Are bloggers an untapped source of talent?

Bloggers and blogging are great. Why – because they are actively out there creating wonderful content (often for no income) about topics they are passionate about. They deliver readers alternative information and perspectives to what you find in mainstream media, which can be known to be biased and self interested!

All this aside, bloggers offer a great source of untapped talent. Why you ask?

ï They are passionate and often write about areas or niches in which they have a vast knowledge base and direct and current expertise
ï They are well networked in their niche, evidence by who they are linked to, who is on their blogroll, who is linking to them and so on
ï If they are regular bloggers they demonstrate commitment, which can be a rare things these days
ï They can communicate information, ideas and concepts and you have tangible evidence of it as you read their blog
ï Not only can they communicate via the written word, often you will also see examples of their analytical skills

When you receive a resume and they have a blog link, open it and view it as an additional recruitment selection tool. Alternatively research and follow bloggers who may be relevant for your business.

Members on Six Figures, www.sixfiguresinternational.com can include links in their member profiles to their blogs, websites and so on to give you the hirer a greater understanding of their expertise and value they bring.

So if you are looking to hire committed, passionate people, with great analytical skills and writing skills within a particular profession or niche – look no further than a blogger.

In 2008 Kelly launched Six Figures www.sixfiguresinternational.com the premium job site for $100K job and contracts, a site created to provide job seekers with a trusted online source to find six figure opportunities across all industries and professions. The site offers businesses a new targeted channel to connect with six figure job seekers, utilizing current technology to feature job opportunities and information about the business in a way that appeals to today's high salary earners.

Kellyís 12 years experience working across HR, Recruitment & Career Coaching has provided her with a solid understanding of what the job market looks like, what employers look for and the common experiences and challenges they face.