Social Media Recruiting in the Digital Age - Your Career Intel

Social Media Recruiting in the Digital Age - Your Career IntelIn todays highly digital world, social media bedrngnis only affects how we personally interact with others but also professionally. The executive recruiting industry has witnessed a shift in the market as social media has become a game changer in recruiting efforts. With the ability to like, follow, friend and share information instantly, social media provides a revolutionary avenue to reach kompetenz candidates.No longer tied to traditional means of sourcing candidates, recruiters in the digital age are more likely mining social media sites to attract, engage and recruit top talent. As Managing Partner of the Chicago Information Technology practice group, I enjoy staying abreast of the top trends in social media recruiting, particularly in regard to LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. Of the big three, my social network of choice is LinkedIn. According to Forbes, LinkedIn remains the top social media site for business executi ves (directors and above). To reach ansicht executives, I spend my commute time on the L reviewing candidate profiles on LinkedIn and sending personalized connection requests.In addition to LinkedIn, Ive witnessed the momentum that Twitter has gained when it comes to recruiting and the job search. Several cutting-edge corporations are using Twitters 140 characters to attract candidates. According to CNN, Twitter resumes or twesumes have been touted as the best way for social media-savvy types to snag a dream job. But before you ditch the idea of a traditional paper resume, make sure that having candidates apply via social media will attract the type of talent that you are seeking.Social media is a great tool for helping you find the game changers you need to enhance your organization. But remember that at its core, successful recruiting is really about relationship-building and establishing connections with candidates. These platforms allow for direct, immediate connections to take place in order to cultivate and foster relationships with potential candidates. And these relationships these personal interactions are a vital element in recruitment and placement.If youd like to further discuss opportunities to engage social media in recruiting efforts, I invite you to connect with me and join the conversation Lucas_Group.

