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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦

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🎬 Content Creator 💼 Talent Acquisition Leader 🎙️Podcaster & Keynote Speaker. I teach recruiters how to create videos that get them noticed & attract QUALIFIED talent. www.throwouttheplaybook.com

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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
The Most In-Demand Skill of 2026 Isn't What You Think open.substack.com/pub/workflue...
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The Most In-Demand Skill of 2026 Isn't What You Think
It’s not AI prompting.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
@torinellis.bsky.social is one of the most sought after speakers in HR and TA, but that wasn’t always the case. He’s put in the reps to get to where he’s at. And he shared the BTS of his strategy with me on this week’s episode of The Workfluencer Podcast. youtu.be/bAeYskwfqTI?...
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The Dangerous Myth of “Charge What You’re Worth” | Torin Ellis | Workfluencer Podcast
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Let's stop explaining that DEI is more than race & gender. THEY KNOW. They just don’t care. As long as those identities are punished, they’re fine—even if it harms them. So, let’s get back to doing the work. Watch my convo w/ @ttara.bsky.social & @mattalder.bsky.social on staying committed to DEI
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DEI Under Fire: How Companies Can Stay Committed in 2025
Let’s explore how recent executive orders are impacting DEI in the workplace—and what companies can do to stay compliant while staying true to their values.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Executives aren't the only ones negotiating their severance before starting a job...
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Recruiters React To Pre-Hire Severance Negotiation Trend
Severance negotiations aren’t just for executives anymore—candidates at all levels are now asking for severance terms before they’re even hired. But is this smart protection or a red flag for recruiters and employers? Join Matt Alder - @recruitingfuturepod and I as we dive into this growing trend, share our insights on how it impacts the Talent Acquisition world, and discuss whether pre-hire severance agreements are here to stay. You’ll learn about: ✅ Why candidates are negotiating severance upfront ✅ The benefits and risks for recruiters and employers ✅ What this trend says about the evolving job market 💡 Don’t miss this engaging discussion to stay ahead of the latest hiring trends! 🎥 About This Series Catch us LIVE every Monday on the Alder Hour, presented by @PurpleAcorn, as we explore the latest trends shaping HR and Talent Acquisition. Together, we decide if a trend is here to stay or if it’s on its way out! 🌟 Subscribe to the channel for more discussions, insights, and predictions about the future of work: https://www.youtube.com/@RhonaBPierce?sub_confirmation=1 ----------------------------- 📧 Become a More Strategic Recruiter: https://www.rhonapierce.com/newsletter/ 💬 Did you enjoy this video? Let me know in the comments below! 🎬 Get 1 Month’s worth of social media videos done for you: https://perceptiblestudios.com/ --------------- *Welcome to the Official YouTube Channel of Rhona Pierce* Here you'll find comprehensive resources for mastering the art of strategic talent acquisition and management. With over 15 years of experience transitioning from a software engineer to a leading Talent Acquisition consultant, I've gained profound insights into the nuances of recruiting and its pivotal role in organizational success. Here, I delve into the essentials of becoming a Strategic Talent Partner. Each video offers practical advice, from optimizing your recruitment strategies to enhancing candidate experiences, ensuring your team acquires top-tier talent effectively. Every Wednesday(ish), I bring you new content that includes behind-the-scenes looks into my techniques, insightful interviews with leading Talent Acquisition professionals, and practical tips on how to navigate and rectify the common perception issues faced by recruiting teams. ➡️ This channel is an indispensable tool for HR professionals, recruiters, and corporate leaders seeking to foster a culture of respect and efficiency within their recruitment processes. By subscribing, you'll learn how to implement strategic hiring practices, build robust candidate relationships, and significantly impact your organization's growth and retention rates. Join me on this journey to transform your approach to talent acquisition and become a beacon of innovation and success in your field. Engage with a community of like-minded professionals who are eager to elevate their practices and reshape the future of recruiting. Subscribe today and empower your team to achieve excellence in talent management. --------------- 📲 *Follow me on Social Media:* 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhonabpierce/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rhonabpierce 🎧 Check out my Podcast https://www.throwouttheplaybook.com/ --------------- #RhonaPierce #FutureofWork #hiringtrends #severance
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Let's settle this debate: Is recruiting sales? There's tons of similarities. Some recruiters like the comparison others hate it. I think: YES. But I also think EVERY JOB is sales. 🤷🏾‍♀️ What's your take?
