How Many Companies Use Social Media to Recruit

How Many Companies Use Social Media to Recruit For the 5th year running, Jobvite have released their Social Recruiting Survey, which has become an industry benchmark. When they started doing these studies social media was rising in recruitment, nowadays its gone full on mainstream. The big 3 have had a spike in usage: LinkedIn continues to dominate social recruiting at 93% adoption 2/3 of recruiters now use Facebook, a jump of eleven points from 55% in 2011 For the first time,  more than half  (54%) of recruiters now use Twitter for their talent search Other interesting findings: Referrals are the highest-rated sources of new hires Roughly 2/3 (65%) of companies seek to increase employee participation in recruiting by offering referral bonuses 43% of those offer rewards of more than $1,000 Recruiting passive candidates, found through employee referrals and social networking, is the most popular tactic for competing with other employers Offering higher compensation is least popular at 30% usage To get the full report, you can download a  free copy  from Jobvite. Image: Shutterstock

Why Executives Endure a Longer Wait to Get Hired

Why Executives Endure a Longer Wait to Get Hired You went on an interview and all went according to plan.As an executive, you know you have a greater responsibility to a company and this interview was important.You took a week off from your current job. They flew you to their headquarters for an out-of-town interview. They put you up in a nice hotel and rented you a car.Most importantly, the interview went incredibly well.But now, more than 3 weeks have passed. You have not heard back from anyone about the interview.Read both the positive and negative reasons why, as an executive, you will endure a longer hiring process.Why Does It Take so Long to Get Hired!?From start to finish of the job search, not including interviews, an executive can expect it to last 4 months, at the very least.Depending on your position, the higher you go in a company the longer you wait. Vice Presidents and Directors wait at least 76 days.The average hiring time for a C-level position is 71 days.The average for other positions across all industries is 43 d ays, almost a full month by comparison.If you expected to be hired quickly, you are out of luck. Why?Why Does Technology Complicate the Job Search More Than Help?Think about what technology offers. Companies want to choose wisely before handing over control of such important positions to just anyone with a great resume.They can investigate you with background checks, personality type, online footprint, checking your references and more.But this process is not always about you. More can be happening than you realize.Here Are Reasons Why They Have Not Called You BackHiring the best executive is not a one-person task. It takes a team of people to decide.If a key person is out for extended sick leave, away on business, maternity leave, the process can be delayed until that key person returns.They Have to Hire Other People Before YouIt seems quite backward to hire executives who will then have to wait until their boss is hired.Why interview executives then? It saves the company time.It w ould be easier to show a new leader a handful of prescreened choices.It Seems Like Getting Feedback From an Interview Takes ForeverTo put the best executives in leadership roles, sometimes the company has to be prepared.For example, if a new position is being created for Senior Director, all Directors underneath must go through some form of position restructuring to decide who is leading what and why.You may have interviewed with everyone and it went great. But it does not mean the company is ready for you to assume a leadership role.They Are Finishing up Interviews Previously ScheduledCompanies made the plans to interview certain executive job seekers. It is only fair to everyone they follow through with the plans.Still Waiting for Other Decisions From ExecutivesChoosing a new executive hire is not an “extreme decision”. It is “an ongoing debate that ends with a compromise.”You are good. But someone else may be just as good.No one likes to hire an impatient executive the te am no one will like who cannot endure a pressure situation like waiting to get hired.Not Getting Hired Can Seem Unfair at TimesThis is the worst reason for waiting, by far.The company had all these plans for hiring the best executives.Suddenly, a PR issue pops up that impacts company profit, an acquisition falls through, and every reason they wanted to hire you disappears.What to Do While Waiting for Interview FeedbackNever pause your job search for anyone.Rely more on LinkedIn networking than online job boards.Prepare your case for why other companies should hire you and the value you bring.Get used to job searching and networking again.Above all, do not be defeated by the length of a job search. As an executive, your job search will be longer than others.It’s the price of being important.

