Some companies have made progress in addressing these concerns. Clients may weight the questions differently, eliminating candidates based on one wrong answer, such as an unwillingness to relocate. A number of sites are also already working outside the confines of the Internet. At a recent gathering in a hip, dark Los Angeles bar, employers and job seekers sipped martinis and exchanged cards and phone numbers. With so many sites out there, finding the right one can be daunting.
Many larger companies have Internet recruiting specialists in their human-resources departments.
A handful of reference books list sites, their features and tips for using them. Evaluating a Site Employers and job seekers can conduct a few tests to determine if a site is active and a good fit. Check how often jobs are updated and how many visits the site attracts. They play it safe and go to the big boards. The availability of customer service and the types of jobs and companies using a site are also tip-offs of its effectiveness.