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Jim Wong, Founder of Clear Focus Financial Search, lends his insight and comments on today's topics impacting accounting and finance professionals. Below is his commentary and links to the related industry articles. To continue the conversation, we welcome you to join our LinkedIn Group and let us know your thoughts.
In a recent article, Talent Management brings up a valid concern and discusses the disconnect between employers and job seekers. We feel it’s more important to find a good fit for your company versus fulfilling a job description.
In this article, Bloomberg.com details a recent list of findings concerning the current U.S. job market. In the finance and accounting industries, we agree that there are signs of growth.
HR Career Success points out that it is important to have a recruiting message that reflects your company's current work culture. In addition, we suggest that you consider where you are putting those messages.
Here's an insightful article from Career Rocketeer in which the author talks about the point of view and process of today's hiring manager. Including an explanation of what expert recruiters look for and how to help your resume stand out.
This is a great article from Talent Management. In it the author discusses the recruiting environment and trends for 2012.
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