4 No Nonsense Kitchen Timesavers For Working Moms

4 No Nonsense Kitchen Timesavers For Working Moms When you’re juggling the demands of your family and your job, the housework and the homework, the cooking and the cleaning, all domestic shortcuts are welcome. Let’s face it, there are just not enough hours in the day to do everything to perfection â€" something has to give. In the kitchen, you need quick wins to get you through the week â€" but that shouldn’t have to mean ready meals and takeaways. We’ve come up with some practical tips that will help you achieve maximum results with minimum effort. All it takes is a little forward planning. Think ahead and streamline your food shopping The trick to timesaving is to plan ahead. A regular weekly (or thereabouts) trip to the supermarket is all you need to get your kitchen fully stocked. Supplement with occasional visits to specialist stores and local markets and all your food needs should be covered. Make a grocery list of what you need before you go shopping and stick to it when you’re at the supermarket. It also helps if you can arrange your shopping list around the layout of the store. This will speed up your grocery shop and stop you from going to the aisles you shouldn’t be visiting. Make sure your grocery list is always up to date. Add items to the list as soon as you’ve run out, so you don’t forget to restock. Many families have a shopping list permanently pinned to the fridge or noticeboard in the kitchen, so everyone can add items as necessary. Online grocery shopping is a great idea for the time pressed superwoman, and pretty much all supermarkets now offer this facility. Your online account will keep a record of your regular and recently purchased items, making repeat buys of your kitchen staples even easier. A well stocked store cupboard is half the battle Successful meal preparation depends on having the right ingredients to hand. When time is short and you haven’t been able to get to the shops for fresh supplies, your kitchen store cupboard should be your best friend. ‘Open Sesame’ and numerous meal ideas will suggest themselves simply by looking at what you’ve already got. Make sure your kitchen cupboard is always stocked with good quality basics including: Tinned tomatoes, beans and other pulses, tuna and other tinned fish Cooking sauces â€" pasta sauces, curry sauces Wholegrain rice and pasta, Chinese noodles, couscous, tortilla wraps, porridge oats Condiments such as mustard, honey, horseradish, soy sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, tomato puree Oils (coconut or vegetable oil for cooking, olive oil for salads) Vinegars (apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar) Herbs and spices including: Sea salt and black peppercorns, good quality stock cubes, Italian seasoning, Enchilada/Fajita Seasoning, Moroccan Spice Mix, Chinese Five Spice, Thai Seven Spice Mix, Curry Powder, Chilli, Cinnamon, Ginger, Turmeric Baking basics â€" plain flour, self raising flour, baking powder, sugar, dried yeast Extras including olives, capers, nuts and seeds, dried fruit, dark chocolate Your freezer can be used as an extension to your store cupboard for perishable ingredients such as Yorkshire puddings, oven chips and frozen peas. Take full advantage of the space in your freezer â€" why not bulk buy butter, bread, meat and fish and freeze what you don’t need straight away. That way, you’ll always have a wide range of ingredients close at hand just when you need them. Make sure your kitchen is ready to serve you A place for everything and everything in its place, as the saying goes. Having plenty of storage space and a system for all your kitchen items will speed things up no end when you only have a few minutes to put a delicious family meal on the table. This goes for pots and pans, crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as well as food items. Where did I put that tin of chickpeas? When did I last see the vegetable knife? These are not things you want to be asking yourself in a panic on a Tuesday evening. Whether you have one of the gorgeous, period wood kitchens or one of the more modern stone, minimalist styles make sure your worktops are free of clutter and have all your ingredients readily laid out before you start preparing food; the French call this mise en place. Preparing ingredients efficiently helps save time in the kitchen and makes cooking more enjoyable. Also, do check that your kitchen knives are really sharp â€" you’d be surprised how many people make do with blunt knives â€" to make short work of chopping and slicing. And if you have 4 minutes to spare, take a look at the  knife skills tutorial   below and learn to master the most common cutting techniques in the kitchen. It will save you time in the long run â€" promise! Cooking savvy to save time later Unless you aspire to ‘domestic goddess’ perfection a la Nigella Lawson, being a gourmet chef in the kitchen is really not necessary. Feeding your family should be all about creating simple, nutritious and affordable meals that everyone will enjoy. Life’s too short to stuff a mushroom! Build up a short but varied repertoire of fail-safe healthy recipes that you can knock up without too much thinking, and mix things up through the week. One-pot meals are always a quick win, as are family favourites based around rice or pasta. Nutritionists agree that you don’t need to eat meat every day â€" in fact, there are plenty of vegetarian recipes that are wholesome and flavoursome. When it comes to preparing family meals, more is definitely more. If possible, cook more than you need for one meal, then freeze the rest in smaller portions. That way, you have a homemade ready meal waiting for you in the freezer for that particularly late evening when you literally need a meal in minutes. If you have time, perhaps at the weekend, why not batch cook for the week? Homemade soups are ideal for making in large quantities and they freeze beautifully. Leftovers are a godsend, even if you choose to keep them in the fridge (for up to 3 days). The sauce from yesterday’s Chilli Con Carne Sauce can be reinvented as tonight’s Beef Enchiladas. Leftover boiled potatoes are a quick start to a Spanish Omelette. Sunday’s Roast Chicken makes a perfect weekday dinner: Chicken Sandwich accompanied by one of those homemade soups from the freezer. Job done.