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Veni Kunche @veni.dev · 18/12/2024
My newsletter specifically curated for people who are underrepresented in tech is out! 💜 In this week's issue, 💼 Wikimedia Foundation, Murmuration and CMU are hiring 📆 GovTechCon is this week ⭐️ Our spotlight is on Suchir Balaji newsletter.diversifytech.com/p/diversify-...
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Connecting underrepresented folks in tech with career opportunities
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
🤔 Why are you still sending emails candidates don't even open? Let's be honest - we're all guilty of: - "Hope this email finds you well" - "Personalization" that isn't fooling anyone - That tired "quick question" subject line But there's a better way. New episode with Brandon Jeffs out today!
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The Secret to Recruiting Emails That Actually Work
Create Candidate Email Campaigns using Nurture by Teamtailor link.rhonapierce.com/teamtailor Learn how to build engaged talent pipelines and drive better hiring outcomes using email nurture campaigns. In this episode, I’m joined by TA Leader Brandon Jeffs. We discuss actionable strategies for recruiters and talent acquisition professionals to personalize their approach, streamline outreach, and create authentic connections with candidates. Email is more than just a communication tool—it’s a powerful way to nurture candidates at every stage of the hiring funnel. Learn how to map the candidate journey, craft emails that get replies, and optimize your process to achieve incredible results. What You'll Learn in This Episode: • How to design email nurture campaigns that boost candidate engagement. • How to map the candidate journey and identify key touchpoints to nurture relationships. • Why candidate nurturing is more than a one-time activity—it’s a daily practice. • The role of authenticity in candidate engagement...
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
If you've ever posted a job online, you know how frustrating it can be to review the hundreds of unqualified applications that come in... 🤦🏾 I wrote about the easiest way to attract QUALIFIED candidates. 👀 Check out the post 👉🏾 www.rhonapierce.com/best-strateg...
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Best Strategy To Attract The Right Candidates
Discover a game-changing strategy for attracting top talent! Learn how partnering with hiring managers and leveraging the power of video will help you attract the right candidates for your role.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Things candidates want to know before hitting apply 2009 -Salary & Benefits -Salary & Benefits -Salary & Benefits 2024 -Salary & Benefits -Salary & Benefits -Salary & Benefits Put the salary range on the Job Posting It's never not going to be a relevant data point
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
What words or ideas come to mind when you think about me and my content? 🤔
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
🚨 PSA for anyone hiring. The next time you're frustrated with the amount of "unqualified" applicants for your roles... instead of going to LinkedIn to post 💩 takes, ask yourself (or your TA team): what have we done to attract these "unqualified" ppl. I promise, it's your fault!
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
I'm tired of hearing how "hard" it is to give feedback to candidates Creating Customizable email templates isn't hard Creating a Standardized Feedback Process isn't hard
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Most of the job search advice out there is about how to make the recruiter or hiring manager's life easier & not about how to actually get a job 🙄 I'm glad more recruiters are sharing content on LI, but self-serving "advice" is NOT what will get you qualified candidates...
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Should interview questions be shared with candidates before an interview? Some say it eases anxiety, others worry about prepared answers. What's YOUR take? 🤔
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
99% of the job postings I see don’t clearly outline: 📌 The impact I’ll have on the org 📌 Who I’m going to work with 📌 What’s it like to work there No wonder you’re getting hundreds of unqualified applicants 🤷🏾‍♀️ Stop talking about tasks Start talking about impact 💥
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Most Recruiting Teams aren't seen as strategic partners Honestly, TA leaders are to blame for this... They're sharing the wrong data I get it, the business wants to see your Time-to-fill numbers, and you should show them But.. (1/4)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Do you ever feel like you’re talking to yourself when you post something online? 👀 In this blog post I share How To Get Your Content Noticed Even if You Have a Small Audience. 👉🏾 www.rhonapierce.com/get-content-...