Permissive Parenting How to Tell If Youre Guilty Of It

Permissive Parenting How to Tell If Youre Guilty Of It Have you ever worried that youre going too easy on your children? As a growing number of parents today are choosing to emphasize a parenting style that prioritizes explanations and positive reinforcement over traditional discipline, thats a concern many folks are having. Where exactly does one draw the line between humane, progressive values and a harmful lack of buchen which, in modern-day speak, is being billed as permissive parenting?What is permissive parenting?Essentially the opposite of helicopter parenting, permissive parenting is a style in which parents ask few demands of their children while affording them unlimited freedom and indulgences. Originally described by Psychologist Diana Blumberg Baumrind as one of three major parenting styles, along with authoritarian parenting and authoritative parenting, permissive parents are characterized as being too soft on their children.Dr. Blumberg based these styles on parental r esponsiveness, the degree to which a parent responds to her childs needs, and parental demandingness, or the amount of responsibility and maturity she expects her child to exhibit. She described the authoritarian parenting style as a high level of demandingness with a low level of responsiveness (overly strict), and permissive parenting style as a low level of demandingness with a high level of responsiveness. Meanwhile, she considered authoritative parenting just right a high level of demandingness and responsiveness. Authoritative parents, she believed, were the ideal to which parents should strive.While these terms may sound a little clinical to our modern-day ears, the permissive parenting style mucksmuschenstill exists in many manifestations. Youve probably seen it the house that has no rules and plenty of candy where your child occasionally plays the kid throwing a temper tantrum in the parking lot because he wants ice cream, and the father who buys it for him. Perhaps you eve n fear that you practice this parenting style yourself sometimes.Permissive parents are often overly indulgent. This type of parenting style can be harmful to children, since they grow up with few rules and boundaries, and see their parents more as peers than authority figures. Think Lorelei Gilmore in Gilmore Girls.Are you concerned that your style of parenting is too permissive? Read on for some signs that you might be overly indulging your children and what you can do to peddle back.What are the consequences of overly indulgent parenting?Permissive parenting practices have been linked to numerous problems in children that exhibit themselves while theyre growing up and when they reach adulthood. These issues include Poor academic performance and general lack of achievement in many areas Behavioral issues, such as throwing frequent temper tantrums or displaying anger when they dont get what they want Lack of self-discipline and motivation Poor decision-making Aggression and violenc e Insecurity Controlling or selfish behavior Inability to cope with setbacks Poor time-management skills Overly high self-esteem or very low self-esteemAm I too permissive?No parent is perfect. Everyone has moments when they feel theyve been too lax or didnt handle a situation in the best way they could have. If you can think of times you may have been overly indulgent or didnt set firm enough boundaries, you probably dont need to overthink them. However, if youve made your overindulgence a habit, you could be practicing overly permissive parenting. Here are some signs that you might want to adjust how you interact with your kids and respond to their demands You never see your child exhibiting bad behavior, but other people, such as teachers and parents, have commented that they have observed it happening. You rarely, or never, punish your children, even when you know they did something wrong. You bribe or accommodate your children when they complain or throw temper tantrums, such a s giving them what they want despite their poor behavior. There are few or no rules in your household rules that do exist are constantly changing and evolving, and you dont always enforce them. Your children may weigh in on important household decisions there is no hierarchy. You want your child to see you as a friend, rather than an authority figure. You dont want to reprimand your children out of fear of her disliking you. Friends of your children describe your household as more relaxed and rule-free than theirs.If you see yourself in some of these characterizations, you may want to consider situation more boundaries for your children.How do I assume more authority?If a lack of authority and control has been a long-brewing problem in your household, you should address it sooner rather than later. You want to ensure that your children recognize that you are the authority figure and adult, and they are the children.You dont have to change the way you run your household overnightin f act you probably shouldnt. Your kids may not understand and be less receptive if the entire structureor lack of structurewith which they were familiar is replaced by a new one. Instead, work through the issues and introduce new rules gradually. You may want to start with a discussion about how you, as the parent or parents, are going to be setting some more boundaries and rules. Here are some general guidelines you might follow as you develop new expectations Explain the consequences of your childrens actions when they exhibit poor behavior. You might use examples, such as pointing to a specific time when they hurt a friends feelings by refusing to share. Create a few simple household rules. Start off with a couple specific chores and instructions your children will need to start follow. Explain why these rules are important and how they will contribute to the family. For instance, you might ask that they put away their toys every day to keep the house tidy for themselves and their parents. Describe the possible penalties for breaking the rules. Also make it clear that there may be other consequences and punishments at your discretion. For example, you might say that they wont be able to watch television if they dont make their beds in the morning. Follow through. Once youve outlined the rules and punishments, do what you say youre going to do. Otherwise, youre making it clear that the rules dont acutally mean anything.Be sure to recognize good behavior, too. This is a way of quashing any fear that you might be turning to an authoritarian parenting style. If your children respond well and make an effort to follow the rules, you might reward them with a treat. Make it clear that they shouldnt expect a reward every time they behave well, though they should learn to do so without a prize.Remember Its okay to ask for help. No one was born knowing how to be a parent, and nobody is the perfect parent. Sometimes, especially if your children are used to indulgence and a lack of rule-setting, it may be difficult to change the household dynamics.You may want to seek help from friends or family members who are also parents and whose parenting practices seem to be working well. You could also ask a licensed therapist for assistance. Through family therapy, you can learn tools and strategies for setting limits on your children and your own permissiveness, while still giving your children love and support. Your children, in turn, can learn how to respond to you as an authority figure, cope with the changing dynamics of your household, and understand that sometimes, they will receive punishments for bad behavior, but it doesnt mean theyre bad people.Also remember that exerting control and discipline over your children doesnt mean you love them any less. In fact, setting limits is a demonstration of love, because youre doing it to help them grow into mature, capable, and confident adults.

Spark Hire and Bullhorn Video Interviewing Integration

Spark Hire and Bullhorn Video Interviewing IntegrationSpark Hire is excited to announce its partnership with Bullhorn, a leading anbieter of cloud-based CRM solutions.The use of video interviewing technology allows companies to personally connect with candidates to better market them to clients. Staffing and recruiting professionals can coach their candidates through the process of completing a video interview in order to achieve a polished interview to share with clients. In turn, clients will appreciate the amount of great insight they gain from these video interviews so they canmake more informed hiring decisions.The integralrechnung enables Bullhorn customers to seamlessly schedule, review, and share one-way and live video interviews without having to leave the Bullhorn platform. By taking advantage of the video interviewing integration, staffing and recruiting professionals are better able to provide value to and build strong relationships with both candidates and clients.Were e cstatic to announce our partnership with Bullhorn and excited to deliver the awesome video interviewing integration to our mutual customers, said Josh Tolan, CEO of Spark Hire. Great placements mean more revenue for staffing and recruiting firms and thats what can be achieved by utilizing our new integration with Bullhorn.If youre interested in checking out the Spark Hire andBullhornintegration or are an existing customer that wants to get set up, contact us today