by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
Recruiting used to have a little more humanity in it. Today, the speed of the industry has turned it into a race: get resumes, schedule interviews, close the req. Along the way, respect often disappears — candidates are ghosted, clients drag things out, and recruiters...
by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
Every candidate knows the expected answers when asked about strengths: I’m collaborative, I work hard, I’m analytical. They’re safe, they sound good, and they mean almost nothing. What really matters is understanding the one thing that truly sets you apart — the...
by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
Before You Start Your Job Search When people decide it’s time to make a career move, they usually start by updating their résumé or scrolling job boards. It feels productive — but it’s often the wrong first step. Before applying for anything, take time to understand...
by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
How to Prepare for an Intro Call with a Recruiter That first call with a recruiter can shape how — and whether — you’re remembered. Most introductory conversations last about 30 minutes, and they’re not interviews in the traditional sense. They’re scouting sessions —...
by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
Answering the Salary Question Few questions make candidates more uncomfortable than this one: “What’s your current compensation, and what are your expectations?” It’s a fair reaction. No one wants to undervalue themselves or price themselves out of consideration. But...
by dan_gathof | Jun 2, 2018 | Candidate
Does Where You Went to School Still Matter? Every so often, a candidate asks me, “Should I be worried that I didn’t go to a top-tier school? Most of the executives in this company have Ivy League MBAs.” It’s a fair question — and one that reveals something deeper...
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