The document discusses understanding the hiring process, both formal and informal. The formal process involves a company posting a job, candidates applying, and going through interviews. However, details have changed with new ways of applying and reviewing candidates. The informal process focuses on networking to remain current and relevant. Current job market stats show unemployment steady while competition increases. The key is knowing yourself, where you want to go, selling your brand, and understanding both hiring processes.

1. Understanding the
Hiring Process
Original Date: Monday, March 12, 2012
Prepared for: Anythink Works! (Huron Street)
Presenter
Shanta LaRie Markiis
Owner… Career Consultant… Life Enthusiast
Markiis Consulting

2. Inspiration

3. CANDIDATES WHO WIN JOBS HAVE
THREE THINGS IN COMMON
_1_
They have better information
than other candidates
(February 27, 2012)
_2_
They know how to “brand” themselves
(March 5, 2012)
_3_
They understand the hiring process
(formal / informal)
Inspiration (Today)

4. Agenda

5. _3_
UNDERSTANDING THE HIRING
PROCESS
(formal / informal)
What is the “formal” process?
Past vs. Present
What it the “informal” process?
Current philosophies / trends
Current landscape
Employer outlook / job creation stats
The Final Message
Next steps / Continued Growth
Agenda
Note: Presentation will be emailed

6. What is the “formal” process?
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7. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•2nd Interview(s)
•Make an offer
The process has not changed but the
details of this process have
What is the “formal” process?
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8. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Newspapers are obsolete
•Company
website, Monster/CareerBuilder, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, trade/n
etworking sites/groups/blogs
•Craigslist? Work in progress for senior positions / service
jobs
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•2nd Interview(s)
•Make an offer
What is the “formal” process?
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9. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Applicant tracking systems (ATS)
•Email
•Hard copies – save for the interview
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•2nd Interview(s)
•Make an offer
What is the “formal” process?
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10. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•Key word search (software)
•Eye catching / engaging resume (regardless of format)
•1stInterview
•2nd Interview(s)
•Make an offer
What is the “formal” process?
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11. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•Recruiter’s goals – getting to know if they can “sell” you to
the hiring manager
•Candidate’s goal – “selling” what makes you unique (i.e.
your brand)
•2ndInterview(s)
•Make an offer
What is the “formal” process?
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12. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•2nd Interview(s) – new concept
•Company’s goal – getting to know if you’re a “cultural fit”
•Candidates’ goal – getting to know if you’re a “cultural fit”
•Make an offer
What is the “formal” process?
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13. It’s the process we all know…
•Company posts a job
•Candidates submit resumes/applications
•Recruiter reviews resumes / applications
•1st Interview
•2nd Interview(s)
•Make an offer
•Company’s goal – to stay within (or under) budget
•Candidate’s goal – to get paid what you’re worth
•Know what the market will support (research)
•What are the intangibles (benefits, career path)?
What is the “formal” process?
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14. What is the “informal” process?
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15. THE KEY: NETWORKING
The main reason your
web presence is so important
Goal of networking…
Be with “your people”
To remain current/relevant
What is the “informal” process?
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16. THE KEY: NETWORKING
The main reason your web presence is so important
Be with “your people”
Join groups
Go to networking meetings
WHY?
You want to be…
…the first person they think of
…the first person to know of an opportunity
…the first person to recognize an opportunity
What is the “informal” process?
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17. THE KEY: NETWORKING
The main reason your web presence is so important
To remain current/relevant
Follow companies/organization/individuals
of interest or relevance
WHY?
You want…
…a recruiter will see your interest
… to spark leads and ideas
What is the “informal” process?
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18. Current Landscape
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19. THE STATS
BUREAU OF LABOR STATICS
(2010-2020)
The 20 industries with the largest
projected wage and salary employment:
Growth vs. Decline
The 30 occupations with the largest
projected employment
Growth vs. Decline
Current Landscape
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20. GENERAL SUMMARY
Not getting easier…
Key numbers…
National unemployment rate - steady at 8.3%
Colorado unemployment rate – slightly less at 8.1%
More employed persons to also start seeking different employment
– CareerBuilder (2011 summary report)
Meaning…
With increased competition employers can remain more selective
…but it’s an opportunity for
creativity and change
Current Landscape
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21. The Final Message
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22. THREE THINGS
YOU HAVE TO KNOW WHO YOU ARE…
KNOW WHERE YOU WANT TO BE…
(re-energize your job search)
SELL YOURSELF…
(branding yourself)
GO TO WHERE THE JOBS ARE…
(understanding the hiring process)
The Final Message
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23. Q&A
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24. Thank you!
Presenter
Shanta LaRie Markiis
Markiis Consulting
Q&A
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