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How do agencies use social media used to recruit?

How do agencies use social media used to recruit?

by Saj Akbar | Jan 21, 2021

Platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram offer recruiters channels by which talent can be more proactively sourced including those candidates who may not be so visible through more traditional methods

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Can recruitment agencies charge candidates for finding them work?

Can recruitment agencies charge candidates for finding them work?

by Saj Akbar | Jan 14, 2021

An employment or recruitment agency must not charge a fee for finding you work or trying to find you work

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Are Recruitment Practices Ethical?

Are Recruitment Practices Ethical?

by Saj Akbar | Jan 7, 2021

Ethics plays a crucial role in recruitment and selection because employees, if recruited and developed properly can be a valuable asset for the business.

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What is the difference between a portfolio FD and a part time FD?

What is the difference between a portfolio FD and a part time FD?

by Saj Akbar | Dec 31, 2020

The Finance Director (FD) plays a key role in a business large or small and their ‘worth’ may be observed in
 strategic planning
 commercial contribution
 operational performance

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How do companies use algorithms to recruit?

How do companies use algorithms to recruit?

by Saj Akbar | Dec 24, 2020

Algorithms are essentially a way a computer processes data.

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What is the difference between recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and recruitment firms?

What is the difference between recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and recruitment firms?

by Saj Akbar | Dec 17, 2020

Before I answer this question, it’s worth defining what recruitment process outsourcing or an RPO is.

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Why is recruitment important?

Why is recruitment important?

by Saj Akbar | Dec 10, 2020

Good recruitment is vital for every business

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Should cost be a factor in choosing a recruitment partner?

Should cost be a factor in choosing a recruitment partner?

by Saj Akbar | Dec 3, 2020

Cost is a key consideration in choosing a recruitment partner, but so is understanding the quality of the hire.

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What is the shortest/longest interim assignment you have been engaged on?

What is the shortest/longest interim assignment you have been engaged on?

by Saj Akbar | Nov 26, 2020

Interim professionals by the very nature of what they do are focused on outcomes.

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How do you vet interim professionals or contractors before I engage them in my business?

How do you vet interim professionals or contractors before I engage them in my business?

by Saj Akbar | Nov 19, 2020

It is incredibly important to vet staff when it comes to hiring decisions

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How do you grow your professional network?

How do you grow your professional network?

by Saj Akbar | Nov 12, 2020

Growing my professional network is incredibly important to me and is the bloodline of my business.

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How do you match candidates to client requirements regarding brief culture, etc?

How do you match candidates to client requirements regarding brief culture, etc?

by Saj Akbar | Nov 5, 2020

Whilst there are numerous technological advances throughout our industry, mistakes are made if we ignore the human element which impact on candidates and the company’s reputation.

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What percentage of your work is referral or recommendation?

What percentage of your work is referral or recommendation?

by Saj Akbar | Oct 29, 2020

82% of our business is from referral and recommendation.

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How do you go about applying for a PSL?

How do you go about applying for a PSL?

by Saj Akbar | Oct 22, 2020

A PSL (preferred supplier list – also referred to as a preferred supplier agreement or preferred supplied framework) can be beneficial for many businesses

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How do I attract good candidates when the program may not be viewed as exciting?

How do I attract good candidates when the program may not be viewed as exciting?

by Saj Akbar | Oct 15, 2020

The interim market swings in favour of quality interim professionals. Top interim professionals know how in demand they are, what their offering is, the value they bring to an assignment and the legacy they leave behind.

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How do you keep on top of current trends and professional development?

How do you keep on top of current trends and professional development?

by Saj Akbar | Oct 8, 2020

It’s important to keep abreast of what’s going on, but not be overwhelmed by it. I use a variety of methods to keep myself educated:

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What is the difference between a temporary worker and an interim professional?

What is the difference between a temporary worker and an interim professional?

by Saj Akbar | Oct 1, 2020

Most businesses will use a contingent workforce, made up of freelancers, consultants, temporary workers, and interim professionals.

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How do I weed out people who want permanent roles when I am recruiting for an interim position and want professional interims?

How do I weed out people who want permanent roles when I am recruiting for an interim position and want professional interims?

by Saj Akbar | Sep 25, 2020

Your recruitment partner, be that internal or external, should be your guide on this. Sometimes it is easy to identify from a CV.

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What can you expect from a Recruitment Process?

What can you expect from a Recruitment Process?

by Saj Akbar | Sep 18, 2020

This will differ from consultancy to consultancy, job to job, level of seniority of role etc.

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What is the difference between a Recruitment Consultant and an HR Consultant?

What is the difference between a Recruitment Consultant and an HR Consultant?

by Saj Akbar | Sep 11, 2020

Quite simply a Recruitment Consultant is someone who focuses specifically on recruiting and all their activities are dedicated to this process.

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