It’s raining conferences! A year ago, I argued that in spite of the many available alternatives, conferences are worth the trouble. In a world of tweetups and webinars, I still think there’s immense value in physically attending a conference. Besides, committing oneself to a whole day of networking, listening and learning can never be a bad thing (if the price is right, of course). Do you think conferences add value? Have your say here (only 3 questions).  Read more...

When it comes to using social media for recruitment, not unlike the climate change debate, there are two broad divisions  – sceptics and converts.

As it currently stands, sceptics (or followers) are in the majority. Meanwhile, early adopters are busily experimenting, making lots of mistakes along the way, but embracing social media nonetheless.

Social Media – A Recruitment Revolution is the latest instalment in the debate about the relevance of social media as a recruitment tool. Social media is not going away anytime soon, whatever school of though you belong to, it’s worth paying attention.  Read more...

Australasian Talent Conference
I received the final programme for The Australasian Talent Conference today, and boy am I excited.  Here’s an opportunity to hear and perhaps meet some of the giants of the recruitment/HR industry (What does one ask/say to the likes of John Sullivan and Gerry Crispin?). The conference starts on 5^th May with a range of workshops and concludes on the 7^th. You can re-visit what’s on offer at the conference here. I plan to live blog or Tweet from the event. If you are interested, it’s not too late to register. A discount of 15% for readers of this blog is still on offer; use the code ‘DES09’ here. If you do attend, please say ‘Hi’, it would be lovely to meet you.  Read more...