The Recruiters Lounge

Recruiters (sometimes) do stupid things

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:14:17 +0000

RateMyRecruiter.net lets job seekers narc on the incompetence of certain recruiters. They name names and list phone numbers; so, should you be concerned? Recruiting is not separate from HR, its all intermingled and we can prove it in 30 seconds or less. Plus, sometimes people say things in online forums that can land them in legal hot water. Karen calls them stupid people, but Jim is a bit more kind. If you are wondering if we are talking about someone you know, tune in to The Recruiters Lounge Podcast and find out for sure.**This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter! www.twitter.com/jimstroud ** Check out Karen's new website - www.Hirecentrix.com **

Workplace Violence and Misclassification

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 19:06:56 +0000

Jim starts off with shocking news about workplace violence, but is more shocked that its not uncommon. Karen rants about how easy it is to get a gun and bring it to the workplace. Did you know that sooo many companies misclassify Recruiters? And if you signed a contract that said you could not work in your field for a period of time, would that be a legally binding document? Umm... not so much. Tune in to another exciting episode of The Recruiters Lounge podcast. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter! www.twitter.com/jimstroud ** Check out Karen's new website - www.Hirecentrix.com **

The Namesourcing Controversy

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 18:50:53 +0000

In this edition of The Recruiters Lounge Podcast, Jim and Karen are joined by Josh Letourneau in a free for all around the practice of Name Sourcing (aka Phone Sourcing aka Name Generation). Is it worth the money? Can it be outsourced? Should it be outsourced? How can you tell if your Name Sourcer is worth the price they are charging you? Plus shout-outs to our Recruiting homies. Expect the unexpected with this one!! **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter! www.twitter.com/jimstroud ** Check out Karen's new website - www.Hirecentrix.com **

Racial Politics In The Workplace

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:14:03 +0000

Why am I called African-American when I ve never been to Africa in my life? Karen and Jim both want to know. Should companies be compelled to create prayer rooms for their employees? (Its almost happening in the UK.) And if I am checking my blackberry in the check out line, I should get paid for it. Right? If you use a company phone to send text messages, does the employer have the right to read them? (The answer may surprise you.) All this, plus, a few shameless plugs for new websites! Tune in to another exciting episode of The Recruiters Lounge Podcast. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter! www.twitter.com/jimstroud ** Check out Karen's new website - www.Hirecentrix.com **

Lies, Discouraged Workers and H1-B Only Jobs

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 07:13:19 +0000

Karen is ecstatic when she is right and Jim can only grin and bear it. Did you know that there was a minimum wage for IT Workers? (Jim didn't know either.) Want a government spanking? Advertise a job for H1-B candidates only. (Duh! What were they thinking?) Fussing, fighting and general bickering occurs between Karen and Jim, but how is that different from all of our other shows? Plus, belated birthday wishes for Jim. Hear it all now on - The Recruiters Lounge podcast. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter!

Hey You! Your training sucks...

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 21:05:01 +0000

The topic of this podcast is Training, Recruiter Training to be exact. Some of the Recruiter Training out there is good, but a lot of it us sub par. So why does the bad training persist? Jim suggests good marketing is the reason, Karen thinks its all about the emperor's new clothes; but leave it to a special guest to set the record straight. (I wonder how certain people would react if Karen started naming names? Only the guilty and the vain need be concerned.) Tune in now to hear all of the dirt! **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter!

Government Fibs, No Need For H-1Bs and Recession Proof Jobs

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 28 May 2008 00:09:54 +0000

Jim is sleepy, but Karen is hyper as she rants about Government Fibs on the Labor Market. Guess where all the Recruiter jobs are? (At least those that are not in the USA) As much as you possibly can, spread the love to China (via the Red Cross). Why is Microsoft (and other big name brands) lobbying for more H-1Bs when there are so many Americans out of work? (What a debate that is.) And last (but certainly not least), 25 recession proof jobs. Tune in for all of the above and more in the latest edition of The Recruiters Lounge Podcast. Oh! Did I mention that Jim and Karen bicker like little children throughout this podcast, but make up in the end? **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter!

How To Ruin Your Reputation With Resume Templates

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:59:50 +0000

Ask The Headhunter s Nick Corcodilos has an axe to grind with The Ladders and (OWCH!) was that blade sharp! Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen debate how and when to use Email Templates when prospecting passive candidates. The lessons learn might save you from a PR nightmare like the one caused by Nick The Axe Grinder. Plus, Jim takes a second to pump up his new book - Resume Forensics.**This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)** Connect to Jim Stroud on Twitter!

Strippers, Ministers, Hell's Angels and Guns

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 15:54:26 +0000

A Minister introduces a bill and gets some heat in Canada, which makes it hard for hardworking strippers and club owners who have to umm... import foreign talent. Good thing they have Hell's Angels to "lobby" for them, or at least they did, back in the day. Want to talk Guns in the workplace? It could (legally) happen. Plus, the story of "Oh." Its quite interesting. (Plus Karen has a potty mouth.) All this and more in the latest round of The Recruiters Lounge. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) and Affinity Circles (www.affinitycircles.com)**

Workplace rumors and The Hooksett 4

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 12:17:29 +0000

If you are unfamiliar with The Hooksett 4, the short version is that 4 women were fired for gossipping in the office. Tune in for the long version, plus a debate on who gossips more: Men or Women and (as always) Karen proves herself right again. (Groan!) **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) and Affinity Circles (www.affinitycircles.com)**

Speak English, or else...

