30,000 Video Interviews Uploaded

An ideological shift is taking place in HR and recruting offices thoughout the U.S.  Advancements in video technology have presented a better way to screen and source candidates.  Video Interviews are becoming a staple in recruiting as professionals enjoy the cost savings derived in both time and money.  Companies like TalentRooster.com provide the ability to see and hear job seeking candidates answer questions specific to needs before a moment of time is committed to a phone screen or live interview.  A compelling factor to note is that the average view time of each video is around 35 seconds, despite the fact that videos can be much longer. It is equally as important to note that a video is not intended to replace the face to face interview, but merely to serve as a tool to ensure only the best candidates get past the front door.  Once you've enjoyed the benefits of this powerful technology it's hard to believe that we relied on paper alone for so many years. 

Candidate Records Video With iPhone - Lands Job!

It's happening more and more and we absolutely love it!  A candidate living in Charlotte, North Carolina was moving back to central Ohio.  While conducting her job search, she came upon TalentRooster video interview technology.  She pulled out her iPhone and created this video, which she uploaded to TalentRooster.com.  A recruiter found the video, sent it over to a perfect fit client and a "live" interview was immediately scheduled.  Guess what?  She got the job in record time, all because the video told the hiring manager exactly what he needed to know BEFORE he ever met the candidate!!

Video is smart, green and the future of recruiting!  Contact TalentRooster.com to learn how easy it is to add video to your recruiting process!

TalentRooster Video Challenge

As a quasi blogger, I try never to repeat myself - however this information should be taught at every business school!  In a previous blog I explained how a savvy job seeker could jump the line and land the interview if they just took a little initiative.  Since unemployment continues to hover around 10% and many are struggling to find work, I would hope that a new strategy might be well received - especially one that will work!

Becky is in search of a job - she's been looking and applying for several months.  She has had a couple of interviews but nothing has materialized.  Upon searching the job boards she stumbled upon a great opportunity with Dawson Resources, a local respected company.  Historically Becky would click "apply now" and send her Word document.  She then would try to call someone at Dawson Resources to follow up (and usually end up in the HR vacuum). 

Becky saw our blog and thought it was a great idea - here's what she did...  She started off by Googling Dawson Resources and learning about the company.  Upon visiting their website she learned who the owners and officers were and then searched all of their LinkedIn profiles.  She was quickly able to learn about the company culture and their hiring process.  She learned where each executive went to school and where they previously worked and people that they were connected to. She searched their FaceBook accounts and viewed the public information.  By taking these simple initiatives, Becky had a plethora of powerful information and set out to land this job!

Becky went to TalentRooster.com to create a video interview, where she could professionally verbalize what she had learned.  While all the other candidates were clicking "send" and firing over Word documents, Becky created a professional video profile that she knew would appeal to the decision makers.  She opened by talking about Dawson Resources and how her goals and objectives aligned with theirs - she actually quoted a specific line in their company mission statement.  No doubt it captured the attention of the recipient at Dawson!  Becky went on to answer specific questions she knew Dawson would want to hear.  She even dropped in the fact that she had gone to school at Ohio University, where Dawson has made on campus visits to recruit candidates (she commented on how professional the process was, which is always good for a companies ego!).

Becky closed by congratulating Dawson for their 65th year in business and their employee longevity.  She noted that one employee in particular has been with the company since 1966, which she found astounding.  She attached the video link to her Word document and sent it over to all the executives she'd learned about during her research (with a personal note to each).  With a little more work she was able to find all of their email addresses.  Guess what?  It worked!!  Take initiative and follow Becky's example and you will land a job! 

Check out TalentRooster to learn more!!

Video Resumes Creating New Opportunities For Business

Our newest partner in Phoenix used to attach Word document resumes to an email and send it out to clients, Ho Hum.... Last week his firm went live with TalentRooster video resume technology and he immediately began sending digital video profiles out to clients. Right out of the gates he received immediate responses from clients and prospects, one of which set a meeting - they'd never seen such innovative technology! Our client is stoked and so are we - let the proliferation commence!

Further evidence from our clients continues to trickle in - savvy candidates that are looking to create a professional video resume are discovering TalentRooster. We immediately refer them to the nearest provider, thus increasing candidate flow and revenue opportunities for our partners. This same principle applies to HR / Recruiters who are keeping pace with technology - suddenly they are reaching out and asking to learn more about video resumes. Better yet there is a viral impact as well. Candidates post their profile on social media sites, where others will find out and learn about this impressive technology - it's amazing how fast (and far) this news can travel!

We now have empirical data that video resumes will improve your recruiting process, reduce costs and increase business opportunities. Candidates are selective and appreciate companies that appear progressive e.g. they include video resumes as part of their interview process. Who doesn't want to work for a company that "get's it"? Happy Hunting!

LinkedIn Promoting Video Resumes

You had to know it was coming - finally the biggest player in the social media / job hunting space is going video. You've got to read this piece to learn more - very compelling stuff! Now that LinkedIn is off and running with video resume technology, the market will be more receptive than ever. Even those stuck behind the discrimination paradigm may finally get on board that the hiring process has forever changed. You didn't seriously believe that job seekers would always use a piece of paper to market themselves - did you?

Remember - DON'T just create a video - it's so much more than that!! Do it right, professional and consistent. TalentRooster profiles include: traditional resume, video resume, personality profile, links to social media, relevant test scores, background checks, drug test and much more. Our technology can provide hiring managers with 80% of the hiring information they need BEFORE they every commit to an interview. Better yet you can send a link to a candidate to record from home or anywhere in the world!