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Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:53:13 GMT Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:53:13 GMT 10 hiring-human-resources http://www.linkedin.com/img/logos/logo.gif http://www.linkedin.com/answers 129 36 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592314-10864334 hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:52:26 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592314-10864334 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/startups-small-businesses/small-business/STR_SMB/592169-4667565 startups-small-businesses/small-business hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:00:33 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/startups-small-businesses/small-business/STR_SMB/592169-4667565 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592198-237738 I have a query from a client who is looking for stories/experiences of using SAP e-Recruitment for multinational recruitment. Please let me know if you would be willing to share your experience. Alan Whitford hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting technology/enterprise-software Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:31:14 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592198-237738 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592167-820995 One of my technical guys was working three straight weekends to comply with special requests made by one of our main clients. To make up for that I decided to give the guy four days off with full salary. Later on the week I was called to the HR director office and I was told that I did wrong because we live in difficult times and an additional effort is expected from everyone without additional compensation and because there are policies in the company for that. For your context: this is Mexico ... hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:48:38 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592167-820995 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/592281-16683870 Assisting a client with 2010 planning/compensation and needs a good source to reference for compensation trends. Specifically, distribution roles at life insurance product manufacturers such as RVPs (wholesalers), divisional managers, internal wholesalers, national sales managers etc. Thanks. hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:48:24 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/592281-16683870 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592290-13303470 Self Serving Bias.Has anyone come across person with such bias? If yes, then how did you tackle it? hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:43:39 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592290-13303470 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592186-23770042 Hi All Need your guidance, One of my friend offered job from France based organization. His employer saying for first 2 months are test period & asking to come with tourist based VISA If within that 2 months if he got success, they will continue him as employee & will transfer or convert Tourist VISA into employment or wokr permit VISA for France. My question is is this legal & possible in france to convert Tourist VISA into Employment or workpermit VISA? If yes who shud do ... hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:23:31 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592186-23770042 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592128-6899342 I just talked to one of the facilitators/consultants who run the White Men for Diversity program and I am very curious to hear actual participant experiences about the results and effectiveness of this program? The group is led by Bill Proudman and their website is http://www.wmfdp.com/ hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:10:41 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592128-6899342 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592048-10701488 As a trainer, I'm naturally interested in candidate's interest in training opportunities. How often do they ask about it? Do they have specific request? Or has the emphasis shifted, in our current economic situation, to issues of compensation and job security? hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:38:16 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592048-10701488 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592131-14276602 I'm trying to ask, how people break the cycle of frustration and anger in order to re-adjust themselves, back into corporate life after an extended period away from the workplace. hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:43:52 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/592131-14276602 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592120-20384547 I am currently involved in a project regarding employability. We have one question that we have difficulties with answering is: what are the concrete benefits of employability once its in place? I would be helped out a lot with any type of answer. hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:38:03 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/592120-20384547 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques/MAR_SLS_STC/591983-13489409 “A woman loses sick leave benefits after being spotted on Facebook.” Bromont, Quebec (WiredPRNews.com) How correct are you in sharing personal information on the social sites? The information is being browsed & translated differently by different geography and segments of people. Travel; activity; photographs and reading habits shared on the social web sites is a richer DNA than any secret agency repository on people. What is your guidelines & advise to share personal information on th ... marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:48:49 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques/MAR_SLS_STC/591983-13489409 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques/MAR_SLS_STC/591982-13489409 “A woman loses sick leave benefits after being spotted on Facebook.” Bromont, Quebec (WiredPRNews.com) How correct are you in sharing personal information on the social sites? The information is being browsed & translated differently by different geography and segments of people. Travel; activity; photographs and reading habits shared on the social web sites is a richer DNA than any secret agency repository on people. What is your guidelines & advise to share personal information on th ... marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:48:05 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/marketing-sales/sales/sales-techniques/MAR_SLS_STC/591982-13489409 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591864-27799311 Hi, I am just doing some research to create some training sessions on interviews. It would be great if you