Nine Impressive Questions To Ask At Your Next Interview

Nine Impressive Questions To Ask At Your Next Interview You’ve found an opening for your perfect job. But first you need to ace the interview. After confidently answering your interviewers questions, you can tell shes impressed with your extensive knowledge and experience. Will you get an offer? Mid-interview, all signs point to yes. But before any other moves are made, that awkward moment arrives when your interviewer asks, “So, do you have any questions for us?” Honestly, no. You did your due diligence prior to the interview. The companys online resources and reputation told you everything you wanted to know. Which is why youre so jazzed about the position. But if your goal is to impress, you should never say “Nope, no questions!” So you need some. Even if you think you wont really care about their answers. And the questions you choose to ask now are as important as the answers you provided earlier in the interview. So in order to make a lasting impression on your potential boss, you want to have two or three thought-provoking questions ready to go. Heres a list of nine popular questions to consider asking your interviewer. These questions will not only make a good impression, but they could also provide valuable info about the company. 1. “What is your favorite part of your job and what do you find most challenging?” I’ve always gotten good results with this question, because even though our positions are different, it provides insight to the inner workings of the company beyond just the position for which you are interviewing. It also shows you are interested in what they do, not just what you’ll be doing. A side bonus: people love to talk about themselves. 2. “Are there any skills you don’t currently see that you’d like to have in the company?” This can give you an even better idea of what characteristics are already present in the company and what they are looking for beyond general qualifications. It may even offer you the chance to illustrate how your skill set applies. 3. “In your opinion, what is the most important part of this job?” Knowing the most important parts of the position can give you an idea of what you’ll primarily be concerned with should you get the job as well as helping prioritizing your duties. If youve been provided with a generic job outline or description, this question will help draw out your future boss perspective of whats most important. 4. “Could you give me a typical walk-through of a day or week of this position?” Knowledge always alleviates stress and understanding the flow of a typical day will prepare you for it. 5. “Why is the position open?” The answer to this question gives you a deeper look at the company. Perhaps the firm is growing, or the previous person was promoted, or you might discover hints of an issue with employee turnover. Any of which is helpful info. 6. “How would you describe your management style?” You want to get to know your potential boss as much as possible during the interview to discern if you will be able to flourish under her leadership. 7. “What particular things on my resume or in my cover letter gave you the impression I would be a good candidate for this position?” This one give you a general idea of their impression and specifically, what skills and experiences you will need to draw from should you get the position to be successful. 8. “Do you have any concerns about my potential success in this position?” Contrary to question #7, this one gives you an idea about any reservations your interviewer may have and show you potentially how you size up against other potential candidates. It may also give you the opportunity to explain these perceived weaknesses or illustrate ways in which it could actually be a positive trait. 9. “How does this position fit in with the overall goals of the company?” Finally, this one will give you an idea of how you personally will fit in with what the company is trying to achieve and how you will be able to help them meet these goals. So as you prepare for your upcoming interview, youre sure to knock their socks off with a few impressive questions.  Good luck! Author Bio Catie Keeler is the primary researcher and writer for mortgagerates.info. Her most recent accomplishments include graduating from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill with a degree in business and communications. Her current focus for the site involves daily mortgage rates and 15 year mortgages.  Image courtesy of  Howie Le.

