Six Rules of Wise Recruiting
1. Look Back to Go Forward --take a look at your past procedures and practices as they relate to recruiting. Know what worked and what didn't - understanding why. If you can't fix a process throw it out. Develop a strategy based on tried and true techniques as well as using those that are new but helpful (like social networking) is the best approach.
2. Hire for attitude - train for skills - A resume will give you information on a person's experiences and background so you can learn what skills they have. Companies have the ability to train for certain skills and do all the time. Software changes, protocols change but you can't change a person's attitude about life and approach to work. Hire people whose attitude fits your company culture; If need be, you can train them to acquire the skills your company needs. New hires should have the ability to learn but the willingness to do so is crucial.
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2. Hire for attitude - train for skills - A resume will give you information on a person's experiences and background so you can learn what skills they have. Companies have the ability to train for certain skills and do all the time. Software changes, protocols change but you can't change a person's attitude about life and approach to work. Hire people whose attitude fits your company culture; If need be, you can train them to acquire the skills your company needs. New hires should have the ability to learn but the willingness to do so is crucial.
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