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I love #smalltown coffee shops. I have a running list of my favorites: - Filament Coffee in Mebane, NC - Safehouse Coffee in Griffin, GA - Lucky Llama in Carpinteria, CA - REdefined in Grapevine, TX - Fox in the Snow, Columbus, OH - Sump Coffee, St.Louis, MO ... I could go on According to my 2021 LinkedIn poll, 90% of you prefer local eateries over chain establishments (out of 4,749 votes) Going to mainstream giant coffee chains like Starbucks or Dunkin' is less risky. When you go there, you know what you're going to get. My experience at a Starbucks is *always* a 6 out of 10. Just slightly better than average but not spectacular. Basic. That's not always the case at a local coffee shop. You could get the most personable barista & the freshest tasting coffee you've ever had.... or you could find a coffee shop that does self-serve Folgers House (true story: I once found myself in the middle of nowhere in North Carolina at a coffee shop with 10-different flavors of Folgers) They are either a 10 or a 2. I am generally willing to take the risk. I can make better than average at home in my Mochamaster. When I go out, I want my taste buds to be delighted. What does coffee have to do with a job search? --- According to an article in Ivy Exec, 70% of companies are likely to implement a hiring freeze in the coming months. Not only are they hiring less, but many companies are not letting hiring managers backfill roles when an employee leaves. Teams are spread thin & will be working harder than before. When a manager finally gets the green light to hire a new employee, do you think they'd rather hire a 10, 6, or 2 out of 10 performer? Spoiler alert: They are going to want the candidate who checks off all of the boxes, can cartwheel one-handed, speaks ten languages, & is an award-winning backyard BBQer. ?????? ???????????????? ???? ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????????? ???? ?????????? ???? ?????? ???? ??????. From my experience, here is how modern job seekers prepare for an upcoming interview: 2 out of 10: Sets aside an hour to prepare before the interview. Reads over job description. Thinks about their value proposition. Researches company benefits on website & comes up with a list of 3 questions. 6 out of 10: Asks ChatGPT to come up with interview answers based on the job description. Memorizes the answers. Gets on LinkedIn & looks up the people they are going to be interviewing with. 10 out of 10: Starts preparation process with "why" questions. - Seeks to understand why they are hiring, what their pain points are & why they are the best person for the job. - Dissects job description & thoughtfully crafts answers to spoon-feed the hiring manager what they care about. - Does several mock interviews-- first with an AI tool like Yoodli AI Communication Coach & then with an interview coach. - Researches the individuals that they will be meeting with & thinks about ways to personally connect with each person. Agree?

When we first opened our bakery (1995) we collected all sales resumes that would get dropped off and when a position became available we invited everyone to interview, at times we would have more than one hundred. We were spoilt for choice, and it helped us to really narrow down, and find some fantastic staff, having to say no to really great applicants. This process was definitely slowing down as we were preparing to depart our store, (2022) and today I am watching clients scramble to put together even a few resumes, many of whom are not wanting to really work, placing resumes without any thought in every store. Let me share something I found useful. If you have a great employee consider the following: Ask them who are their friends, and do they have siblings and would they like a job? This definitely worked for me as coming to work became more than just a job for them, and I used this as part of my training process as well, it was fun watch siblings teaching each other. If you treat your staff well, more often than not you wont even have to ask them the question, they will ask you. #riseupbakerycoaching #mariesviews #bakery

I feel like this restaurant sign is many employer brands out in the world. What I read is that they specialize in "Steak & Lobster" or is it? But, what I see is a man in an oversized chef hat holding a pizza. When creating assets and touch points for your employer brand it's best to be straight to the point on what you "ARE" and what you are "NOT". Don't try to be everything to everyone! Where can you do this? 1) Your Job Postings 2) Your communication with candidates - whether it be via email, LinkedIn DMs, or interviews. 3) Your career page (too often I see stock-esque photos that don't depict reality) I guess what I'm saying is - don't be out there promising pizza when you're clearly a "Steak & Lobster" joint. Or are you? #employerbrand

Did you pick up a coffee on your way to work this morning? If so, did you pause to appreciate the time and care that has gone into that cup of coffee? Just think about it, from bean selection to the temperature of the milk, not to mention the art of showcasing the beauty of the milk while meeting the coffee and topping off the perfect brew just for you. Did you know that selecting the right candidate for your vacancy takes time, care and, in Howard’s quote below, ‘Art’? Once you have experienced a bad coffee, you’re unlikely to return to the same barista for a repeat experience. So, why would you make the same decision and run the same recruitment process after a bad hire? Make the change today and partner with the Talent Connection team; we understand the art of recruitment and the importance of aligning the right talent with your company. https://lnkd.in/gPKbMayT #recruitmentandselection #talentfinding #talentsourcing #culturefit #mondaycoffee #themorningcoffee

Over the last few months, I've gone down the rabbit hole of at-home espresso! What a fun-filled journey it has been. From thinking that coffee is simple, and anyone can do it. To understand the science and art that goes into pulling the perfect shot of espresso. It's a lot like recruitment. (Hear me out!) After mulling this over for a while I decided that this idea merits a series of posts to highlight some of these similarities. Here's number 1! The Art of Preparation Whether you are brewing the perfect espresso at home, or trying to find the ideal candidate for a client it all starts with preparation. Just like selecting high-quality beans and prepping your espresso machine, in recruitment, you must identify the need, define job requirements, and craft a compelling job description. Preparation is key to success in both processes! ?? #Recruitment #Espresso #Preparation #Hiring #itjobs

