Blog Post: Expo Tips for Recruiters

1.  Bring backup.  As my Grandma used to say "be anything, but NEVER surprised."  Lines will be long, but we don't want you to miss any opportunities.  Bring your best and brightest people for backup, and give them the freedom to tell their stories.  Their enthusiasm and experiences are really valuable to potential recruits.    

2.  Be comfy.  I think it's perfectly OK to wear business casual clothing to the career fair, especially in uber laid-back Tucson.  If you have company polos, now's the time to dust them off.  Ladies, flats with gel insoles might help.  My wife, who's a recruiter too, swears by them.  Count on the Jobing team to bring you drinks and snacks so you don't hit the deck from exhaustion.  We'll even field questions in your booth if you need to step away for a break. 

3.  Never forget how you felt as a job seeker.  If job seekers must apply online, let them know why this is required and reassure them that it's not a brush off.  We're working with them to understand this process, but it's a major point of contention and confusion for many.  If job seekers show desperation or entitlement, don't write them off too early.  Just politely redirect the conversation.  You might really like them after you turn them around.  Most importantly, be kind and polite.  They'll never forget how well you treated them during a tough time and you'll create instant engagement upon hire.  

Jobing.com Career Expo Tuesday, November 10th
2pm-6pm
Tucson Convention Center