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Using Social Media to Grow Your Talent Network
With the labor market being so competitive, companies have to do everything they can to reach as wide an audience of candidates as possible, and social media is one of the best ways to do so. It is always a good idea to be constantly building your talent pool for...
Ask a Recruiter: What Makes a Candidate Stand Out?
This is the first installment of our new series called “Ask a Recruiter”, in which we pose a question to our executive recruiters about hiring, interviewing, job search, and more. If you have any questions you’d like to ask for this series, please leave them in the...
How Technology Has (And Hasn’t) Changed Recruiting
Having been an executive recruiter for over 25 years, I can attest to the fact that developments in technology have vastly affected the recruiting industry. The process of recruiting has become faster and more effective thanks to advancements in technology such as…...
9021Pho Selects Ric Gordon as New Chief Operating Officer
90210Pho, a Vietnamese-French fusion restaurant chain based in Los Angeles, has selected Ric Gordon as its new Chief Operating Officer after a nationwide search led by Bristol Associates. Ric has an extensive background in restaurant operations and development from...
Proactive Recruiting Strategies You Should Be Using
Have you ever had an open position at your company that you just can’t find quality candidates for? Sometimes hiring managers feel like they have exhausted all their usual recruiting methods—including posting the job online, and even reaching out to passive...
How to Answer Difficult Interview Questions
For many of us, interviews are intimidating and nerve-wracking. Preparing answers to difficult interview questions will strengthen your chances of making a great impression on a potential employer. Use the following tips to respond intelligently to even the toughest...
Importance of the Thank You Letter
The interview process is not over when you walk out the door or hang up the phone—sending a thank you letter within twenty-four hours is essential. Many interviewers rely on thank you letters to judge your written communication skills, interest in the position, and...
How Your Nonprofit Can Build a Great Employer Brand
As an executive search firm, we know how much easier it is to recruit for an organization that has a reputation as a “great place to work.” However when an organization has a poor image as an employer, it can be difficult to get anyone, let alone the best talent, to...
7 Do’s and Don’ts for Working with a Recruiter in Your Job Search
When looking for a new position, working with a recruiter is a great option that not everyone considers. Recruiters can act as a guide by scheduling and prepping you for the interview, providing useful feedback, and mediating salary. As an executive search...