Human Resources Network

A.    The Basics

Founded and managed by HR executives, the Network is a two-way communications system in which members exchange information about opportunities in the “hidden” job market, in the belief that they can help themselves by assisting each other.

At least twice monthly, members receive by email the HR Network Report, an informal newsletter with new leads to jobs:

1) that are not advertised, either in newspapers or on the Internet, and

2) that pay not less than $150,000 per year in direct (i.e., cash) compensation.

Network Reports are copyright protected and are for members’ eyes only; they are not to be shared, with anyone!

(The service is not “online”— members are sent reports by e-mail; they do not retrieve them.)

B.    Lead Sharing

Members are required—as a condition of participation—to make meaningful inputs to the Network’s job lead databank. Lead sharing is the fundamental feature driving the system; participants unwilling or unable, over time, to develop and share leads that are fresh, accurate and complete—and of general interest to others— forfeit their eligibility to participate.

Members are required to share everything they develop as described in A. 1) and 2) above. That includes jobs they have an interest in themselves, but only if a search firm or consultant is involved.

Where no third party (search firm or other “broker”) is involved, and thus an employer and Network member have connected with each other directly, the lead may be withheld until the member’s interest or candidacy is disposed of, should that occur.

C.    Membership Costs

The Network conducts three 4-month enrollment periods per year: January through April; May through August; and September through December. The cost for a full enrollment period (two issues per month) is $200, equivalent to $25 per issue. Those who become members in the midst of an enrollment period pay a pro rata share of the full fee.

Interested parties with no previous Network experience are invited to take advantage of a “trial” membership; the cost is $50 which is applied to the pro rata enrollment cost if the newcomer elects to enroll after receiving an introductory package, including the current Report.

D.    Becoming a Member

To discuss a trial or regular membership you’re invited to call George Crosby, the Network coordinator. He can be reached at

616-837-7377

If he’s not immediately available leave your name, phone number, time zone and suggested time for a return call. He’ll get back to you promptly to provide more detailed information and answer questions.

Revised January 2007