New Year, New Name!

Many of you know the awesome company I work for as Rackspace Managed Hosting. Well, starting today we are now known as Rackspace. Short and sweet....love it!

Exciting News!!! I work for one of the best companies!

According to Fortune Magazine, Rackspace Managed Hosting has been ranked #32 out of the 100 best companies to work for in 2008!!

Want to see why? Click here!

Who do you know?

Have you ever heard the saying, "It's not what you know, it's who you know"? I do believe there is some truth to this statement. I am putting myself out on the line on this one but I have to ask....how many of you found a job through someone you know? I actually got my start in the recruiting/sourcing world because I knew someone. I really wanted to break into the recruiting/sourcing industry but had zero, zilch, nada experience. Nearly 3 years ago, one of my very good friends was in a position where she could hire a contract sourcer for a short term gig. One day, while we were chatting on the phone, she told me about how much trouble she was having finding a strong sourcer who was disciplined enough to work virtually. I knew that I could do the job (maybe I was a little over confident at the time) so I spoke up and told her I was interested. She, of course, was hesitant. First, what if I didn't go a good job? Our friendship would definitely be at stake if that was to happen. Was taking a chance on me worth it?

When I first stepped into the sourcing/recruiting world I struggled the first month or so. But I didn't want to let my friend down, I didn't want to let my family down, but most of all---I didn't want to let myself down. So, for the next few months I worked, studied and absorbed as much as I possibly could about this industry. And you know what??? I fell in love with it! I love the challenge that comes with sourcing for that perfect candidate. I love being able to network with other recruiting professionals and most of all, I love feeling that sense of accomplishment each and every day.

So now you know a little bit more about me and how I got my start into this awesome industry!

It's about darn time!!

Yes-it has been far too long since I updated this blog. Things at "The Rack" are going well and I am still lovin being a "Racker".



I can't believe 2008 is already here! I wanted to share with you all one of my New Year's resolutions for this year and years to come.....



I have learned through many of my linkedin connections that the title "recruiter" tends to have a negative connotation associated with it. I have heard through many folks that when they think of the word "recruiter" --lack of communication/follow-up comes to mind.



I have always tried to keep the communication window open at all times with my candidates but I have to admit--I have let a few slip through the cracks. One of my 2008 resolutions is to speak with each and every person that contacts me directly in regards to opportunities with Rackspace. I promise, to follow through and to ensure that whether you are a fit for Rackspace or not, that your experience interviewing with me will be a positive one. I am commited to this resolution and hope that others reading this will follow this resolution as well.



Here's to a Happy 2008! I look forward to the months to come!



-Amanda