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Blue Signal Success Stories, Client Testimonials

May 5, 2021 by Lacey Walters

Over the last nine years, Blue Signal has worked with hundreds of clients in various industries, successfully executing over 2,250 searches. With over 200 years of combined recruiting experience, we have found that supporting others in fulfilling their goals is the most rewarding part of the job. We love the opportunity to help others in any way we can, whether it be supporting our community, finding the perfect candidate for a role, or providing insights on a recruitment strategy. While our numbers speak for themselves, hearing those success stories and getting positive feedback from our clients is what truly makes our job worth it. Blue Signal is humbled by these testimonials we’ve received, and we appreciate each and every review.

TESTIMONIAL:

“My company has been working with Blue Signal for several years. Since that time, Blue Signal has changed our company for the better in so many positive ways, but especially from a cultural and performance perspective.  Most of our leadership team and middle management have been permanent placements from Blue Signal.  As a result of their incredible initiative on our behalf, we’ve earned numerous awards for culture (e.g., Best Place to Work, Certified Great Place to Work), performance (e.g., Inc lists, NC Fast 40 mid-market companies, Financial Times Fast 500 in the Americas, Fast 50, etc.), and have been recognized as one of the leaders in our industry in innovation (e.g., Telecom Tech, Inside Towers, etc.).  We wouldn’t be anywhere close to where we are today without Blue Signal.

The recruiting industry has a bad reputation.  Many recruiters simply inundate clients with resumes having little to no knowledge of the position, candidate, or company and with little or no concern for either the candidate or the company.  Blue Signal is completely different.  They elevate long-term relationships over short-term profits for both candidates and clients, trusting that profits will eventually come.  Blue Signal is disrupting an industry that is desperately in need of disruption by leading with values.

Blue Signal exhibits all the types of trust necessary to build and maintain positive relationships, which creates a virtuous ecosystem for both recruits and clients.  They keep their word.  They do what they say they are going to do.  They have a willingness to be candid and transparent.  If they make a mistake (which is rare), they will admit their mistake.  They are a master of their trade.  I can count on their professionalism and excellence.  They don’t follow the industry crowd – they do things their own way.  They are insightful, knowledgeable, and take the time to demonstrate their knowledge and desire for a positive candidate and company match.  They demonstrate a genuine concern for the well-being of others.  And finally, they are reliable.  I can trust that they will uphold the same habits and norms of behavior repeatedly and over a long period of time.

Blue Signal is a standard-bearer for their industry.  I’m confident they would be an outstanding representation for this Award for Ethics.  I give them my highest recommendation."

— CEO & Founder, Top Telecommunications Company

TESTIMONIAL:

“Matt Walsh and his team at Blue Signal did a great job helping us find a specialized engineer for a position that had been open for over a year. We had been working with other recruiters for several months before I received a referral for Matt. Although I was hesitant to work with another recruiter, he really set himself apart with his professionalism and industry knowledge. I really appreciated the fact that Matt took the time to understand what we were looking for instead of simply throwing a bunch of resumes at us. I never felt pressured to move forward with a candidate that I didn’t feel was a good fit for the role. You can tell he genuinely cares about matching the needs of both his candidate and his client. I highly recommend partnering with Matt and his team at Blue Signal for your hiring needs.”

— Engineering Manager, Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

Testimonials from client

Blue Signal’s search process is unlike any other, using a highly targeted 12-step interview process to match the right candidate to the right opportunity. We take the time to understand the needs of the client and find candidates that exemplify those characteristics and qualifications they’re seeking. If hiring managers wanted to review hundreds of resumes, they’d just post the open role themselves. That’s why Blue Signal does so much more than collect CVs. We alleviate the burdens in our clients’ searches by presenting top talent who are vetted through our 12-step process before they reach our clients’ desks - saving them time, and money.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal has exceeded my every expectation in a search team. I will not introduce them to competitors, as I'm hoping they focus on new markets to fill their time and remain my secret weapon in the war for my specific unicorn talent.”

— General Manager, Chemical Manufacturer

Testimonials from Client

When working with Blue Signal, clients gain access to passive talent that they may not find otherwise. Chances are, the best talent on the market is employed today - but hopefully not by your competitor. While partnering with a recruiting firm has various benefits, this access to passive job seekers is our clients’ secret weapon in finding their specific “unicorn” talent. Blue Signal recruiters have thorough training, niche industry knowledge, and strong expertise that allow them to curate a candidate pool of otherwise inaccessible talent.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal is a tenacious, committed partner in the recruiting process. Their drive to ensure successful, win-win placements for both clients and candidates helped accelerate our recruiting process, eased many of the burdens typically associated with recruiting efforts, and resulted in our making exceptional hires.” 

