Hygun goes to the Parade…

The American Legion Post 201 in Alpharetta, GA hosted a very special parade which honors all of our veterans from all of our American wars and conflicts as far back as the American Revolution, French and Indian Wars, War of 1812 and even the Civil War to name a few. The Old Soldiers Day Parade in recent years has been a continuous parade for 59 years honoring our veterans of many historical conflicts. Hygun’s new Office Manager, Lisa Tobin, was there to show her patriotism and to honor the many sacrifices all of our soldiers from past and present as she participated in the parade. This year’s theme, “My Flag, My Country: Worth Fighting For”, was a special one since it was dedicated to the 10th Anniversary of September 11 to honor the victims and heroes of that awful day in our history.

It is imperative we remember our veterans as the City of Alpharetta has done since the inception of this wonderful parade back in 1865 after the guns were silenced in the War Between the States. The Confederate Soldiers living in the area established a time each year to re-live a fellowship born of war. They came from miles around by horse, wagon and on foot to a very small town called Alpharetta. Many of them were still living in Alpharetta when the young soldiers of World War I returned to their homes in Milton County. Best evidence would indicate that sometime during 1920 the elderly Confederate Soldiers invited the “Young-uns,” the new veterans of World War I, to assemble to the rear and parade with them down Main Street of Alpharetta. They marched together for only a few years until most were gone and the event faded during the Depression. In 1952, a small group of men in Alpharetta from the American Legion Post 201 re-dedicated the Old Soldiers Day Parade and began having the parade again in downtown Alpharetta. This would be a tribute and living memorial to ALL VETERANS OF ALL WARS. Our country is and will always be worth fighting for under our American Flag of freedom.

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August 1972

As a Vietnam Veteran Owned Small Business, Hygun recognizes this week in history, August 1972, as marking the official end of ground operations in Vietnam for the United States.  We thank those who fought for us in this and all conflicts, past and present, that our wonderful country has had to face.  God Bless.

Happy 4th of July!!

From all of us at Hygun Group we would like to wish you all a very Happy and safe 4th of July!  Enjoy the fireworks!

Mind your manners...

I was at lunch the other day with a very senior candidate that I met for the first time.  I was asking her a few questions as to where she had been looking, how she went about her search on her own, how she found the reception, etc.  She looked at me and said, "When did hiring authorities become so rude"?  Upon further inquiry, she said that during her interviews with several senior ranking officers, she was met with almost a hostile question and answer session; out and out facial expression that almost bordering on insult and just BAD MANNERS. The interviews ended with not so much as a simple courtesy to speak of, such as “thanks for your time.”  She has not received a call back on any of the interviews as of today.  If nothing more than to say ‘Thank you for coming out”.  Let me tell you, this is an experienced individual with amazing contacts, skills and friendly to.

 

Another young lady had called this week with a similar story. She started out by asking me that if I worked with her could I promise to do two things, One, have the courtesy to return her calls and two tell her if our client is not interested. I assured her I would not leave her out in the cold and asked her why, not knowing me, would she say such a thing? It was as she said,  “Out of frustration for the lack of no call backs, interviews without further responses and just lack of civility on behalf of the hiring authorities”.

 

Wow, some hiring authorities are making me and my company look really good.  We have an old saying in my office which is “If you invited them to dinner don't ask them to pay”.  Meaning, be respectful of those you are talking to and interviewing....someday you might be the one in that chair. Better yet “What would your Mother think?”

Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day Weekend for some is the perfect time for friends and family to honor loved ones who have served their country.  For others, this national holiday is the unofficial start of their summer.  But for most, Memorial Day is a day of remembrance for those who have died serving our country.

 

This day is not just a time for grief; it is a time to celebrate peace and sacrifice.  You can find several celebratory events happening in pretty much any community.  Take the family to a watch a parade, visit and places flags at a local cemetery, or attend a Memorial Day festival.  This is also the perfect time to honor our veterans and say “Thank You”.

 

No matter where you are or what you are doing, please, take the time to be thankful for your freedom.  Whether you want to honor a fallen soldier or celebrate peace, Memorial Day Weekend is a time for remembrance and thanksgiving. 

 

 

 

Memorial Day thought...

As we near the Memorial Day weekend,  I wanted to ask all of you in your own way to say a prayer,  save a quite moment or just give thanks to all the fallen. Whatever your thoughts may be of the wars and the losses, the soldier follows orders and must believe them to be just.

 

Their families know this day.  Each year it is a National reminder of their loss and the sacrifice that was made by a loved one.  We sometimes overlook what this day is really all about.  Someone died for our freedom, gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we can voice free speech and live in a free society. I personally managed to live beyond the battle field, due to the sacrifice of a brother and saved by other hands.  Memorial Day is a special day for all of us hold it near and dear, just say thank you, I know they are listening and they will never be forgotten.

 

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend!

 

Dan Hydrick, CEO

Hygun Group, Inc. a SDVOSB

Returning a Call....

Can someone please explain to me why someone does not return my call?  Please understand, I am not asking this of someone that does not know me or who is not doing business with me currently, however, I am asking those that are my clients and candidates that I am currently working with.

 

A call back 36 hours later due to being too "busy" just does not make sense to me.  If we are working together, either I am recruiting on your behalf or you are a recruit, I think it is only professional and a common courtesy to take two minutes to call me back.  I have never had a schedule in which I could not get away to make a call from my cell phone.  A simple phone call while walking to your car, coming back from lunch or on your way home can alleviate many issues or answer some questions that may arise.  There could be a number of reasons for calling and at times the information is critical for either party.  Remember, there is another participant that is dependent on our communication, someone you may even work with in the future.  By not returning a call not only is it a slight to me but towards them as well. 

 

In our industry, communication is vital to being successful.  So I ask you to, please make a conscientious effort to return your Executive Recruiters calls.  It might just be an opportunity of a lifetime waiting on the other end, but if you get too busy or forget to call me back, you may miss out.