Nature of Logic

Introduction

To effectively complete recruiting efforts there are guidelines that should be followed including time management. In early April, 2008 the newly hired recruiter Carl attempted to hire 15 new employees for Marla in the Operations department. Carl was hoping for a start date of June 15th; however in late May he discovered the application packets were incomplete, orientation materials were not order and the training room was reserved by another department for the entire month of June.

Key Problems

Below are the key problems that were identified:

• Incomplete applications

• Mandatory drug screening not complete prior to employment offers

• Communication breakdown between Recruiter and Operations Manager

• Training room not reserved within timely manner.

Alternatives

Of course there are several solutions to the above problems. Before employment can be offered to any applicants, their applications should have been complete; which includes the mandatory drug screening. The drug screening should have been the determining factor for selecting the applicants in the first place. The recruiter could have used the help of Human Resource Personnel to assist with completing the application process. Communication should be a factor in this case. When the Operations Manager contacted the Recruiter on May 15th, a month prior to the June 15th start date, the Recruited should have verified if the training room was reserved and materials ordered for the new hire orientation.

Recommendations

Time Management is more than just managing our time; it is managing us in relation to time. It is setting priorities and taking charge of your situation and time utilization. It means changing those habits or activities that cause us to waste time. It is being willing to experiment with different methods and ideas to enable you to find the best way to make maximum use of time. Time management is the key factor in resolving the problems with ABC, Inc. Here are some strategies on time management:

• Define your priorities.

o All successful time management