Tag Archives: new grad

Hiring for Diversity, pt3: New College Grads

Posted on June 21, 2010 by johanna

It’s tempting to look for candidates with lots of experience for your open positions. But at this time of year, and through the fall, consider looking for new college grads. Not just because I have a daughter who just graduated, … Continue reading →

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What Are Your Expectations for New Grads?

Posted on June 6, 2008 by johanna

Jack Vinson writes in New Grad Hires: Ready and Willing, but Are They Able?, The solution is to hire people who have the general skills, capability, and/or experience you need and then train them in the missing aspects. That’s the … Continue reading →

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From Intern to Paying Position

Posted on November 28, 2006 by johanna

Miss Snark has a great post, Internminable, about how to move from a free position to a paid position. Scroll down to: 1. Shows up on time and on schedule. For you gentlemen, change “8. Wears shoes. Wears underwear. Wears … Continue reading →

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Interviewing New Grads

Posted on April 14, 2005 by johanna

My most recent column for Fast Company/Inc’s hiring center is Interviewing New College Grads. Leave comments here – Enjoy!

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