Aug 4 2012: I think the necessary tests and information is here, its up to somebody to combine it in a sensible way. I wonder if there were a way to sensibly use facebook in this regard as well. Google+ had the idea with circles, but it hasn't caught on too much outside of the tech world.
Aug 4 2012: True, and I also believe that its a critial part. There has to be interest. But what if the candidate didn't know about the company? A foreign company, different market, etc. could quickly go unnoticed - and enthusiasm can be built.
I agree with you in regards to networking, in today's job market it leads to better results. In what ways could employers who mainly hire through the hidden jobmarket (ie all jobs that never make it to job boards) encouraged to open these positions to the general public? Referrals can help in regards to personality fit and honesty, but they may not bring about the most qualified individuals.
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A reply on Conversation: Create an outsourced hiring system that responds to both company and applicant needs
A reply on Conversation: Create an outsourced hiring system that responds to both company and applicant needs
A reply on Conversation: Create an outsourced hiring system that responds to both company and applicant needs
I agree with you in regards to networking, in today's job market it leads to better results. In what ways could employers who mainly hire through the hidden jobmarket (ie all jobs that never make it to job boards) encouraged to open these positions to the general public? Referrals can help in regards to personality fit and honesty, but they may not bring about the most qualified individuals.