A Subtle Way to Approach Candidates

Coach Mike, How would you respond to someone who says “I’m exploring options but I don’t want to talk to someone who just calls me out of the blue.”? Laurie D. AZ Hi Laurie!  I would send her a LinkedIn invite, give her a chance to view my...

What to Do When Candidates “Go Dark”

Hi Coach Mike! After a candidate “going dark” with regard to accepting a position, I received a phone call and YEAH!!! She’s going to take the opportunity I presented her on.  I am however concerned because her reason for going dark was some form of...

Creating Transparency with Candidates

Question:  This week, we have had two candidates ask to move their interview date and then surprised me by telling me they have taken another job. How often should I be asking candidates what else they are pursuing? Should I press them more? Anyone who wants to...