Author Archives: Dean Anderson
What’s Your Grandmother’s Maiden Name? The NEW Interview Process
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I find in today’s society, the process of purchasing or accessing anything has become much longer. I was getting gas the other day, and at the pump I had to go through a list of about four questions before being able to put gas in my tank. I felt it…
The Value of Top Notch Recruiters
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I’ve had the luxury of working with some phenomenal IT recruiters over the past 17 years. I’ve also had the misfortune of working with a few who just didn’t bring the professionalism or the skill necessary to be successful in this industry. So that begs the question: “What does a…
Use of Staffing Agencies vs. a Managed Service Provider
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There is a trend in staffing where companies are frequently now outsourcing day-to-day management responsibilities. This is usually referred to as a Management Service Provider. This approach is used mainly to cut costs and improve operations. I imagine for most clients, it does just that. However, my experience when talking…
Good Job Descriptions Come From Good Relationships
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I think there is a major difference in a “job order taker” and a true “relationship builder.” The difference in these two is monstrous and I believe strongly changes the quality of job descriptions you get from a client if they’re willing to work with you as an agency. Why…
Technology Jobs Make Austin the New Silicon Valley
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I relocated to Austin from Boston ten years ago last month. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still a Bostonian at heart and always will be I’m sure. However, in 2003 I felt the need to leave the snow, find a friendly sunny place, and expand EDI Specialists’ services in the…
Social Media is Changing the Recruiting Game
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If you had asked me four to five years ago how I felt about social media, I probably would not have had a clue what you were talking about. If you had asked me the same question just two years ago, I would probably tell you I didn’t like it…