Yes, I too would love to hear from anyone on this topic. As a career changer
trying to break into the RIM field I would appreciate any insight that helps
me to better showcase my transferable skills.

Thanks,
Cory B. Welch, MSIS
Houston, TX

On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 8:09 AM, Dana Yanaway <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Good morning Nolene,
>
> I always found an interesting connection between individuals with artistic
> backgrounds, especially music, and an aptitude for understanding the
> importance of attention to detail that records management positions
> require.
>
>
> Seems like they have nothing to do with each other, but whenever I had two
> otherwise equal candidates I would inevitably be happier with the one who
> had a music background.
>
> I managed the records department for a large east coast law firm for many
> years and over that time had a chance to hire many entry level individuals.
> Managing a diverse staff was often a challenge, but bringing in smart
> people
> with varied backgrounds added to the mix of the team and I feel made for a
> stronger department.
>
> Dana.
>
> On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 1:21 AM, Nolene Sherman <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> > OK then, if it's so quiet (I too have had my nose to the grindstone),
> > here's a topic for discussion ....
> >
> > What are your favorite questions to ask potential records management
> > position candidates in a job interview.
> >
> > I'm especially interested in how you suss out that information that will
> > tell you that a person who has little actual records management
> experience
> > may have the aptitude to do the job well.
> >
> > But please also share good questions for experienced technicians or
> > analysts.
> >
> > Then for fun, tell us some of the craziest answers you have gotten.
> >
> >
> >
> > Nolene Sherman
> > Records Manager since 1996. Gone wonky since 1998.
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