— VP of HR, National Wireless Integrator

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Blue Signal’s streamlined recruiting process allows clients to save time while increasing productivity and efficiency. We understand time is money, so we provide a fast turnaround — guaranteeing candidate resumes fast, usually within 24 hours of the initial intake call. Most of our searches are filled in under 30 days, saving our clients’ valuable time while providing them with exceptional hires.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal is an exceptional recruiting partner  – they start strong, they stay strong, and they finish even stronger!”

 — Chief Channel Officer, Wireless OEM

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With over 245 years of combined experience, our recruiting team knows what it takes to connect leaders with top talent. Our recruiters consistently deliver success to our clients and their teams, finding top candidates hand-picked for specialized positions within the industry. Once we’ve found the perfect candidate, we keep that momentum going by offering retention support — including background checks, reference checks, offer letter preparation, and paperwork support — to ensure our client’s new hire’s onboarding is smooth sailing. From start to finish, Blue Signal has our clients covered.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal is a true partner in the recruiting process – their job wasn’t done, until our job was done!”  

— VP of Sales, Wireless Company

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Our job goes beyond a signed offer letter. We invest in your company’s success by guaranteeing results. Unlike other recruiting firms, Blue Signal’s unique search agreements come with a 12-month guarantee for new hires. If our client’s new hire leaves within their first year, we will credit them the difference to find a replacement.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Matt and the team at Blue Signal use an incredible process to deliver outstanding results: the people they’ve helped us recruit have created tens of millions in enterprise value for our organization.  I’m always on the lookout for the extremely rare opportunity to create an actual competitive advantage.  I consider Matt and his team at Blue Signal one of those very infrequent differentiators. I give them my highest recommendation.”

— CEO, Telecommunications Company

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At Blue Signal, we believe hiring the right people is the best way to transform a business. In fact, 63% of Blue Signal candidates are promoted within 18 months. This top talent is destined to make an impact, with an average tenure of 56 months. Blue Signal is passionate about finding candidates that produce results, adding value to our client’s company and bottom line.

TESTIMONIAL:

“I have used Matt and Blue Signal over and over specifically because they don’t compare to other recruiters I’ve used – they are better, faster, more accurate, more effective. I have used other recruiters who seem to think that if they throw enough candidates at you, one is bound to ‘stick.’ Blue Signal filters down to truly qualified individuals BEFORE they get to me – key for my schedule and the business.”

— Senior Sales Director, Wireless Company

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In such a competitive talent market, companies cannot afford to waste time looking at subpar candidates. All of our recruiters pre-screen, cross reference, and conduct initial interviews with each candidate before presenting to our client, so they know that time spent on their search is not wasted. We strive to find extraordinary candidates while taking our client’s timeline and budget into consideration, matching their urgency every time.

TESTIMONIAL:

“I had an opportunity to work closely with Blue Signal on two different occasions. The first time, when I was going through the interviewing/hiring process with their client. The second time, when I was one of the interviewers for their client, seeking the proper candidate for the job opening. On both occasions, Blue Signal provided very close and professional assistance during the entire hiring/interviewing process.”

— Sr. Field Application Engineer, Wireless Company

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One of the best parts about recruiting is seeing candidates become clients. Regardless of your role in the interview process, Blue Signal provides support and resources every step of the way to guarantee the best results. You can rest assured that whichever side of the business you fall on, we will work to protect your best interests.

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal, and Art Reed specifically, provide very professional recruiting services. I would not hesitate to recommend Blue Signal to any employer looking for the right candidates, and to any professional seeking the proper career opportunity.” 

— Sr. Field Application Engineer, Wireless Company

Testimonials 9

Over the last nine years, Blue Signal has established itself as the premier executive search firm within wireless/telecom, IoT, medical & healthcare, finance & accounting, emerging technology, cloud & managed services, manufacturing & industrial, logistics & supply chain, human resources, and related industry niches. Working with both candidates and hiring managers, our targeted, specialized searches deliver highly qualified professionals to meet every hiring need. With recruiters located all across the country, we’re able to find and place exemplary candidates from coast to coast. 

TESTIMONIAL:

“Blue Signal has done a great job providing multiple qualified candidates for each of my three recruiting engagements. Despite working together multiple times, they still follow their process and make no assumptions about the goals for the position. As a busy hiring manager, they’re also great at gently managing me through the process – something I find helpful when multiple priorities begin to conflict. I enjoy the communication and collaboration with Blue Signal and would definitely use them again.”

— Global Director, Wireless Company

Testimonials 10

At Blue Signal, we invest in the search process - whether it’s our clients’ 1st or 50th search with us. We use a highly targeted 10-step candidate search process to source, recruit, screen, interview, and place the best candidates in our client’s industry. This search process consistently results in excellent hires for our talent seekers, leaving no detail overlooked.

TESTIMONIAL:
“Reflecting on the last year, I’ve truly appreciated working with you. Having worked with many recruiting firms over the years, I can honestly say Blue Signal is top notch. Your professionalism, thoroughness, and overall friendliness is truly appreciated.”

