Category: Human Resources

Warren Buffett’s Ten Secrets of Success

Warren Buffett’s Ten Secrets of Success

We’re not 100% sure if these tips are “officially” from Warren Buffett, but this set of advice is widely attributed to him, and there are plaques in various public places…

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Understanding and Preventing Candidate Lies

Understanding and Preventing Candidate Lies

Candidates lie to recruiters for a variety of reasons.  Recruiters have to expect a certain amount of lying.  Some of it is even understandable.  Here are some examples: George says…

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Recruiting: Speed vs. Quality

Recruiting: Speed vs. Quality

Are speed and quality mutually exclusive concepts in recruiting?  Can you find the best candidate in the shortest possible time? The answer depends on what you are seeking.  Many employers…

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Are You A Leader or A Visionary?

Are You A Leader or A Visionary?

Lots of employers, listing the top traits that they want in an executive hire, will list both leadership and vision as very important. How often do both of these traits…

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Devil’s Advocate Questions From The Top Executive Recruiters

Devil’s Advocate Questions From The Top Executive Recruiters

“You’re just a title hunter, aren’t you?”  This is an actual question/declaration made by an executive to one of our candidates recently.  The exec was challenging why this recruited, employed,…

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Talent, Passion and Ambition – The Keys to Performance Management

Talent, Passion and Ambition – The Keys to Performance Management

Most leaders agree that people are their company’s #1 asset.  Yet, HR leaders struggle to find the best metrics by which to achieve solid performance management.  Talent acquisition is usually…

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Pay it Forward – At Work

Pay it Forward – At Work

#betterhiring, #betterjob, #betterworkenvironment, #kindness, #markbregman, #payitforward, #positivity, better hiring, better work environment, bobsearch, mark bregman, pay it forward, random acts of kindness

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Asking Candidates About Their Work History

Asking Candidates About Their Work History

One of the most critical factors in evaluating a candidate’s work history is how/why they left previous jobs.  As a recruiter, how you ask the question, and how you receive…

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Tactical Problem Resolution = Money in the Bank

Tactical Problem Resolution = Money in the Bank

Tactics are underrated.  Problem solving is taken for granted.  Business leaders want to hire executives who are strategic, who take a big picture view, who can make long term plans,…

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Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search
Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search

Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search

Back in November, I sat down with the guys at the Acquirable podcast at the ACG A&D Conference. They just released the episode, so I wanted to share it here.…...

How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates
How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

A single mis-hire can stall flight tests, slip milestones, and invite audit findings. In programs where safety and security are non-negotiable, failure shows up as grounded assets, rework, and lost…...

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