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		<title>References: How To Get Great Input, The Conclusion</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:44:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[This series covered all aspects of the reference process. Part One covered working with references as they relate to the candidate. Part Two focused on engaging with the references themselves, and Part Three put the ideas into practice through the reference check process. In this series conclusion, the highlight is on identifying what “a great reference” really means.<br/>
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		<title>References: How To Get Great Input, Part Three</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:45:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In parts One and Two of this four-part series, I outlined the “homework” required in order to best prepare yourself, a candidate and a reference for a formal reference interview. In this entry, details of the actual process, from questions to ask to delivering the results, are outlined.<br/>
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		<title>References: How To Get Great Input, Part Two</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:56:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In Part One of this series, I outlined the homework I do with regard to references before placing the formal reference checking call as it relates to the candidate. Today, that homework process continues to unfold with a focus on the references.<br/>
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		<title>Recruiter As Partner In the Hiring Process: Part Three</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:54:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In this last installment of my three-part series, the focus is on initiating the search process and the role of a recruiter should you choose to use one.<br/>
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		<title>The Perfect Resume</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:52:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[A good not-for-profit resume is concise, accurate and industry-friendly.  It highlights your past successes, strengths and potential for growth.  It shows commitment to mission which, in this sector, means social equity.   It is a powerful, truthful document. And, when referenced along with your communications on the Web (LinkedIN/Facebook profiles, Twitter and blogs), a potential employer gains a clear picture of the value you will add to an organization.<br/>
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		<title>Recruiter As Partner In the Hiring Process: Part Two</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:53:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Conducting a search for new talent is a cumbersome task. Trying to decide whether or not to involve a recruiter is another important, if not intimidating, aspect of the process. 

In my previous post, I outlined two specific areas of consideration with regard to determining the need and function of a recruiter for your position search: Defining the Opportunity and The Scope of Your Search. In this second of a three-part series, my focus is with regard to the talent you seek – defining the...<br/>
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		<title>References: How To Get Great Input, Part One</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:05:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Many organizations are familiar with using references in the final phases of search to support or eliminate one winning candidate. References can serve equally critical functions, however, beyond giving you data about your proposed “winner.” In this four-part series, the pieces of the referencing process are outlined and defined so you can be best prepared no matter your role.<br/>
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		<title>Recruiter As Partner In the Hiring Process: Part One</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:40:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Karen Alphonse</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In my three-part series, I will walk you through the different aspects of a search process identifying both the benefits and role of a recruiter at each step as well as the details to consider before deciding on the best recruiter for your job.<br/>
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		<title>Human Resource Management: A Low Priority for Nonprofits?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 19:37:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandra Sims</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[If you work in the nonprofit sector, it may not come as a surprise to you that the majority of small nonprofits do not have one staff member who focuses on HR. Small organizations with just a handful of employees tend to focus staffing responsibilities on one or two managers -- including on the ED.<br/>
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		<title>Taking Your Job Search Offline</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 19:11:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sandra Sims</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[While social media is a great way to network with colleagues during a job hunt, remember not to focus all of your efforts online. There are many places for you to connect with others in the community.<br/>
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