Ask the best interview questions… But they’re probably not the ones you’re thinking about. Ask the best interview questions and you’ll hire the best people – right? It seems like a simple equation. And the converse must be true – if you are a candidate and you give the best answers, you’ll be hired. But…
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The best sales managers don’t magically materialize from the best sales reps. Developing – and demonstrating – the expertise to lead sales teams requires both concentrated, strategic career development and a bit of natural gifting. Parker Blake has placed dozens of successful sales managers, and here’s what we’ve learned. Don’t get out the…
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Executives: Be ready for opportunity to find you. Maybe you aren’t looking for a new job, but of course, you want to be ready if a stellar opportunity arises. (We all do, right?) How can you stay ready – be “findable” – in a way that is sustainable? What do you need to do to…
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How to find your dream job – even if you’re not sure what it is. Everyone dreams about enjoying that perfect job. One where work is pleasure. Where we would do the work for free because we love it so much (if we only could). Of course, there are no job wizards that will pay…
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What Employers Can Do to Prevent Candidates from Ghosting Have you been ghosted by a promising job candidate? Everyone seems to have a favorite story about that outstanding prospect who suddenly disappears from the recruitment process. You might think it’s just a millennial or junior-level problem, but the truth is that executives of all generations…
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Keeping a great candidate warm during a long hiring process can be difficult, no matter how good your executive recruiter is. Opportunities dwarf the number of qualified professionals. Surrounded by email, social media, and texting, candidates expect frequent communication and quick action. If you don’t meet their expectations, they’re likely to leave the pipeline. Some…
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It happens so frequently that it’s no longer a surprise – the need to quickly ramp up hiring. Maybe your company has acquired a new division or wants to launch a new product or service. Maybe the rising tide of the economy has lifted your corporate boat, too, and you need new talent quickly. But…
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What is the best way to interview job candidates? That might sound like an unnecessary question if you’re a human resources executive. If you’re a hiring manager, it could be the question you don’t want to ask. After all, you should know that already, even if you don’t frequently engage with candidates. We’ve all been…
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Artificial Intelligence might represent the biggest change in executive staffing since the online job board. Does that mean that corporate recruiting can be whittled down to a clerk at a computer? Or that there is no longer a need for skilled executive search professionals? The impact of AI on talent placement is only beginning to…
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Is there some “secret sauce” on how to prepare for a job interview that turns candidates into hires? Parker Blake is an Atlanta-based executive recruiting firm in the business of matching qualified candidates with great career opportunities, and that process starts with finding and preparing candidates. Here are some job interview tips that have helped…
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