could put yourself in a recruiters shoes for industrial roles and tell me what 3 questions you would ask. This info would be gratefully received, Some recruiters really just ask the basics such as strengths and weaknesses etc. Any banana skin quiestions or experiences would be fantastic! Many thanks. hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:28:28 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591864-27799311 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591802-59020651 It would also be great to know where you turn to now to get help in your job search and what sites you visit. hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:36:18 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591802-59020651 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591489-12642202 hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies management/labor-relations Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:15:47 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591489-12642202 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591488-12642202 hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:13:31 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591488-12642202 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591713-41820520 hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:57:00 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591713-41820520 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591695-1715794 hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:24:31 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591695-1715794 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591598-11842576 I am a Career Advisor and will be presenting to a group of Marketing seniors on how to effectively use LinkedIn in their job search. The Marketing/Advertising/ PR fields have been hit real hard and the power of the network has never been more important. When they graduate this spring they will be competing with many hungry seasoned candidates that are going after the same entry-level jobs. I am well versed on job seeking techniques and the use of LinkedIN, but I am seeking creative ideas and i ... hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:43:45 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591598-11842576 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591617-1892271 hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:33:52 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591617-1892271 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591529-50568725 hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:13:33 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591529-50568725 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591528-50568725 hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:09:19 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591528-50568725 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591466-14875738 Our association’s (Alberta, Canada) human resources magazine is currently looking for articles on the positive impact of the recession, as it applies to human resources practice. If you, or someone you know, is interested in writing an article of 1200-1500 words, which will be read by over 3,700 HR professionals, please let me know. Here is a general idea of the types of article themes that we are most interested in reviewing: 1. How HR has boosted effectiveness in the recession: For ex ... hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:53:53 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591466-14875738 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591607-2872582 hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:21:12 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591607-2872582 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591544-1798345 hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:42:40 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/compensation-benefits/HRH_CMP/591544-1798345 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591235-2737527 So with all the recruiters on this site we figured some of you would have the answer to this question: Whats the best answer any job candidate ever gave you during an interview? JobRadio.fm wants you to tell them by calling in your story to our comment line at (203) 816-0339...if we like it we'll use it on the air and give you credit. Be sure to lead with your name and company and tell us what the question was and then the answer that impressed you. You are limited to 3 minutes or less ... hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:38:25 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591235-2737527 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591334-1320124 <br>Clarification added November 23, 2009 6:30 AM: Aside from a "superior" view over people's qualities which is a hierarchical classification, and in context of job description that requires from candidates to understand, interpret, apply, implement new concepts and ideas, why “superior” becomes the new standard when we already know that by reaching one level, we have at any point in time other “levels” available open to all of us to reach? Thank you ... hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:06:44 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591334-1320124 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591248-17354625 REC2REC agencies... their clients seem to want big billers to join their team. In the recession we are currently in I can see how Recruitment Agencies would want high billers to compliment their existing team. But what on earth whould inspire a high billing recruitment consultant 250-300K + per year to give up a career where they are proving successful, to join a new company with potential financial instability of a new and unfamiliar environment? I have a number of friends in the recruitme ... hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:04:58 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/staffing-recruiting/HRH_SFF/591248-17354625 http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591218-24316375 I have an employee who took maternity leave to give birth, it is sad she lost her baby a few hours after giving birth. The DIFC labour law gives the employee 90 days as maternity leave, but unfortunately there are no clear legal paragraph in the DIFC or UAE labour law with regards to leave in such cases, I can easily seek legal advice from my colleagues in the firm, but I was wondering what would be the best practises in such cases, is it to give the employee one month leave as a Passionate Leav ... hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies law-legal/employment-labor-law Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:37:58 GMT http://www.linkedin.com/answers/hiring-human-resources/personnel-policies/HRH_PPO/591218-24316375