Ever wonder why candidates vanish mid-hiring process? It’s a growing headache—40% of recruiters now report no-shows for interviews (Recruiter, April 2, 2025), up from 28% a few years back (Indeed, 2021). What’s fueling this trend? ⛽ The numbers hint at frustration—65% of candidates dread virtual-only interviews (SHRM, April 3, 2025). One possible contributing factor? Endless Zoom calls (virtual) wear thin. On top of [...]
More and more, I’m hearing finance professionals share that they are tired of working remotely and would like to get back to the office. Maybe not five days per week, 3/2 or 4/1 hybrid seem to be the sweet spots. But another related sentiment is popping up. I’m seeing candidates beginning to hit the wall with virtual interviews, so I did a little [...]
Interviews can veer into the absurd—after 25+ years recruiting & interviewing CPAs and finance leaders in Tampa Bay, I’ve got stories. Some candidates stroll in with resumes or PowerPoints, one once showed up with ice cream for the hiring manager. Others bring a sideshow. 🎪 Picture a CFO candidate I once interviewed. We got to the end of our introductory interview, and I [...]
Offer, acceptance and start date are only intermediary steps in securing a successful hire. To foster a successful and effective hire, onboarding is essential for integrating new talent into your management team and boosting organizational productivity. Let’s consider some numbers. 📊 With 25+ years placing CPAs and finance leaders, I’ve seen firsthand that stellar onboarding can glue talent to firms, while weak starts [...]
As a recruiter, I’ve seen firsthand how a streamlined hiring process can make or break talent acquisition. Efficiency isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a game changer. By cutting unnecessary steps, involving only key stakeholders, and sticking to a tight timeline, we can land top talent before they slip away. ✂️ Fewer steps mean focusing on what matters: a clear job description, targeted sourcing, and [...]
Here’s a (relatively) new concept in hiring & recruiting. And with evolving AI technology, the problem might only get worse. The issue is Deepfake Candidates. This sophisticated use of AI technology to impersonate job applicants can lead to costly and damaging consequences for organizations. 💰 Recent insights reveal that hiring a deepfake candidate could cost companies millions, not just in financial terms but [...]
So when should you schedule your interview? Which day of the week and/or what time of day? Does it really matter? First let’s consider some numbers and general ideas. According to a study by Accountemps, 61% of CFOs believe that the most productive time for conducting interviews is between 9 and 11 a.m. This early morning slot gives both you and the interviewer [...]
If there is one question that I’m asked each day – from both sides of the desk – it’s “what’s going on in the job market?” Or some form of that question. Let’s consider the recruitment or talent attraction side of the game for this discussion and look at those dynamics. Since many of you are numbers people, let’s look at some “job [...]
So what is the cost of a bad hire? Is it just a matter of losing time or is it a matter of losing money as well? Let's talk cold, hard facts. Think a bad hire is just a resume misfire? Think again! According to Business.com, they can cost up to 30% of their first-year salary, and that's just the tip of the [...]
Imagine this: two equally qualified candidates walk into your office for the same job. One nails the interview, leaving you convinced they're perfect. The other, despite strong skills and experience, falls short. But why? Gut feel or something specific? The culprit might be hiding in plain sight – unconscious bias. It's the monster under the interview table, influencing our decisions without us even [...]