Thank you for the positive note. When it comes to social media, it is a great way to connect with and be exposed to many active and passive candidates out there. I had a situation last year when I talked to a great candidate who I reached out to via LinkedIn for a great leadership opportunity. This person did not know me, but I was able to refer to people in my network that she knew. At the time, the individual was not in a position to move to the market where the position was based. At the beginning of December, we had another position that would not require relocation. I was able to make what I call a warm call to the candidate and because of our previous interactions, they took the call and we were able to pick up where we left off. The biggest challenge with social media is the time commitment it takes to get your profiles and networks established. LinkedIn is a great way to stay connected to people you know, people you’d like to know, passive candidates, active candidates, and also be exposed to more helpful information than you’ll know what to do with. Good luck as you begin your journey.

Steve “The Jobs Guy”

Happy Holidays,

Steve

You are correct that we serve both sides being candidate and hiring manager. My challenge is when candidates who are not even close to being qualified, continually apply for positions. I had a candidate go as far as to call our offices and was connected to me and demanded an explanation as to why he/she was not considered for a Director position even though they had never worked in our industry.

One of the things we hang our hat on is our ability to be thorough and timely. I know that the best candidates will understand that when we move through the process as long as we communicate effectively as to where they stand.

Thank you for the support and I look forward to your feedback as I begin to write more original content in the near future.

Respectfully,

Steve “The Jobs Guy” Feinberg

Respectfully,

Steve