Somer HackleyQ&A: Should I contact the hiring manager directly, or go through the recruiter?Q: “Somer, I heard about a role through someone in my network who shared a JD, and this is a position a search firm is working on. I think…2 min read·Dec 13, 2023----
Somer HackleyScreening Candidates In vs OutLast week someone asked me what I meant by “I screen candidates in versus out.” Here’s an example.2 min read·Oct 20, 2023----
Somer HackleyQ&A: How to find a (Good) Executive RecruiterQ: “Somer, my situation is a little different and I don’t know exactly how to start in my search for recruiters…”2 min read·Oct 17, 2023----
Somer HackleyReferences don’t have to be a waste of timeImagine references as handing a baton in a relay race. You could ask the other runner simple questions, and they could say “Yes, I love…2 min read·Sep 11, 2023----
Somer HackleyFraming your experience to get past the first round interviewQuick interview tip on how to frame your experience to get past the first round.2 min read·Aug 30, 2023----
Somer HackleyRecruiters: How do you not lose active job seekers?If you’re like me, you receive a handful of inbound emails and InMails every day with people introducing themselves now that they’re…2 min read·Aug 24, 2023----
Somer HackleyRecruiter assessments: Opportunity vs. CandidatesQuestion from my recent post about how technology execs are a combination of tech depth, business depth, and leadership.2 min read·Aug 23, 2023----
Somer HackleyUnderstanding the recruiter’s role in the hiring process will help candidates winOne of my beta readers asked why the book focuses on the POV of recruiters and job seekers. Recruiters have more impact than most people…2 min read·Aug 11, 2023----
Somer HackleyAn Effective Job Search StrategyAn effective job search strategy = More time with fewer people → deeper conversations.2 min read·Aug 10, 2023----
Somer HackleyQ&A: Getting an offer directly from HRQ: “Somer, It seems that the HR leader of the company wants to deal with me directly — in short the offer letter and next steps in…2 min read·Aug 9, 2023----