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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