The Best Recruiters Don’t “Post & Pray”
Still tossing job ads into the void and hoping for the best? You’re not alone. But the best recruiters know that strategy beats luck—every time. Let’s break down what they do differently. 1. They Build Talent Pipelines Before the Job Opens Example: A SaaS company recruiter regularly chats with product managers on LinkedIn—even before they […]
Job Boards Are Dead (Kinda)
Still posting on job boards and hoping for a flood of talent? That era is fading fast. If you want top candidates, it’s time to rethink your strategy. The Rise (and Plateau) of Job Boards Why They’re “Kinda” Dead, Not Fully Where Modern Candidates Actually Are What Companies Should Do Instead A Mini Framework: The […]
Why Every Company Should Hire a Failed Founder
Think failure is the end of the road? Think again. Failed founders may not have hit gold—but they’ve mined something more valuable: wisdom, grit, and vision. Companies ignoring them are missing out. Here’s why your next hire should be a failed founder. 1. They’ve Mastered Resilience and Adaptability Failure isn’t a weakness—it’s a teacher. Mini […]
The “Perfect Hire” Is a Myth
Still holding out for the unicorn candidate with 100% of your wishlist? That person doesn’t exist. Here’s why chasing the perfect hire wastes time, narrows your pool, and delays business growth. 1: Why the “Perfect Hire” Doesn’t Exist Instead of obsessing over a resume, focus on adaptability, learning ability, and cultural fit. 2: The Cost […]
You Can’t Automate Trust — Yet
In an age of bots and AI-led workflows, one thing remains stubbornly human—trust. You can automate outreach. You can automate screening. But can you automate a handshake? A reputation? A gut feeling? Not yet—and maybe never. Let’s explore why trust can’t be coded and why your competitive edge still lies in the human touch. 1. […]
Recruiters Aren’t Therapists. Stop Expecting Them to Be.
Let’s get one thing straight: recruiters aren’t hired to heal your burnout or fix your career crisis. Their job is to match skills with roles—not provide therapy. Here’s what that means for you. 1. What Recruiters Actually Do (and Don’t) Recruiters are connectors, not counselors. They:• Source, screen, and match candidates to job openings• Coordinate […]
Interviews Are Theater. Here’s What Really Works.
Let’s face it—most interviews are performances. Candidates rehearse, hiring managers judge, and everyone leaves wondering what’s real. But when businesses are built on talent, theater won’t cut it. So what really works? 1. Ditch the Resume, Test the Skills Example:Instead of asking a marketer about past campaigns, give them a product and ask how they’d […]
Hiring Isn’t Broken. Your Process Is.
Still wondering why you’re not attracting top talent? It’s not the talent pool that’s broken—it’s how you’re fishing in it. Let’s dissect the real problem: your hiring process. 1: You’re Still Hiring Like It’s 2005 Today’s workforce expects seamless digital experiences. If your process feels like paperwork, you’re losing candidates to companies who’ve modernized. 2: […]
You Don’t Need More Applicants — You Need Better Ones
If your inbox is overflowing with resumes but no one’s the right fit—you’ve got a quality issue, not a quantity one. More noise equals more confusion. Here’s how to fix it. 1. Stop Fishing with a Wide Net 2. Clarify the Job, Not Just the Title 3. Implement Smarter Screening Techniques 4. Quality Starts With […]
Dear HR: Stop With the Buzzwords
If your job post sounds like a tech startup trying too hard to be cool, we need to talk. Candidates aren’t impressed—they’re cringing. Let’s decode the nonsense and get real. 1: Buzzwords Are Killing Your Credibility 2: Job Descriptions Are Not Branding Statements 3: The Resume-Job Post Disconnect 4: What You Should Say Instead 5: […]
