Question 1

Unlike temporary help agencies, employee-leasing companies

Accepted Answer

Employee-leasing companies place employees with subscribers on a permanent basis, differentiating them from temporary help agencies that typically provide employees for short-term assignments.

Question 2

Because it is fast, inexpensive, and easy to do, __________ works well as a means of recruiting.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because it is fast, inexpensive, and easy...

Question 3

Private employment agencies

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The answer of Private employment agencies
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Question 4

Simon is looking for a new job. He researched a number of companies, and discovered that the values exhibited by TruTech are very similar to his own. He applied for, and was offered, a job at TruTech. This is an illustration of which stage of the ASA model of inbreeding?

Accepted Answer

The ASA model of inbreeding explains that individuals with similar values and characteristics are attracted to and join organizations with similar attributes. In this scenario, Simon is attracted to TruTech because their values align with his own, which falls under the attraction stage.

Question 5

TruTech wants to strengthen its on-campus recruiting relationships. Which of the following steps should it consider pursuing?

Accepted Answer

All of these steps can help TruTech strengthen its on-campus recruiting relationships. Providing guest speakers for classes can help showcase the company culture and industry knowledge to potential recruits. Inviting advisors to bring student groups to the TruTech offices can provide an opportunity for students to see the workplace and learn more about the company. Conducting mock interviews can help students practice and prepare for real job interviews, while also allowing TruTech to assess potential candidates.

Question 6

__________ are people who are not looking for jobs but could be persuaded to take new ones given the right opportunity.

Accepted Answer

Passive jobseekers are individuals who are currently employed but would be interested in taking new job opportunities if they were presented with the right offer. This group is often highly desirable to recruiters as they are typically well-educated and experienced. Transient employees, global workers, and expendable laborers do not accurately describe this group.

Question 7

Why would a company want to provide job applicants with a balanced, honest, and realistic portrayal of a job position?

Accepted Answer

Providing candidates with a balanced, honest, and realistic portrayal of a job position helps to reduce turnover. By being transparent about the job expectations, candidates are more likely to have a clear understanding of what they are signing up for and will be less likely to quit or become dissatisfied with the position. This can ultimately save the company time and resources by reducing the need for frequent hiring and training.

Question 8

According to the ASA model, inbreeding can occur when employees who do not fit in leave. In which stage does this occur?

Accepted Answer

Inbreeding occurs in the attrition stage of the ASA model, which refers to employees leaving the organization due to a lack of fit with the culture or values. When these individuals leave, it can create a homogenous workforce that is more likely to hire and promote like-minded individuals, leading to inbreeding.

Question 9

__________ of the fifty U.S. states maintain an employment agency that administers its unemployment insurance program.

Accepted Answer

All fifty U.S. states maintain an employment agency that administers its unemployment insurance program.

Question 10

Identify a warning sign of a weak talent bench.

Accepted Answer

When key positions are being filled externally, it indicates that there may not be strong internal candidates within the company. This is a warning sign of a weak talent bench.

Question 11

__________ is the process of keeping track of and maintaining relationships with former employees to see if they would be willing to return to the firm.

Accepted Answer

Re-recruiting is the process of keeping in contact with the former employees and persuading them to come back to the organization if a suitable position arises. It is cost-effective and time-saving compared to acquiring new talent, skills, and knowledge from the external sources.

Question 12

Public employment agencies may help employers by providing all of the following services EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Public employment agencies typically do not provide human resource planning as this is an internal strategic process managed by the employer's HR department. They do offer services like employment testing, job analysis, and community wage surveys to assist with hiring and understanding labor market conditions.

Question 13

__________ is the way by which most job positions are filled.

Accepted Answer

Word-of-mouth recommendation is often the most common way job positions are filled, as employers may rely on current employees to refer qualified candidates. Research has shown that referrals from employees can lead to higher retention rates and better job performance for the new hire. While advertising, the internet, and text messaging may also be used to fill job positions, they may not be as common or effective as word-of-mouth recommendation.

Question 14

In order to effectively identify career opportunities and requirements within an organization, the firm should assess and weigh the knowledge and skills that each of its jobs requires by using a

Accepted Answer

A competency analysis is the best tool for assessing and weighing the knowledge and skills required for each job within an organization. This analysis can identify the key competencies needed for each job, which can then be used to develop training programs and career pathways for employees. Competency analyses can also help organizations identify gaps in their workforce and develop strategies to fill those gaps. Job development assessments, skills inventories, and human capital maps can be useful tools in their own right, but they do not provide the same level of detail and insight as a competency analysis.

Question 15

Will works at TruTech. When a position opened up in his department, he suggested Steve, who is a member of several clubs to which Will belongs. Will and Steve have a lot in common, and Will thinks Steve would be easy to work with. This is an illustration of which stage of the ASA model of inbreeding?

Accepted Answer

The ASA (Attraction-Selection-Attrition) model explains how individuals are attracted to, selected by, and remain in organizations. In this scenario, Will's suggestion of Steve for a position because of their common interests and ease of working together illustrates the Selection stage, where organizations tend to select individuals who are perceived as fitting well with the existing organizational culture and team dynamics.

Question 16

When Jocelyn interviewed for a position at TruTech, the interviewer told her about the downsides to the job, including the need to work long hours on occasion and the stress that sometimes accompanies tight deadlines. The interviewer was using

Accepted Answer

The interviewer was providing a realistic job preview, which is a recruiting method aimed at ensuring that job candidates have a realistic and accurate understanding of the job, including both positive and negative aspects of the job. This can help to reduce turnover and increase job satisfaction.

Question 17

The practice of hiring relatives is known as

Accepted Answer

Nepotism is the practice of favoritism towards one's family members in hiring or promoting them, regardless of their qualifications or suitability for the position.

Question 18

The fees charged by search firms can range anywhere from __________ percent of the annual salary for the position to be filled.

Accepted Answer

The fees charged by search firms typically range from 25 to 40 percent of the annual salary for the position to be filled. This is a standard range for many executive search firms, reflecting the extensive effort and resources they invest in finding suitable candidates for high-level positions.

Question 19

A study by the Kessler Foundation and National Organization on Disability (NOD) found that only a little over __________ of adults with disabilities go online.

Accepted Answer

The study found that only a little over half of adults with disabilities go online.

Question 20

TruTech needs to fill a number of technical positions and needs candidates who have certain specialized training. Which of the following would likely be a good source for suitable applicants?

Accepted Answer

Community colleges often offer specialized training in technical fields and attract students who are seeking careers in these areas. Therefore, they are likely to have a pool of potential candidates with the skills and knowledge needed for TruTech's open positions. High schools may have some candidates with basic technical skills, but they are unlikely to have the level of specialization needed for these positions. Employment agencies and community organizations may have a variety of candidates, but they are not necessarily specialized in the technical areas that TruTech requires.

Quiz 5: Expanding the Talent Pool: Recruitment and Careers