Tommy Corsello on LinkedIn: This week I had someone cancel their final interview and accept a… | 178 comments (2024)

"Good morning, Tommy, I’m going to pass on this opportunityAfter doing some research online (Glassdoor, Indeed) it appeared the company had overall very poor employee reviews."Job seekers - this post is for you!Relying solely on Glassdoor or Indeed reviews is a bad idea... Here's why 👇 They typically reflect extreme opinions—either highly positive or highly negative. You're not going to find many (if any) neutral reviews.It's a very small sample size. It's not going to accurately reflect the overall employee experience.They often lack context. A review from a different department or job function might not be relevant to your potential role.AND sadly, they're often manipulated. Some companies may encourage employees to post positive reviews, while others might be the target of negative reviews from competitors or disgruntled ex-employees.Do this instead 👇 Speak directly with current or former employees, especially those in similar roles or departments. We call these information interviews...Do your own research. Look at the company's financial health, industry reputation, and recent news to get a broader understanding.Finish the interview process. The way a company conducts interviews can provide valuable insights into its culture, values, and how they treat people. What did I miss?

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Every hiring manager asks for "strong communication skills" Here's what I think they mean:1.) You respond promptly to others.2.) You keep your teammates, customers, and partners informed. If there are delays or setbacks, you communicate them.3.) You explain your work clearly to those who may not be familiar with it.4.) You ask for help when you encounter challenges or need assistance.5.) You treat everyone with respect.Anything else you'd add?

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I’ve been using Stafference for over 3 years.Only about 10% of the candidates recruiters source are hired. So what happens to the other 90%? Often, their information sits unused, not because they lack quality, but because matching them with the right roles is challenging.Enter Stafference.Their platofrm lets you quickly match vetted talent with open roles using targeted keywords. Essentially, it ensures your efforts don’t go to waste. Employers get access to top candidates, recruiters maximize their networks, and candidates land jobs that match their strengths.If you’re a Recruiter, Hiring manager or Job Seeker I’d encourage you to sign up and create an account!

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In interviews, my goal is to find reasons to advance candidates, not to rule them out.As a candidate, your chances of moving forward increase when you steer clear of these common pitfalls:Appearing disengaged or low-energySkipping research on the role or companySharing examples or experiences that aren't relevantHaving difficulty highlighting your strengths and skillsRecruiters (typically) are rooting for their candidates to do well. That should take some pressure off. Come prepared, bring your A-game, and let your enthusiasm and strengths take center stage!!

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"Tommy, we are having the same problem as you...Today I have a guy who just resigned with the same qualifications. We are looking but not too many of them."This interaction really gets to the heart of the difficulty of replacing your hardest to fill positions.For context, I asked for a referral.Everyone claims they are 'looking'. Especially those in the top 5% of their field. But the real question is the level of effort invested in placing them.As a recruiter just stating the difficultly isn't enough. This is our chance to be consultative. Show the metrics of professionals in the field with those credentials, data of search efforts in process, results of completed assignments, etc...In my opinion this is one of the best parts of my job! What about you? What are things you hear over again when trying to fill your hardest jobs?#Recruitment #Investments #Talent

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Recruiters and hiring managers...Schedule a follow-up call between the candidate's acceptance and their start date.Especially in this job market. It's a simple step to add to your recruitment process.The interim period is often filled with anxiety, tension, and excitement.Touching base to confirm everything is on track and to outline expectations for the first day can have a tremendous impact.

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During interviews, some candidates try to cover too much and it usually ends with going off topic.It's better to share varied experiences but concentrate on one example to show your impact.Instead of offering 3-5 examples for each skill, choose one and explore it in detail.Concise and specific answers make a strong impression.Interviews are your chance to elaborate on your resume and highlight your skills.Sometimes less is more.

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A couple months ago I had a candidate decline an offer.A hiring manager asked, "Tommy, we appreciate what you do, but isn’t it a waste of time to interview candidates if they might turn us down? Can you make sure they’re serious about joining us before we proceed? How do you handle this?"Here's my reply:"You can't.When you have top-tier candidates interviewing for your hardest-to-fill roles—those in the top 5% of their field with highly specialized skills—if they show interest in your company, understand the compensation range, you should invest time in speaking with them.It’s worth your time, regardless of the outcome. Some may not find the fit, others might stay where they are, and some will join your team. Show them the value of the opportunity. Make a compelling offer.Then trust you've done everything you could to attract them!But there's no way to guarantee a 100% offer to acceptance ratio."Thoughts? Agree/disagree?

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The ultimate excuse this week..."I was affected by the Microsoft outages"Anyone, anywhere on the globe can say they were in some way, shape or form affected and it would be completely legitimate.On a more serious note, I think we are all still wondering how this all could have happened. A failed Crowdstrike software update can do this much damage?? I hope small businesses and enterprises alike continue to get answers!#operations #cybersecurity #crowdstrike

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