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We have gathered together some articles which we felt would be of interest to you.

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Interviewing the professional candidate
(pdf 113kb)
Have you met the ideal person for the job? Or have you just encountered a highly coached, interview-savvy candidate? Here are tips and strategies to help assess the true qualities under the surface of the slick, 'professional' job seeker.
   
The Seven Habits of Spectacularly Unsuccessful Executives
(pdf 479kb)
Surprisingly, or perhaps not so surprisingly, each of the qualities that you need to be spectacularly unsuccessful are qualities that are widely sought after in the business world.
   
Recruiting in a Tight Market
(pdf 794kb)
There are some positions where it's almost impossible to attract a candidate. Especially for highly skilled, technical positions, it can be a seller's market. Here are some tips on how to widen you pool of candidates.
   
Ten Common Interviewing Mistakes
(pdf 588kb)
Why is the traditional interview so ineffective as a predictor of future performance? Here are some of the reasons for this disconcerting fact.
   
All Skill No Finesse
(pdf 655kb)
Personality makes a difference in a new hire's success. Testing can help you make the best decision.
   
AEGON Case Study
(pdf 1260kb)
AEGON Canada partnered with McQuaig to improve retention and employee satisfaction.
   
Standard Coffee Service
(pdf 549kb)
Read how the Standard Coffee Service Company reduced their turnover and increased profits by using the right tools to recruit the right people and keep them motivated.
   
The Four Levels of Fit
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How can you tell if you've found the right employee for the job?  When conducting job interviews, it's easy enough to judge candidates by their technical knowledge, education and skill sets, but that final element — fit — is harder to pin down.

 

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