— Head of Engineering, Wireless Company

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As a relationship-based recruiting firm, Blue Signal strives to cultivate deep business relationships with our clients. By establishing an understanding of the client’s organization, their team, and both their hiring and business goals, we’re able to bring an unmatched level of thoroughness to the search. As a result, our long-term relationships and genuine interest in our client’s success set us apart from the rest.

CONCLUSION:

The recruiting space is a competitive one, filled with many different approaches and styles. We encourage all clients and candidates to employ whichever strategy works best for them, even if that means consulting them to turn down the wrong offer or walk away from a subpar hire. The proof is in the results. Our incredible clients’ testimonials help Blue Signal stand out from the rest. If you have reviewed our processes and feedback and believe Blue Signal to be the right recruiting firm for your business, contact us today and set up a consultation to partner with us on your next search.

Filed Under: Blog Posts, Testimonials Tagged With: clients, Executive Search, feedback, Interview, interview process, interviewing, passive talent, recruiting, reviews, Search Process, Talent Acquisition, Testimonials

How to Deliver a Better Performance Review

November 8, 2016 by Lacey Walters

Performance reviews are a discussion on what both the employee and manager can improve on, and how to create an action plan to accomplish those goals. While employers have traditionally given reviews annually, many companies are changing the format to allow for feedback on a more regular basis. The modern performance review is an optimal time to visit long-term goals and create an action plan to meet them.

Tips for giving effective performance reviews:

Set employee expectations.

Give the employee an agenda and an idea of what to expect so they do not feel nervous. Employers can provide an outline or topics ahead of time to allow the employee more time to think about detailed responses to questions.

Every review should include an action plan for the future. Agree on a set of goals with the employee, and use it as a roadmap for their performance. That way, they know what metrics the manager expects from them, and the manager has an agreed-upon guide for the employee’s future performance.

 

Pick a good date.

Performance review - calendarGive plenty of warning. Never surprise someone with a performance review. Preferably set them at regular intervals through the year so that employees know when they are coming up.

Avoid scheduling reviews during busy project deadlines.

 

Give them often, and on time.

Frequent feedback helps the employer to resolve problems and improve morale on a regular basis, before they become serious. A brief weekly or monthly meeting keeps communication open, is better for employee morale, and reduces the pressure for annual reviews.

For formal performance evaluation, consider giving employee reviews each quarter, rather than on an annual basis. Employees (especially millennials, according to a study by PwC) want to know how they are doing =in real-time, not just once a year.

Give reviews in a timely manner. Once a review is scheduled, honor the commitment and do not reschedule or cancel it.

 

Keep it relaxed and brief.

Employees rely on their jobs for their livelihood. They have a lot at stake during a performance review. Even good performers are often very nervous before a review. Try to put them at ease with a relaxed tone. Start positive, get right to the point, and end on a positive note, even when the review covers uncomfortable topics.

Set an appropriate amount of time for the review and stick to it. Reviews should not last multiple hours. If the discussion gets thorny, set a follow-up meeting to allow both parties to regroup.

 

Encourage honest feedback.

Just as employees should not take criticism personally during a review, managers should also be open to hearing where they can improve. Aim to prompt honest dialogue about how the role can improve. When employees are unhappy or feel suffocated, everyone hurts. Productivity drops, and dissatisfied employees may leave in frustration.Performance review - employee review

Avoid simplistic yes/no questions such as “Are you happy?” or, “Is the project going well?”  Why? Because smart employees will often say what they think employers want to hear, in order to protect themselves and avoid a difficult conversation. A better approach is to ask open-ended questions that encourage the employee to share their perspective.

Open-ended questions to ask:

“What are your goals for (the year, a project, their team, etc.)?”
“What can we do to help you with your project?”
“What do you see as our strengths, and what can we improve?”
“What is the one thing we can change to make your job better?”

 

Anticipate emotional reactions.

Employees can react strongly to changes in salary, benefits, rank, and responsibility—both positively and negatively. When possible, allow the employee time to process their emotions privately. Additionally, it is important to be totally clear. Do not be vague, and do no sugarcoat. For any positive or negative change, the employee will have immediate questions about the logistical details. Be ready to answer.

Do not cave in to emotional pressure during the review. An employee may say things they do not mean in response to an unexpected change. It is important to stay on track and not change course based on an employee’s reaction.

 

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Document the conversation.

It may not be necessary to document regular informal feedback meetings, but formal reviews should be documented. Give the employee a copy of the agenda ahead of time to prepare, and give them the notes for the completed review. Revisit this same document at the next review to track progress.

 

Performance reviews are a critical tool for employers who want healthy and results-focused relationships with their employees. Instead of an annual stressful event, make it a continuous process to reduce tension and address problems as they arise, instead of once a year.

Filed Under: Blog Posts Tagged With: employee feedback, employee review, feedback, how to, hr, job, performance review, reviews

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