Q&A: Is a Recruiter Worth the Price?

Q: How can a talent acquisition specialist/recruiter help our organization? Our budget has been cut, and people just don’ t see value in outsourcing human resource functions.

A: An experienced recruiter can add immediate value to your search for top talent. A good recruiter understands that a number of elements comprise an entire process from beginning to end, and he or she knows how to orchestrate them.

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Q&A: What To Do When You Need a Jump Start During Your Job Search

Q: I am discouraged, upset and depressed about my job search. What should I work on next? My resume? Or …?

A: Without a doubt, work on yourself first. For now, set aside the resume, and stop typing the cover letter. No document will hide your frustration and upset feelings. They manifest themselves one way or another, so addressing what is bothering you takes priority above developing your documents.

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Q&A: Should You “Date” Yourself On Your Resume?

Q: Should I include graduation dates and dates for all of my diplomas on my resume? A recruiter told me to get rid of them because they “date” me. What do you think?

A: The sad truth is when dates are left off the resume, the reviewer is likely to draw one of two conclusions: (1) The candidate is, in fact, an experienced professional, or (2) The candidate is somehow trying to skew the truth.

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