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Archive for October, 2006

So, Tell Me About Yourself

Posted by Ricki Sharpe on October 17, 2006 
Filed Under Interviewing | Leave a Comment

The behavioural interview technique is predicated on a simple premise: A look at the past provides a glimpse of the future; if you did it before, you will do it again.

The Cost of Getting it Wrong

Posted by Ricki Sharpe on October 11, 2006 
Filed Under Selection | Leave a Comment

It costs an average of 2.5 times an individual’s salary to replace an employee who doesn’t work out, including recruitment, training, termination costs, and lost productivity.

What Perks Do You Want?

Posted by Ricki Sharpe on October 10, 2006 
Filed Under Talent Management | Leave a Comment

Interesting work, recognition and reward of good performance and opportunities for promotion attract job seekers the most, according to a recent Accenture global recruitment survey.