to find out more information about the job opening by talking to the person who advertised it.Of course, hiring managers will want to read the resume carefully before they make a decision. They will want to know how the job will be performed, what is expected of the new employee, and whether the person will fit in well wit h the group. These factors will help determine whether or not to hire the candidate.It is also possible to get advice from professionals when dealing with resumes for experienced professionals. One resource that might be helpful is the Human Resources department of an organization. The professional services division may be able to help new employees with information about various employment opportunities, whether or not the person has a specific skill set, and a host of other questions that can be helpful.For the first few times, resumes for experienced professionals are written by hand. The word processing program is not likely to be needed for this kind of job. Writing resume copies is usually a skill that is developed over time. However, there are some people who have been in the business for a while and might be less likely to get assistance with resumes.The experience plays a big role when dealing with resumes for experienced professionals. The prospective employee should be aw are of his or her strengths and weaknesses. Resumes for experienced professionals should include the job title, location, number of years that they have been in the business, and a summary of how their expertise can benefit the organization.Other documents that are going to be part of the resume are educational certificates, certifications, and letters of recommendation. These can often be used to support a candidate's application. Generally, references will be more likely to recommend a candidate who has relevant work experience. References that are not relevant will be more difficult to come by.When applying for jobs, it is important to have a well-written resume. This is not a document that is going to be used just to explain why the person is hired. It is also essential that the resume be appealing enough that the employer will be interested in reading it. There are a number of things that you can do to make sure that your resume is well-written and professional.

5 Ways You Can Help New Hires to Succeed

5 Ways You Can Help New Hires to Succeed The irony won’t be lost on the seasoned recruiters among us when I say that the sector holds a fairly meagre success rate for hiring amongst ourselves. If you work in an agency with a lower onboarding success rate, you might also notice a culture developing where existing team members almost expect new starters to fail. It goes without saying that this kind of unwelcoming environment will only contribute to drop-offs. Most of us know that high turnover in recruitment is not uncommon; that said, it’s a costly exercise both financially and in terms of time so if we can mitigate the failures it would be significantly better for business. Where it can take up to three months for many consultants to start making strides, that’s three months wasted if consultants are not giving the tools they need to succeed. These are my tips for improving the hiring and onboarding process for trainee recruitment consultants: 1. Manage expectations from the start If you’re looking for someone who’ll hit the phones and observe strict KPIs, make that very clear in the interview process. Of course you can woo them with success stories, earning potential and incentivised trips abroad, but they must be aware of the journey involved to get there. In doing so, you’ll alleviate any misunderstanding in the first couple of months (which are usually the toughest on new consultants) when they realise the true extent of what is expected of them to succeed in the role. Do not oversell to candidates just to fill a seat it will be a huge mistake. 2. Secure buy-in from your team You’ll probably have a great team in place already. Get them involved and excited about their new team-mate ahead of time, rather than spring them with a new person the day before they start. I’d recommend inviting a couple of team members into the interviews so that all parties are happy and know what to expect in terms of culture fit. It will also give your new hire a chance to ask any questions of the team that they might not have been comfortable asking you. 3. Training Don’t assign your new recruiter a desk and a training manual, and simply expect them to ‘get it’. Investing in a robust training schedule for all new hires will pay massive dividends in the long run. Having a strong training plan in place will mean you’re giving your rookie the best possible chance of success. You might consider splitting the training load among the team so that the new person shadows new business visits, interviews and phone calls, alongside undergoing a comprehensive training programme. In doing so, they’ll also pick up the different approaches to the job, giving them the confidence to forge their own style that works best for them. 4. Assign a mentor It’s essential that your new employee has someone available to them for questions. Chances are they’ll have plenty. Yes, we’re all busy, but ensuring someone can catch minor mistakes before they become reputation-damaging for the business is critical. 5. Allow room for failure Don’t make the mistake of expecting perfection from Day One. The experienced recruiters among us will know that sometimes the best learning stems from making slip-ups. If they do make reckless decisions, give them immediate feedback so that bad habits are nipped in the bud. I’d advise giving your rookie a degree of independence, while safe in the knowledge that their mentor is available should any issues get out of hand. It also sends a supportive message to them without feeling like micro-management. About the author: David Morel is the CEO/Founder of Tiger Recruitment, one of London’s leading secretarial/administrative recruitment agencies. David founded Tiger in 2001 and has written extensively in the press and wider media advising both employers and job seekers on best recruitment practice.

