Recruiting
The other day in class we discussed recruiting from an employer’s perspective. I could not help but wonder if the discussion could be useful in applying for jobs. In my own personal experiences, I have always found that it is easier to do well when I knew what was expected of me and what to look for. While I realize that every employer is going to be looking for something different, I believe that having a general understanding of how employers view and approach the process of recruitment can be extremely helpful. The knowledge of how many recruitment resources they have at their fingertips could be especially helpful. Keeping this fact in mind should ensure that an applicant works hard to leave the best impression because he or she will realize how easily the employer can just move on to the next applicant. It also gives people a better idea of how to apply for a job. Being able to get a job after college is an extremely important part of career development, and I believe that because we have discussed recruitment from both an employer’s and an applicant’s perspectives, we will be in a better position when that time comes.
Comments
Posted by: Matt Collins
Posted on: December 9, 2006 03:07 AM
I agree with your theory about knowing what it is that each specific interviewer is looking for in an interviewee. This brings back memories of the Mock Interview assignment, where we had the chance to receive feedback about the positive and negative ways in which we presented ourselves to potential employers. As my interviewer assessed my performance, I was continually astonished at the strictly organized format of the interview and the way in which my performance was evaluated based on very specific points of interest. This goes to show just how careful employers are when choosing who to hire, and it certainly helps to know in advance what these employers' expectations are.