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:18:38 +0000

Don't do the crime if you can't do the time (or at least, the tutorial lessons). Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss a judge's controversial ruling of "Learn English! Or else..." Also on the agenda is corporate espionage, internet regulation and just a dash of workers comp. Listen in, download and enjoy. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) and Affinity Circles (www.affinitycircles.com)**

Recruiting GI Joe

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 07:41:52 +0000

Jim Stroud chat's with Otis Collier, an Alternative Sourcing Manager for Wachovia. What does that mean? It means he dispenses HR justice for US veterans by creating programs that get veterans (and their spouses) hired by Wachovia. Yooo Joe! If you recruit for a company that does not have a plan in place for recruiting Veterans, bring this podcast to the attention of the powers that be. You MUST listen to this one. **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) and Affinity Circles (www.affinitycircles.com)**

India and the US Recession

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 06:56:15 +0000

An IT Staffing firm in India gets some ideas from Jim and Karen on what they should be doing while the US is in recession. Karen and Jim bicker (briefly) over the virtues of Capitalism verses Communism. Don't go pinko! Is it a good time to buy property and then rent it out? And oh... Happy Belated Birthday Karen! **This episode of The Recruiters Lounge is sponsored by: SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) and Affinity Circles (www.affinitycircles.com)**

Social Media Recruiting

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 12:58:17 +0000

Jim Stroud flies solo in this episode as he chats it up with Rich Milgram, CEO and Founder of Beyond.com. Topics discussed: How social networking is influencing the recruitment industry. Job boards and social networking. The future of social networking and online recruitment. (Find more great content like this at www.JimStroud.com) **Hey Recruiters! Call our sponsor SGA Executive Tracker Pro and ask for a free demo! 518-843-4611 You'll be glad you did. (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)**

Stagflation sucks!

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 14:27:34 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss Stagflation and how it affects the recruiting industry (and life in general.) Also, be careful how you classify your workers because it just might cost you a billion dollars. (Yeah, that s billion with a B. ) Plus we react to your letters. (Keep em comin ) All this and the usual bickering and bantering you ve come to love here at - The Recruiters Lounge. **Hey Recruiters! Call our sponsor SGA Executive Tracker Pro and ask for a free demo! 518-843-4611 You'll be glad you did. (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)

Sexual Harrassment with Women On Top

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 14:24:50 +0000

There are more women in managerial roles these days and more cases of sexual harrassment being made. Coincidence? Gender Revenge? Or just a new plot for crude adult films? You decide! I wonder... With unemployment going up, which groups are hurting the most? (You probably already know.) And finally, a debate, should CEOs be able to command mega-moolah if the company's value consistently goes to the toilet? Accept no imitations! You will only find this kind of exciting, action-packed rhetoric in "The Recruiters Lounge!" *** Hey Recruiters!!! Call SGA Executive Tracker Pro and ask for the "Jim Stroud" demo and discount - 518-843-4611.(www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)

I cry bull! There is no talent shortage

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:57:07 +0000

Jim and Karen (well, mostly Karen) discuss the myth of the talent shortage - a popular topic among many in HR, the recession, the economy and how it all affects recruiting. Tune in now to hear the rants, complaints, disagreements, emotional outbursts and political discourse that have become commonplace in this podcast. (Smile) All of this good ness is courtesy of our beloved sponsor - SGA Executive Tracker Pro (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com) Hey Recruiters!!! Call SGA Executive Tracker Pro and ask for the "Jim Stroud" demo and discount - 518-843-4611.

The Best Companies to Work For and Why

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:45:41 +0000

Jim and Karen discuss the best companies to work for and what makes them so special. Guess what the new trend in outsourcing? Its childbirth! Finally, find out how employee discrimination affects a company's bottom line. And for some reason, with this episode, Jim manages to talk more than Karen. (As if that were even possible - amazing.) **Courtesy of our sponsor - SGA Executive Tracker Pro (http://sgaexecutivetracker.com/)

3 cheers for breast milk!

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 09:26:14 +0000

In this action-packed podcast you will hear: Illegal interview questions in the USA are not so illegal elsewhere; Jim has an Al Bundy moment when it comes to breast feeding in the office and do you know what the law says about how recruiters should be paid? You may be surprised. All this and more in the latest edition of The Recruiters Lounge. **Courtesy of our sponsor - SGA Executive Tracker Pro (http://sgaexecutivetracker.com/)

Smoking cigarettes will get you fired

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:42:42 +0000

Smoking is not just bad for your health, but it can get you fired too. McDonald's puts a new spin on the "Happy Meal." Identity theft is rampant at a certain chicken plant. How to check if your H-1b applicant is legal. And finally... things are hard out here for a pimp. Yeah, this is a show to remember. *This episode is courtesy of SGA Executive Tracker Pro - a truly cool tool for recruiters! (www.sgaexecutivetracker.com)

Barack Obama and the recruiting industry

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:43:42 +0000

If Barack Obama became President, what would that mean for the recruiting industry? Plus: Secret Terrorist Recruitment Drives, The Apprentice, the Internet and the Economy.

