The findings from a recent study reveal a concerning trend: nearly four in 10 managers admitted to not hiring recent college graduates due to perceptions of their lack of readiness for professional life. This raises an important question: what proactive steps can individuals take to enhance their preparedness for success in the workforce? The findings from…
Providing a positive interview experience is not only crucial for attracting top talent but also for enhancing your employer brand and reducing candidate drop-offs.
I was the guest speaker for the annual Student Night program of an accounting association. It was a privilege to present to the membership organization and local students from the University of Maryland, NOVA, Marymount, and George Mason. Asked to address the group on a career-related topic, I decided a relevant subject would be “Jump…
These days it is increasingly rare to see someone spend 10 years at the same company. The competitive job market, combined with the technological advancements in recruiting, have made it easier to access new opportunities. These days, it is increasingly rare to see someone spend 10 years at the same company. The competitive job market,…
As recruiters, we at JustinBradley spend a significant part of our day interviewing accounting, finance, and business professionals, and we understand that most people approach the process with a combination of excitement and nervousness. One way to lower those nervous feelings during an interview is to be prepared. We encourage all our candidates to practice…
As recruiters, we review a lot of resumes. (And, I mean, A LOT of resumes.) Over the years, we’ve learned what hiring managers and HR professionals like to see and how they process information. We advise, point out edits, and sometimes after talking with candidates, offer our advice on adding or highlighting certain aspects of…
As we continue to work through post-covid life, Senior Executive Recruiter, Janie Mockrish, has some great advice for anyone who’s currently hiring or about to start the hiring process. View more videos like this here.
Just like the old saying goes, the early bird gets the worm. The candidate seemed like a great fit. You just wanted to think about ‘it’ over the weekend. You know what? She was thinking about ‘it’ over the weekend too, except ‘it’ was the 2 offers she got on Friday, not one from you.We…
Asking follow-up questions can help you gain valuable insights unique to each candidate – don’t feel like you have to stick to your pre-written list of questions! Here are some strategies for using follow-ups in your interviews: ✓ If your original question wasn’t answered fully, you can rephrase it and ask again. ✓ Use follow-ups…
Checking references should be more than just a formality in your hiring processes. This is your opportunity to learn more about a candidate’s history, directly from people who know them well. Here are some strategies to help you maximize the value of references provided by your candidates: • Ask questions directly related to the position…