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How to get your Content Noticed Online When You Have a Small Audience
Do you ever feel like you're talking to yourself when you post something online? Like many creators, I put my heart and soul into every piece of content I create. But when your audience is small, many of your posts go unnoticed.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
There are 3 secrets every GREAT recruiter knows about hiring… That most recruiters don’t. Want them? Here they are 👇🏾
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
5 steps to go from Recruiter ➡️ Strategic Talent Partner: 1️⃣ Align with business goals 2️⃣ Build relationships w/leaders 3️⃣ Develop Talent Pipelines 4️⃣ Leverage Data & Analytics 5️⃣ Prioritize Candidate Experience Here’s the secret: WORK on stuff that matters & TALK about it 💎
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
👱🏻‍♂️🧔🏻‍♂️👴🏻👩🏾 Diversity ✅ That's how it works right? Hire from ONE diverse group & you're done. On to the next "initiative" "Your success is not how many you've hired, it's how many are able to have an equitable experience through your stages, & then, how many stay?" 💎 (1/2)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
There's so much more to creating equitable content than using diverse imagery. Yes, your recruiting content should reflect the diversity of the real world, but it should also: - Be accessible to everyone - Use unbiased language - Be culturally competent - Embrace neurodiversity
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
You don’t need to go viral, to attract qualified candidates You need to create the type of content your ideal candidate WANTS to consume Here’s how to figure out what they want [1/2]
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Hiring is a team sport & the Recruiting team shouldn’t be the only one playing Get everyone creating talent-attracting content - Train them on content creation - Provide tools & resources - Recognize & REWARD creator employees Employee Generated Content >> Marketing Content
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Purple Acorn @purpleacorn.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Plans next Monday? Clock out with @mattalder.bsky.social
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
If I were to write a Recruiting/Hiring guide on ONE specific topic and release it for FREE, what would you want me to cover in it?
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
40% of Hiring Managers Lie during interviews That same 40% probably judge candidates for job hopping Yet they lie about: ➡️ Career Growth ➡️ Job Responsibilities ➡️ Professional Development Relationships built on lies end TERRIBLY Train your hiring managers! Retention > Quick “wins”
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
SEO isn’t just for blogs & websites Your Job Postings need some SEO love as well Do these 3 things to boost visibility: ✔️ Use relevant keywords in job titles & descriptions ✔️ Make them Mobile-Friendly ✔️ Use clear headlines, bullet points, & short paragraphs
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Reminder: Your next hire could already be in the ATS Some of the best hires I’ve made were past candidates who had the skills and experience we were looking for, but didn’t quite fit the initial role at the time. Have you checked your ATS today?
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Can we all agree that: - Every recruiter reviews resumes differently - Some recruiters read cover letters others don't - The ATS is just a CRM for hiring - Some recruiters hate the open to work banner MOST love it Now please, let's create content about other things for 2025
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Recruiting teams have a perception problem... And it's up to us to fix it! But there's not that much ACTIONABLE advice on how to fix things. That's why I started a weekly newsletter, to show you how & you can read it in less than 5 min Subscribe 👉🏾 rhonapierce.com/newsletter
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Learn How to Hire Strategically
A weekly newsletter written by Rhona Pierce with honest insights and actionable advice for leaders looking to hire qualified talent.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Video is the easiest way to get a stranger to trust you That makes it one of the best strategies to attract qualified talent Here are 3 types of videos you can create to engage candidates: [1/3]
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Most candidates research a company BEFORE they apply They look for content about: - Company Culture & Values - DE&I - Employee Testimonials Is your content providing these answers? Or are you letting the disgruntled employees on Glassdoor do the talking? (1/2)
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Veni Kunche @veni.dev · 03/12/2024
If you are hiring and would like to diversify your candidate pipeline, we'd love to share your roles with our members! We'll distribute them to our network of 15,000+ mid to senior-level tech professionals from diverse backgrounds. Post your roles here: buff.ly/4hq0JGD
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Diversify Tech - Connecting marginalized folks in tech with career opportunities
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Veni Kunche @veni.dev · 03/12/2024
We have two new opportunities for Software Engineers on Diversify Tech, the job board for underrepresented people in tech! Green River and Singularity Energy are looking for Software Engineers! Find more about these opportunities below👇🏽
