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Do I HAVE to have a job description?
So often I am asked, "Do I HAVE to have a job description?" In this 1 minute and 37 second video, I explain 3 reasons why having a fresh job description when you hire is a critical step.
Why We Need To Respond To Candidates
There are 3 important reasons why you should respond to every candidate who applies for a job within your company. Beth Smith of A-list Interviews explains in this one-minute interview essential video.
What Is The Most Important Part Of The Hiring Process?
Beth Smith of A-list Interviews answers the question, "What is the most important part of the hiring process. You may be surprised by her answer.
I Have A Killer Tan – 2018
I Have A Killer Tan! Last week, I sat on the beach with sand in my toes, wind in my hair, the ocean roaring in my ears, and a peacefulness that I rarely have. I spent a 2-week vacation with my family, exploring colleges for my daughter, walking on the beach and...
Stop Reading Resumes
Beth Smith reveals that reading resumes is actually creating a bias in your hiring process. Tune into to discover a better way of screening candidates.
Want to change your company culture? Try Flood Prevention
On Friday the 13th, I had a meeting planned with one of my favorite clients. I arrived excited to be there and was greeted by the team having a company lunch. I asked my client, “What is the occasion?” He replied, “Flood prevention.” Oh…Wait! What? Everyone on to the...
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” Mike Tyson
It may surprise you to discover I have been learning to box. When I am sparring, I am notorious for dropping my left hand, which means my face is left unprotected. My trainer keeps telling me that I am going to get punched in the face if I don’t protect myself with...
Everyone Thinks They Can Make Love, Interview And Drive.
A few years ago, I was speaking about hiring to a group of CPAs'. We were discussing the differences between hiring and interviewing, when all of the sudden, a gentleman stood up in the back and shouted, "You know, everyone thinks they can make love, interview and...
Kill The Job Interview?
For those of you who know me well, you know that I am a total nerd when it comes to interviewing. I read everything I can get my hands on about this particular topic. As an expert in the interview process for hiring employees, I was particularly struck by this Fast...
How To Prevent Burn Out In Your Staff
My daughter, Katy, had exactly one week left to finish her Junior year of high school. As you can well imagine, she was in a mad panic about how she was going to get everything done. She had 4 papers due that week, 6 tests, 2 group projects, teacher gifts,...