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I receive the odd question or two from coffee truck or shop owners about how I recruit baristas. Great question. After doing this for so long I find it reasonably straightforward to tell if someone will be a good fit for the role I’m filling. It all starts with instinct. I look for people I think are trustworthy. If I think I can trust someone they’re already a long way to being part of our team. I’ll invest in someone trustworthy over their skills any day - skills we can teach and polish. Putting small frictions in the interview process can be powerful, like making it a two interview process with the first interview requiring a little extra effort, like travel time. If they can’t muster some modest extra effort you’ve saved yourself some time. During the interview, even before I assess their skills behind the machine I’ll ask them a very simple question. ANY barista should be able to answer this question without blinking. If applicants say they have ‘specialty coffee experience’ and can’t answer this question they’re either not being honest on their CV or have been poorly nurtured in their previous roles. The simple question is this…”what’s your favourite espresso recipe and why?” Answers may include 20 grams in, 20 grams out for a punchy flavour and reduced bitterness. Or 18 grams in, 36 grams out for a balanced, well-rounded shot that’s good for all drink types. Or something else entirely. If we make it to a skills test I can generally tell a well-trained barista within their first 3 or so movements, well before they’ve even started making the coffee. Do they move confidently behind the equipment? Have they wiped dry the portafilter basket before grinding? Have they weighed the shot and adjusted the dose before extracting? All easy stuff that should be muscle memory for a trained barista. As we spring into a new coffee year, may we all find those barista gems that treat our businesses with care and professionalism. They exist, you just need to know what you’re looking for and how to dig beneath the CV. Let’s brew Ant x

Thank you Torben Nils von Spreckelsen for this delightful analogy between fine dining and the hiring process. I would like to start with a quote : "Good manners and good taste go hand in hand. Without them, neither talent nor accomplishment can make the human personality." Sharing few insights from the post: 1) Hiring is akin (similar) to fine dining, where every aspect, from the menu to the dining experience, contributes to the overall impression. 2) Candidates are evaluated based on integrity, competence, and commitment, with a focus on aligning their skills and personality with the company's expectations. 3) Crafting a compelling cover letter (amuse gueule), a well-designed CV (menu card) and mastering the interview process are essential for success in job applications. #InterviewTips: 1) Emphasize authenticity in your cover letter, showcasing your unique character and skills. 2) Pay attention to the layout and language of your #CV, keeping it professional yet engaging. 3) Prepare thoroughly for interviews, researching the company and structuring your responses using the #STAR approach. 4) Inject humor where appropriate to create a memorable impression. 5) Aim to match the interviewer's expectations, demonstrate flexibility and communicate your value proposition clearly. #CHRO, #HR #HiringManager #InterviewQuestion #JobInterview #Recruitment #HiringTips #JobSearch #CulturalFit?#PersonalBrand #opentowork #Choice #Communication

Celebrate International Coffee Day ?? Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or just love your morning brew, today is the perfect excuse to mix things up. Support independent coffee shops and enjoy a unique cup while helping local baristas.. Recruiting is a like brewing the perfect cup of coffee ?: Sourcing: First, you need to find the right beans..! Some candidates are like an espresso: Strong, bold, and straight to the point—perfect for high-pressure roles. Others are more of a decaf: Seems promising on paper but doesn't quite give you the buzz you were expecting. (Great for low-energy environments, though!) Screening: Grind those beans just right—too fine, and you'll miss the good stuff; too coarse, and it gets messy! Interviewing: The brewing process—some drip, some pour-over, but everyone's trying to impress with their flavour. Hiring: Finally, you find that perfect blend, and voilà! You've made a hire... I mean, a latte! ?? Recruitment is a flavourful journey with new opportunities brewing all the time. How are you enjoying your coffee today? Let me know in the comments, and check out our latest job opportunities at FS1 Recruitment: 01908 870223 or [email protected]. #InternationalCoffeeDay #SupportLocal #CoffeeLovers #RecruitmentJoys ??

Would you love your CV to slice through the job search noise??? How about using a pizza??? Pizza Hut's new NYC campaign is attempting to redefine "special delivery": ? Printing people's CVs on pizza boxes ?? ? Hand-delivering to their dream employers ?? ? Hopefully serving up opportunities, piping hot ?? This savoury ?? approach cuts through the clutter of traditional applications. It's a reminder that standing out often requires thinking outside the box \(or inside the pizza box, in this case\). Speaking of memorable tactics... I once hired a candidate on the spot when they proposed sending a barbershop quartet to sing their top 10 reasons to work at my place. I thought it was cringeworthy but also brilliant. So, what is the recipe for success when getting that next big job? Creativity + Authenticity = Attention ???? Innovative outreach in any manner can make your application rise to the top. What's the most unique way you've seen someone land a job? #CreativeJobSearch #PersonalBranding #CareerTips #prstunt