Nine Impressive Questions To Ask At Your Next Interview

Nine Impressive Questions To Ask At Your Next Interview You’ve found an opening for your perfect job. But first you need to ace the interview. After confidently answering your interviewers questions, you can tell shes impressed with your extensive knowledge and experience. Will you get an offer? Mid-interview, all signs point to yes. But before any other moves are made, that awkward moment arrives when your interviewer asks, “So, do you have any questions for us?” Honestly, no. You did your due diligence prior to the interview. The companys online resources and reputation told you everything you wanted to know. Which is why youre so jazzed about the position. But if your goal is to impress, you should never say “Nope, no questions!” So you need some. Even if you think you wont really care about their answers. And the questions you choose to ask now are as important as the answers you provided earlier in the interview. So in order to make a lasting impression on your potential boss, you want to have two or three thought-provoking questions ready to go. Heres a list of nine popular questions to consider asking your interviewer. These questions will not only make a good impression, but they could also provide valuable info about the company. 1. “What is your favorite part of your job and what do you find most challenging?” I’ve always gotten good results with this question, because even though our positions are different, it provides insight to the inner workings of the company beyond just the position for which you are interviewing. It also shows you are interested in what they do, not just what you’ll be doing. A side bonus: people love to talk about themselves. 2. “Are there any skills you don’t currently see that you’d like to have in the company?” This can give you an even better idea of what characteristics are already present in the company and what they are looking for beyond general qualifications. It may even offer you the chance to illustrate how your skill set applies. 3. “In your opinion, what is the most important part of this job?” Knowing the most important parts of the position can give you an idea of what you’ll primarily be concerned with should you get the job as well as helping prioritizing your duties. If youve been provided with a generic job outline or description, this question will help draw out your future boss perspective of whats most important. 4. “Could you give me a typical walk-through of a day or week of this position?” Knowledge always alleviates stress and understanding the flow of a typical day will prepare you for it. 5. “Why is the position open?” The answer to this question gives you a deeper look at the company. Perhaps the firm is growing, or the previous person was promoted, or you might discover hints of an issue with employee turnover. Any of which is helpful info. 6. “How would you describe your management style?” You want to get to know your potential boss as much as possible during the interview to discern if you will be able to flourish under her leadership. 7. “What particular things on my resume or in my cover letter gave you the impression I would be a good candidate for this position?” This one give you a general idea of their impression and specifically, what skills and experiences you will need to draw from should you get the position to be successful. 8. “Do you have any concerns about my potential success in this position?” Contrary to question #7, this one gives you an idea about any reservations your interviewer may have and show you potentially how you size up against other potential candidates. It may also give you the opportunity to explain these perceived weaknesses or illustrate ways in which it could actually be a positive trait. 9. “How does this position fit in with the overall goals of the company?” Finally, this one will give you an idea of how you personally will fit in with what the company is trying to achieve and how you will be able to help them meet these goals. So as you prepare for your upcoming interview, youre sure to knock their socks off with a few impressive questions.  Good luck! Author Bio Catie Keeler is the primary researcher and writer for mortgagerates.info. Her most recent accomplishments include graduating from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill with a degree in business and communications. Her current focus for the site involves daily mortgage rates and 15 year mortgages.  Image courtesy of  Howie Le.