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
I'm a huge fan of post-interview Thank You emails... but not the ones FROM candidates.... I hate people who expect those 🙄 The ones I love are the ones WE send to candidates. (1/3)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
This is what candidates said about the hiring mgr: ⛔️ Asked Illegal questions ⛔️ Questions were Irrelevant/Repetitive ⛔️ Seemed uninterested & unprepared Ouch! (1/3)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
To the surprise of absolutely no one… I believe the future of hiring is candidate-focused. But here's the thing: 👎🏾 It's not AI 👎🏾 It's not fancy tech stacks 👎🏾 It's not your employer brand It's about making candidates feel human. Tomorrow's newsletter breaks it down. 👉🏾 link.rhonapierce.com/8CEs9e
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Want to attract more diverse talent? ➡️ Partner with people outside of your org The Influencers call it “borrowing someone else’s audience” It's a strategy that WORKS. Content Partnership ideas to help build your Talent Pipeline (1/2)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
I will never understand how some recruiters can see all the stats about how lack of communication impacts their employer brand & decide: "let me go on LI and "teach" candidates that it's only considered ghosting if you had an interview..." 🙄
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Char's lil meow meow mewtype @mewtype.online · 02/12/2024
I'm still looking for remote devops work in Canada. I'm really good at automating tedious tasks, working on ci/cd pipelines, writing and maintaining terraform for your infra, and I love making tools that make devs' lives easier. #lookingforwork #seekingnewopportunities
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Shruti Kapoor @shrutikapoor08.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Just finished a great conversation with @tdesseyn.bsky.social about - 1. Leveraging your network 2. Building a brand. 3. Overcoming fear and pursuing the thing you afraid of. Excited for you all to hear it, stay tuned. Coming soon at www.youtube.com/@shrutikapoo...
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Job titles can mean wildly different things at different companies I learned that lesson the hard way! 🙃 In this newsletter I shared the strategy I use to make sure candidates know what the job title means BEFORE they apply If you missed the newsletter, you can read it here
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Hire Better & Faster in 2024 | Rhona Barnett-Pierce
Learn about the simple strategy that will help you stand out as an employer and hire better and faster in 2024.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Is your content attracting qualified candidates? When done the right way, your content is a powerful tool to attract qualified candidates💎 In this blog, I share how to tell if your content is attracting qualified candidates. Read it: www.rhonapierce.com/how-to-tell-...
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How to Tell If Your Content Is Attracting Qualified Candidates
Measuring the effectiveness of your content creation efforts is essential for ensuring that you're attracting qualified candidates. Learn how to track the right metrics and analyze your data to make data-driven decisions about your content strategy.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Somehow cringey emails became the norm for most recruiters When I was a Software PM I would get the weirdest messages from Recruiters. I was always left wondering: - Did they read my profile? - Do they know how to spell? - What is the salary? I vowed to never send one of those... (1/2)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
PSA: Your vague rejection emails aren't helping anyone The goal of your rejection email is to be helpful not vague. Make sure your feedback is CLEAR. Instead of saying: ❌ Overall we felt you lacked the necessary skills for this role SAY: (1/2)
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
You don't need overly complex interview questions You Need: ✅ Role-specific questions ✅ Practical problem-solving scenarios ✅ Genuine two-way conversations Create a process that evaluates actual skills, not stress tolerance. 💎
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Recruiters: Send those updates TODAY! No updates yet IS an update. P.S. If you waited until today to send rejection emails, I hope your Thanksgiving is full of unseasoned dry turkey & bitter pumpkin pie.
A cheerful turkey standing upright, holding a sign that reads "Don't leave me hanging!" in bold, playful font. The turkey has vibrant, colorful feathers and a cute expression. The setting is festive, featuring autumn leaves or other Thanksgiving-themed elements.
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Shout out to all the recruiters who have the courage to send personalized feedback to every candidate, even when Legal said it wasn't your job. ❤️
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Questions candidates want you to answer: - What’s it REALLY like to work there? - What’s the career path look like for this role? - Do you have execs who are women? Black? POC? - Why is this position open right now? Still think you've run out of recruiting content ideas? 🤷🏾
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Rhona Pierce 🇵🇦 @rhonab.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
How do you say: “the vibes are off” In a professional setting?
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