Recruiting in good times and bad

current hiring

being regarded as "emergencies"

good times: haphazard

bad times: ineffective

preference, traditions; false assumptions

Recession: unexpected opportunity

steps to effective recruiting

access the candidates

integrate the newcomer

specify the job

develop the talent pool

anticipate your needs

positions?

years?

how many people

organizational structure?

leadership contain and develop?

team-based: manage political dynamics?

firm-based: supporting resources?

job-based: capabilities?

"inside-outsiders"

behavioral event interviews

probe

evaluate

ask

close the deal

acknowledge and differentiate opportunities and chanlleges

strike a balance

share passion

assign mentor

ask caring questions

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