The resurgence of retention

Here’s an interesting trend we’re seeing: A number of companies seem to be doing a better job of keeping their most valued employees happy. Mind you, this isn’t across the board. In too many workplaces, skilled individuals are ripe for a move and have one foot out the door, just waiting for the right opportunity.…

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Last post, we were singing …

and now, we definitely need to add to the choir. More jobs! Seriously, please take a look and pass it on to people in your network: Now, there’s a need for: *traffic manager for agency*senior art director for in-house agency*account manager(s) — in-house and agency*admin/recruiting intern for LandaJob*production artist for corporation*on-going temporary designer — avg.…

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Why you need to use a recruiter

A major employer in our industry (but not in our city, so don’t try to figure it out) made an offer to a candidate with sterling web/interactive/social media experience for a VP position. From the start, the employer said “No problem, we’ll pay your relocation costs.” Then, oops … we meant we’ll pay $3,500. After…

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