Land Your Dream Job #FREE 8 Week Course For New Grads

Land Your Dream Job #FREE 8 Week Course For New Grads If youre a new grad looking for your dream job (and looking for some help!), then this post is for you. Recently, I was picked up and featured as an expert on the job search by a friend of mine named Matt Goldenberg. He said he was creating a free course, so I helped by offering my expert advice for free. I get a lot of requests in my mailbox to write for other blogs or comment on a piece of visual or content created by other sites. I usually provide my input and then dont think about it much. However when Matt finally showed me what he had put together I was floored. What hes created isnt just a collection of articles, its a complete 8-week video bootcamp, featuring over 20 top experts on career searching (many of whom I know and respect) which will show you how to land your dream job. On top of that, hes put together a giveaway package  of over $3,600 in coaching, software, gift cards that you can win just by signing up. You may not know this, but over 50% of college grads are either unemployed or underemployed so if youre struggling right now youre not alone. For some great free tips and a community of like-minded grads, click here to check out Matts New Grad Blueprint. What else do I get as part of the 8 week course on how to land your dream job? As part of the free 8 week course on how to land your dream job, you will  learn about the following: Week 1:  Develop a Mindset for Success Week 2:  Find a Job You Love Week 3:  Gain Skills and Experience Week 4:  Build a Network and Brand Week 5:  Write a Resume That Stands Out Week 6:  Get Referrals to Your Dream Company Week 7:  Interview Like a Pro Week 8:  Achieve Stratospheric Success (p.s. this has my  job search course lesson ?? ) 27

Where to Find Professional Las Vegas Free Resume Writing Services

Where to Find Professional Las Vegas Free Resume Writing ServicesAre you looking for one of the best Las Vegas free resume writing services? You will find many of them on the internet, but where do you start? There are some things that you need to take into consideration. In this article, we will discuss those factors.While you are looking for Las Vegas free resume writing services, you must first realize that there are many. Some people may not be able to afford the fee for the services of an expert, but you must understand that there are a lot of them that are charging a small fee. There are also some that are only charging a very low fee and some are charging very high fees as well.When you are looking for Las Vegas free resume services, it is important that you get a written quote. You must be able to get a written quote in order to have an idea of what to expect. This is because they will not offer a service that may not be required by your job.It is a good idea to compare the c ost of the services before you get them in order to ensure that you will get the best price. You will also want to know whether or not they will provide you with templates in case you need one. Most will provide you with templates that you can use however you see fit, and they usually give you suggestions as to how to use them.Another thing that you must consider when you are looking for Las Vegas free resume writing services is to see if the writing services will provide the items that you need. Some will provide you with specific items and others will supply you with some general ideas about what you are looking for. It is important to know what you are looking for so that you will know what to include in your resume.You also need to know that most professionals will know about your skills, education, experience, and personality. This can be very helpful because it will allow them to write a resume that will be customized to your needs. The more information you provide, the better the resume will be.In order to get the best deals out there when you are looking for Las Vegas free resume writing services, you should visit at least three different websites. This will allow you to compare prices and look at what you may be looking for. Also, you should look at the items that they may be offering you. By doing this, you will be able to compare what they are offering you to the prices of other professionals.If you need to hire an expert in the area of resume writing, you should consider getting the services of an experienced professional. The experience you will get from them can help you get the job you want. You will be able to look better than you ever have, and it will show the person you are interviewing.

Show Me the Money!