7 Ideas To Give Your HR Career A Boost - CareerMetis.com

7 Ideas To Give Your HR Career A Boost You’ve chosen to go down the HR career path. That’s great news. And for the most part, you enjoy your job. You get to interact with people all day long. And that’s ideal because you’re a people-centred person.But you’ve been having some problems of late. For one, your career hasn’t been moving forward the way that you had imagined. You’re still stuck doing a lot of the donkey work. And you don’t feel as if you’ve been given the opportunity to spread your wings. The other problem is that your HR department is struggling. It seems that there are too many demands on too small a team of people. Here we’re going to look at the ways you can change this sorry state of affairs.1. Always Use Professional LanguageOne of the purposes of an HR department is to keep the peace. You want to make sure that your company runs smoothly and efficiently. And to do so, you’ll have to be a diplomat. evalBut all too often, HR personnel don’t use the most diplomatic language. Too ofte n in employee interactions, there can be a loss of professionalism. Photo CreditTo give off the best impression, it’s best to avoid cliches. Try to use language in as clear and in as formal a way as possible. Remember, you don’t have to write in fluent prose. You just need to make sure that the language you use helps build your personal brand.2. Suggest Inviting Professionals Into Your DepartmentMany HR departments struggle with internal issues. Often, they’re not abiding by industry best practices. This means that your HR department is less effective in doing its job. And it means that you are more likely to encounter problems, hampering your career progress.Be active. Suggest to your HR department that they bring in the professionals. Services, like the HR consultancy and advice service from Peninsula Group, can help make improvements. And these can then filter down into helping you along on your chosen career path.3. Start Networking with Other HR ProfessionalsHR is one of the biggest departments in any company. And as a result, there are thousands of human resources professionals out there, all willing to give advice.According to many senior HR professionals, the key is to start networking early. Networking early on will significantly adjust your career trajectory. By talking to lots of people, you’ll be able to move up the career ladder far faster than if you hadn’t.evalThere are lots of ways you can meet with other HR professionals. Your first port of call should be those in your own company. Do what you can to demonstrate your skill. But you can also branch out and talk to professionals in other companies. And there are plenty of ways that you can do this.One is to team up with other companies at recruitment fairs. This gives you a chance to not only mingle with potential employees but also meet other people and learn their ways. You could also meet other professionals at HR industry events. Again, you’ll want to make contacts and find share d interests.4. Bring Your Department In Line With Company StrategyAll companies have a strategy. But within each company, it’s often hard to coordinate departments. Because businesses are fundamentally reliant on their people, HR is crucial in this area.Suppose your company is looking to expand overseas, perhaps in China. As an HR department, it would be a good idea to start hiring people who can speak Mandarin. Or suppose that your company values quick turnaround times. Your HR department will want to find people who the skills necessary to fulfill these roles.evalIt’s also a good idea for you and your department to regularly meet with management. This way you’ll know how best to meet their goals within your department.5. Make Learning About HR A PriorityIt’s easy to get stuck in a rut in any career. After six months to a year, you think that you know it all and stagnate. But stagnation is your worst enemy if you want to progress.Learning about HR, therefore, is key. And in most circumstance, you can do this easily. It’s highly likely that your company is subscribed to an HR magazine or journal. You can use these journals to find out more about your trade. Often you’ll find key insights that help you improve your own performance.6. Interact With Employees In Real LifeToo many HR departments are closed off from the rest of their companies. And so too are their staff. All business is conducted over impersonal email. And this is fundamentally alienating.One way that you can get noticed and improve your service is by leaving your office. Go out and find some of the people you’ve talked to over email. Ask them if their problems were resolved, and if not, why not. And speak to them so that you can build up some rapport. Let them know that you’re there to serve them.You might also want to customise your RSS feed to give you the latest stories in the area. This way you can keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends.7. Work On Your AvailabilityTho se who are most successful in HR are those who are the most reliable. People want to be able to access human resources services on-demand. And so it can really pay to know when that demand is highest. Being available at the moment that people need you can really help improve your prospects.Suppose for example you’ve noticed that there is a deluge of HR concerns early in the morning. Say, perhaps between 9 and 9:30 am. Getting to your desk just fifteen minutes early means that you’re ready to start dealing with issues straight away.A quick response can make all the difference to your reputation. And so being ready to go early on can prove to be a huge benefit for your ultimate career success. Learn when demand is the highest, and then organize your day around those busy periods.

