It’s no secret that top talent is scarce in many (most?) employment sectors today. Candidates are receiving multiple offers, including counteroffers from their current employers, at a level (and ferocity) which we haven’t seen or heard of in quite some time. In turn, this is leading to a significant increase in turndowns. There are multiple factors at play during the offer stage; here are a few that contribute to turndowns. A good agency recruiter can be a crucial piece of the puzzle, helping two sides reach a fair deal. Read the rest of this entry »