How reliable are unemployment statistics? (Ask the "Visa God")

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 16:51:20 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen go back and forth over the validity of unemployment statistics. What do they mean? Which source is reliable? And how can you know for sure? Tune in and hear what they (mostly Karen) have to say about it. Plus, Jim Stroud brings up the practice of Indians praying to a "Visa God" in order to secure H-1B visas. Some may think that strange, but its actually a true story. All this and more in the latest episode of The Recruiters Lounge. (www.JimStroud.com)

On the road with John Sumser

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:49:43 +0000

Jim Stroud interviews recruiting legend - John Sumser about his unconference - "John Sumser's Recruiting Roadshow." Listen in and hear lessons learned and what the future will bring for this innovative event.

Catfight with Penelope Trunk

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 21:53:03 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen chat it up with Syndicated Columnist, Author, Former Executive and Serial Entrepreneur - Penelope Trunk. The Catfight kicks in when Karen and Penelope disagree and Jim is there in the middle - ROWR!!! Topics discussed: Sexual Harrassment is not that big a deal (women should get over it), Working for attractive people, Jello Wrestling, Passion, Life after 911 and Penelope s Book. (What is it about? I dunno ) This unedited episode includes language and subject matter that may be offensive to some audiences. Listener discretion is advised. Find more great content at www.JimStroud.com

An interview with Hank Stringer of ItzBig

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 19:46:33 +0000

In this episode, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen chat with Hank Stringer, co-founder of itzbig (www.itzbig.com) and co-author of "Talent Force: A New Manifesto for the Human Side of Business" about his new book, baby boomers and talent shortages. (Find more great content at: www.JimStroud.com)

Recruiting the sexes, spamming the EEOC and job-stealing immigrants

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 03:08:43 +0000

In this episode, Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss bringing your spouse to your interview. Karen thought is was a good idea but Jim, not so much. Did you know someone was spamming the EEOC for fun and profit? Did immigrants steal all the jobs, or did we just give them away? And in the category of "beating a dead horse," Jim and Karen harp (again) on age discrimination. (Find more great content at www.JimStroud.com)

People say stupid things!

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:50:33 +0000

If you were committing fraud across state lines (and thereby risk doing federal jail time) on a regular basis, would you be stupid enough to brag about it in online forums for all to see and comment on? Well, one recruiter did (actually quite a few have) and saw nothing wrong with the practice. Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss this hush-hush tactic of lead generation, how rumors are started (for the record, I did not sleep with Halle Berry or Angelina Jolie) and announce Karen's Ethical Namesourcing classes. (Courtesy of AffinityCircles.com)

Boobs, Babes and Breast Sizes

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 08:27:05 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss how online job applications can get you sued. Two guys sue a bar over "ladies night" (the boobs!). Did you know that the size of your breasts affect your career? (Statistically speaking) And oh! You might want a different picture on your MySpace page. (The boss is looking!) Find more great content at: www.JimStroud.com.

I invented Outsourcing! (And other strange tales...)

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 05:11:04 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss plagiarism, IBM's attempt to patent Outsourcing, Google (allegedly) giving an old guy the boot and sleazy recruiter tactics. Plus, Karen says she will quit smoking. Yeah, right! (www.JimStroud.com)

Aquent rocks the casbah!

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Fri, 19 Oct 2007 10:49:53 +0000

Jim Stroud chats with Chief Bottle Washer - Susie Hall and Regional Bottle Washer (and Propagandist) - Tim Donnelly of Aquent to discuss one of the best places to work, how recruiters can survive a recession, tasty chocolates and how to rock your hold button. Special appearance by: Guns and Roses! (sort of)

HireVue

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 18:57:42 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss HireVue with Mark Newman.

Career Daze

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 08:06:15 +0000

Not once did anyone say, "When I grow up, I want to be a Recruiter!" Jim Stroud discusses his "Career Day" experience with Doug Beabout. Jim wonders if children will aspire to become Recruiters, or will it continue to be a profession that people stumble into? Tune in to hear the debate and a pitch for a very interesting product. (www.JimStroud.com)

I want my CareerTV!

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 06:04:13 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss employment videos, video resumes and the OFCCP with Jim Buttimer of CareerTV.

Monster, Recessions and Alcohol-free interviews

jimstroud@jimstroud.com (Jim Stroud) — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 18:23:30 +0000

Jim Stroud and Karen Mattonen discuss the hack attack at Monster.com, the pending recession and what it means for Recruiters and Alcohol-free Interviews! (Find more like this at www.JimStroud.com)