5 Tips For An Awesome Performance Review - Pathfinder Careers

5 Tips For An Awesome Performance Review - Pathfinder Careers 5 Tips For An Awesome Performance Review In January, I got to translate some virtual connections into real-life contacts, and had the opportunity to meet the incredible  Joey Price, CEO of JumpStart HR. He is a wealth of information, and generous to boot. He shares some very specific tips on how you can shine in your next performance review. ======================================= Document, document, document. Are you the kind of person who keeps a list for everything? If so, pat yourself on the back and create a list for your accomplishments. If not, it’s time to get started! There’s an old proverb that says “history is told by the one who controls the pen.” Take note of your daily accomplishments and keep them all in one place. A journal is a good start but for the more tech-savvy list maker, an Evernote journal or email inbox journal will do the trick. Get into a [consistent] rhythm. If you wait until the end of a review period or the end of a year, it’s very easy to forget some of your biggest accomplishments. Learn to get in the habit of recalling your accomplishments on a daily or weekly so that you don’t miss out on sharing your valuable contributions! Think “results” and not process. Often times, people forget that a resume should read like a performance review and not a process review. You have to remember that managers value outcomes and great outcomes are valued even more. Keep you performance review notes detailed and ask yourself “does this show how I did what I did or does it show what happened as a result of what I did?” The latter is more beneficial than the former. It’s your story to tell, arm yourself with the facts. When I am sitting in an interview, I’m listening for whether or not the interviewee can communicate with facts and experience and not just feelings. Convincing another person about your skills and abilities can go a lot smoother when you list the facts of your results and the benefits of your efforts. Begin with the end in mind. The purpose of a review cycle is to identify all of your accomplishments and see how effective you’ve been in accomplishing a goal. Keep that in mind as you jot your accomplishments down. If you have a goal, it’s important to set that at the beginning of the year and be intentional about accomplishing things that get you closer to your end goal.

Start Your CV and Resume Writing Services in Doncaster

Start Your CV and Resume Writing Services in DoncasterYou can start your CV and resume writing services in Doncaster. There are many companies that provide these services all over the UK, but the service in Doncaster is often the best and most comprehensive.Having a resume or CV on hand is an important tool for job seekers to use when applying for jobs. It gives potential employers a head start on your application so that they have a list of skills and qualifications before they begin to read through your application. Therefore, any resume and CV writing services in Doncaster can be of great help to job seekers looking for employment.Resume and CV writing services in Doncaster help job seekers throughout the UK. This means that if you do not find a company in your area then you will be able to find a company that can help you. A skilled team of professional writers can help you create a convincing resume and CV that is tailored to each person's situation. These writers can also help you with any job searching, including interview preparations and placement details.If you are looking for a company to start your CV and resume writing services in Doncaster and you know that you want the professional help that the finished product can provide, you should find a service that provides quality services and support. There are many services that offer a free initial consultation and a free resume or CV that can be used to gauge your needs and determine which service is best for you.When you contact a company that offers resume and CV writing services in Doncaster, you will be required to provide information about yourself, your business, and the specific skills and qualifications that you are seeking. The trained writers at the company will also be able to provide advice on how to craft a resume and CV that will impress your potential employer.You can start yourCV and resume writing services in Doncaster by contacting a company that specializes in providing resume and C V writing services. You can find many of these services online, or contact a local directory for a list of companies that have a good reputation. Your personal, professional, and career goals will dictate which company is right for you.You can start your CV and resume writing services in Doncaster by contacting a company that specializes in providing resume and CV writing services. You can find many of these services online, or contact a local directory for a list of companies that have a good reputation. Your personal, professional, and career goals will dictate which company is right for you.With the resume and CV services in Doncaster, you can be sure that you get top-notch, personalized services that will help you craft your resume and CV into a powerful and compelling presentation. Make sure that you contact a company that has a proven track record for customer satisfaction and that you can trust to help you achieve your goals.