First of all, thank you to the 4000+ amazing people who read this newsletter.

Hi, it’s Joel Lalgee, AKA The Realest Recruiter.

I publish this newsletter every 2 weeks and highlight all my top content from TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

Along with bad takes, news, and a ton of other stuff I think is not boring.

I hope you enjoy it!!!

Remote work vs return to office is always a topic in the news. This article reports that a recent survey shows that most people would only go back to the office if they got a pay raise to cover the costs: Costs include time spent, gas, insurance on the vehicle, wear and tear on the vehicle, monthly parking, monthly commute tickets…

It’s easier for companies to get people back to the office right now due to the “great stay” and fear of the brutal job market.

I’m more curious about what will happen when the Great Resignation 2.0 happens and the market heats up…

Would you go back to the office without a pay raise?

I remember when I was getting into the workforce and millennials were getting bashed left and right: Entitled, basement dwellers, lazy… As a millennial, it was annoying to hear other generations talking about me like this.

The same thing is happening right now with Gen Z… When will we learn that, yes there might be some differences in how we view the world but there is also a ton of value each generation brings.

A few things I love about Gen Z: I love their creativity, their entrepreneurial spirit, and I love that they are pushing the boundaries in corporate.

In 10 years I’m sure we’ll be trashing Generation Alpha.

This is a tough point for a lot of people to hear but I truly believe that with inflation and high interest rates, the cost of living is outrageous. For most people to get ahead you need to earn well into 6 figures.

I remember thinking that 100k was like being a millionaire and then you get to that point and realize that it covers the costs but doesn’t necessarily create freedom.

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I’ve been talking about this more and more and I do believe that there is a fight for work to be our number one focus.

I believe that during COVID many people discovered remote work allowed you the freedom to work hard and live life hard. Finally, people could have harmony between work and life.

For many executives, this means that their employees aren’t 100% focused on work which can be scary for them and I believe that getting people back to the office brings work back as the number one focus.

Have you been asked/forced back to the office?

Here are some major problems and repercussions of an overly long process.

1. Lack of Communication

Nearly 25% of candidates lose interest in the company if they get no answer within a week after the interview. (https://talentadore.com/blog/what-a-long-recruitment-process-is-costing-you)

This lack of communication can make candidates feel undervalued and lead them to seek opportunities elsewhere.

It’s also a window in to the culture of the company.

2. Loss of Momentum

Great candidates are often in high demand and may receive multiple job offers.

A lengthy interview process can cause candidates to lose momentum and interest in a role, especially if they are waiting for extended periods of time for a decision to be made.

This can result in them accepting another offer before the hiring process is even completed.

3. Negative Candidate Experience

Sullivan asserts that the primary cause of candidate drop-out is a long hiring process https://yello.co/blog/why-candidates-are-dropping-out-of-your-hiring-process/

Candidates form an impression of a company based on their experience during the hiring process.

A lengthy and cumbersome process can leave candidates feeling frustrated, unimportant, and unenthusiastic about the company. This is the complete opposite of what you want in a new employee.

This can significantly impact the employer brand and deter other potential candidates from applying.

4. Competitive Disadvantage

On average it has been shown that the longer interview process is now losing out on the best candidate due to the shorter interview https://www.leap29.com/blog/short-interview-processes

This can result in a loss of top talent and a competitive disadvantage in the market.

To summarize: Lengthy interview processes not only waste time and resources for employers, but they also result in the loss of great candidates.

In the decade I’ve been in recruitment, I think I’ve seen more ageism than any other type of discrimination.

Comments like: “We want an up and comer” or “We need someone with high energy…” Then when you send through a resume with more than 20 years of experience it’s an automatic decline.

I never understood this and still don’t. Some of the benefits of hiring someone with more experience are:

Lived experience and wisdom,

A different point of view,

More loyalty,

You may even find a candidate who isn’t obsessed with continually moving up the corporate ladder and is happy to be a team player.

All in all, similar to the Gen Z conversation we need respect and include people of other generations in what we’re doing without making judgments against them.

I wonder what the Nike CEO thinks about this poll ;)

I dive into this topic in an upcoming Podcast episode released next week.

I’ve run this podcast for 2 years - and I’ve interviewed TA leaders from X, Meta, Kraft, VCs, PEs, and large influencers on Linkedin.