Show Me the Money! Penelope Trunk of the Brazen Careerist has a very informative post on ways to get a raise. Here are a few of my own ideas for getting noticed and getting more money from an employer.Document your accomplishments regularly throughout the year Keep track of all the projects you manage. Upon completion of each assignment, write a note to yourself detailing your contribution and how your efforts helped the company make money, save money, save time, grow the business, or retain customers. Quantify your accomplishments with dollars, percentages, and other appropriate metrics. Actively seek out opportunities to improve efficiencies and profits regardless of the task at hand. By showing and quantifying your specific value add, you build a better business case to support the requested salary increase.Become hard to replace Create opportunities to diversify your experience by offering to learn how to perform tasks that support your main role and make you more efficient at what you do. An alter native strategy is to become a subject matter expert in one specific aspect of the job so you are seen as the go-to-guy for a particular type of information. No want wants to lose the go-to-guy because then they have to do it themselves.Take on tasks that no one else wants to do This does not mean taking on grunt work. It might just mean mastering a new technology that no one else feels comfortable with or taking on an assignment that is outside of the traditional scope of the job. Employees who demonstrate this level of flexibility tend to get more flexibility from their bosses on other issues, including compensation.Accept high profile assignments close to review time Since it is easier for people to remember what has happened most recently, why not take on an important assignment to coincide with an upcoming review? The project is bound to become a focal point of the performance review discussion and the boss can quickly remember and document the acheivements relevant to the proj ect.Your success negotiating a salary increase or promotion hinges on your ability to discuss the increase in terms of what is fair and reasonable. By including some of these ideas into your career management strategy, you can keep the conversation focused on measureable achievements and build a compelling business case for the requested pay raise.

3 Reasons You Should Consider Working as a Medical Scribe - CareerAlley

3 Reasons You Should Consider Working as a Medical Scribe - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Anyone who knows what they want to do as a long-term career option will want to doeverything they can to achieve that aim. . Here are just three reasons why. Royalty Free Photo You Get to Work Closely With Doctors If you are hoping to one day work in the medical field, especially if youre considering a frontline role working closely with patients and doctors, any work experience that you can gain before you begin applying for long-term professional positions will be invaluable. For most career paths, there are plenty of obvious and accessible choices for work experience opportunities. However, fields like medicine will require degrees and training, which limits the number of work experience opportunities available. Taking the position of a medical scribe is a unique opportunity to gain work experience that is specifically related to a medical career. Medical scribes are required in a variety of settings, so in addition to seeing what life is like for people working in different roles, you will also get an inside look at how various medical institutions operate. This can be valuable information when you are considering which medical field you hope to ultimately end up. Tweet This Earn While You Learn Working as a medical scribe is a great experience, but it isnt volunteer work (well, it probably can be if you really want). Opportunities to both make a living and learn a new skill are few and far between. Sure, you may well learn new skills in the course of your professional work, but these will be the skills that you need, not necessarily the skills that you want. If you are hoping to work in a medical field or a supporting role in another industry that involves similar work, becoming a medical scribe is a unique opportunity to develop these skills while earning a living and improving your future career prospects. Improve Your Resume Anything you can do to enhance your resume will pay off in the future. Whatever stage of your medical training youre at, its never too early, or too late for that matter, to start working on your resume. If your resume is stale and underwhelming then when the time comes to apply for jobs, you will find yourself scratching your head and wondering why an academically-solid resume isnt getting you anywhere. With more Americans going to university every year and the rate of college degrees amongst the general population increasing year after year, employers are increasingly looking beyond applicants academic abilities and considering what else they have to offer. They are looking for applicants who have initiative and who are interested in improving themselves outside of their job. If you are hoping to ultimately pursue a career in a medical field or take on a supporting role in a similar environment, the skills that you learn as a medical scribe will be invaluable. Not only will you gain skills and knowledge that will help you along your future career path, but you will also spice up your resume and improve your position when the time comes to start applying for jobs. What's next? Ready to take action? Choose the right tools to help you build your career. Looking for related topics? Find out how to find the opportunities that help you grow your best career. Subscribe and make meaningful progress on your career. It’s about time you focused on your career. Get Educated Contact Us Advertise Copyright 2020 CareerAlley. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy + Disclosure home popular resources subscribe search