In a flash of brilliance, Susan decided she wanted to hire a boss. A website is created, buzz is generated using social media. Employers noticed, connections made and Susan got hired (Here’s the story).

Is the above example an exception or will it be the new norm?  Read more...

The future of work
Time magazine has a good piece on what the future of work would look like. I particularly find Seth’s contribution thought provoking: “ there’s going to be a huge focus on finding the essential people and outsourcing the rest”

Is optimism back?
Optimism among executives is back, McKinsey’s latest economic survey says so. 39% of executives across the globe think their economy will improve. Another study by AESC also found signs of improvement in executives recruiters activity.  Read more...