Ever since the start of the show I streamed live on Linkedin…

Why?

Well at the time it was the easiest way to get started. All I needed was a cheap mic, an internet connection, and a guest.

According to my wife, the podcast is “Boring”…

So, it’s time for a REBRAND.

Better topics, Better clips, Better production

Same quality guests, NO MORE LinkedIn live.

Check out my first solo episode HERE, (on Apple or available on other platforms, search Recruiting is No Joke), and expect a new episode every Wednesday.

Going through a layoff is never easy, and bouncing back to a new job can feel like an uphill battle. It gets even harder when you're bombarded with bad advice online.

Join us on "Recruiting is No Joke" as we chat with the amazing James Hudson, a talent acquisition expert. He'll share real-world tips on navigating the job market after a layoff and crafting a solid plan for your next career move.

Remember, finding a job is more like a marathon than a sprint. Let's work together to get you back on track and moving forward in your career. Tune in for this important conversation with James Hudson, only on "Recruiting is No Joke"!

Episodes available here:

Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-58-finding-the-job-remember-the-gratitude/id1655515464?i=1000651995855

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0HBwKpYvYCgM5A58GS4GZd?si=2d1d52ed9e594e07

The job market, even when the economy is robust, can be a challenging place. Knowing how to search and what prospective employers are looking for makes the search easier. But in this age of technology, having access to solid insights is a must.

Today on “Recruiting is No Joke”, we sit down with Tom Woodhams. Tom is a recognized thought leader in the recruiting space, known for his work in helping find Data and Software Engineering talent. Tom stops by today to talk trends, give resume tips, and help listeners navigate the job search terrain.

If your job search hasn’t produced the results, you thought it would, join us for a deep dive as we expose hidden gems you might be overlooking. It’s an incredible conversation with the one and only Tom Woodhams … today on “Recruiting is No Joke.!

Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-59-finding-the-job-that-best-matches-your/id1655515464?i=1000652710186

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oDXkLzUt286ah6zqAGUQD?si=8857b4249ad94632

Since I started in recruitment a decade ago, nothing has been "easy"... but there are so many great tools available that can help you focus on being a better recruiter.

Since I got back in recruitment at the end of last year, here are the tools I am using, and the great news, you can try most of them out yourself for free:

EQ Buddy: Eq Buddy is the best AI personal recruitment assistant on the market. From sourcing, messaging, and creating job ads, EQ Buddy does it all. With membership, you get access to the product as well as networking opportunities in the EQ Connect community. I use EQ Buddy for Business Development, candidate outreach, and gathering news for the industries I serve. It’s a must-have and getting even better every day.

Recruiterflow - When I started in recruitment I used a spreadsheet, since then I've worked with a lot of frustrating ATSs. When I started my own shop I decided I needed a new tool, so I was referred to Recruiterflow. Their interface is clean and customizable, they can provide me with client portals so I look more professional, and best of all their data migration is painless. You can try them here if you're sick of the ATS Bull**** 😉 

Betterleap: Contact information is expensive and usually not accurate, and most sourcing tools have confusing prices. That's why I love Betterleap, you can source using natural language and they have access to the best contact information (DM me if you want to put it to the test against your tool). You can try Betterleap for free!

Metaview - of course, I love this one. No more note-taking for recruiters with instant conversation summaries so you can focus on being the most engaged recruiter you can be. This is a time saver and easily one of my favorite tools. You can try Metaview here and mention “Joel 2024” for the extended month-long trial.

So please guys, if you aren't upping your game, try these tools for FREE,

It will make your life easier, even if recruiting is still a challenge 😉

I am partnered with all the companies above and highly recommend their services!

Thank you for reading this episode:

About the Author: Joel Lalgee has built a social media following of over 700,000. In 2019 he started creating content on Linkedin and since then he has expanded to Tiktok, Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram… yeah everywhere. He’s also hosted 2 successful podcasts. His content has been viewed over 500,000,000 times and he now coaches recruitment teams on how to create content successfully to win on social media.

If you need additional help with your content I’m providing 1 on 1 coaching, corporate team workshops/training, and ghostwriting and advising services. Want to work with me?

You can book a quick call here

Until next time!

Joel

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