Comments on: How To Find Great People

By: Joseph Barisonzi

Joseph Barisonzi — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:06:43 +0000

I love the ideas of #1 — but since our HR policies require a certain degree of gender neutrality I will have to give a shout out to #2! Especially in times like these when there is so much personal and organizational stress, the invaluable of an employee that can find the humor and share it in appropriate ways with others is such an essential asset for a company.

By: John (from #8)

John (from #8) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 19:48:54 +0000

John, regarding your resume, I’d be glad to take a look at it and provide you with feedback. Additionally, have you taken full advantage of LinkedIn and solicited companies for whom you would want to work and people who (by title) may be in the position to make hiring decisions? Have you enlisted the services of a headhunter?

By: John

John — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:44:35 +0000

What about from the other point of view?? How does a hard working tech sales person get an interview now?? Out of about 500 resumes sent I have not even gotten a single call back. I have changed the resume, I have sent emails, I have done everything I can think of. How does a potential employee break through the pack and stand out???

By: John (from #8)

John (from #8) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:27:55 +0000

#6 by Jill and #13 by Stephen are excellent. To Jill’s point, in another article I just contributed to, I stressed the importance of giving and creating opportunities for others and then preparing yourself to be a “humble taker” because the opportunities will come! And to Stephen’s point, true talent can come from any facet or walk of life and it’s really important for those of us in hiring positions and for those searching for talent to keep your heart, mind and eyes open for talent wherever you find yourself standing at that point. When you’ve found the right person, it literally does something great for you and them!