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Recruiting is changing at a rapid pace. Some organizations are abandoning traditional methods for social media; some think software can do a better job than people.
If you’re thinking about taking your recruiting efforts global, you’re not alone. A growing number of employers are expanding their talent acquisition strategies beyond U.S. borders. However, while there are compelling business reasons to do so, it’s far more complex than recruiting domestically.
With unemployment at lows not seen in years, employers are struggling to find enough candidates for any given vacancy. There are a lot of ways to branch out in the hiring process, including expanding geographic scope, offering remote options, considering those with a criminal history, and more. One avenue more employers are exploring is hiring […]
It’s no secret that we’re currently in a tight labor market. Our country’s unemployment rate is hovering near a 10-year low at 3.7%, and we continue to see job growth in nearly every industry every month. As Millennials become the largest generation in the labor market and more seasoned workers continue to retire, HR departments […]
Everyone talks about how to improve employee retention rates and reduce turnover, especially in this low unemployment environment. After all, we all know how time-consuming and expensive it is to replace employees when they leave. We know how much more efficient it is to keep good employees in place rather than having to constantly be […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is great for getting tedious, mundane tasks off your plate, but could voice-activated AI platforms—like Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant—help you find that purple squirrel?
As more American workers take to the gig economy to supplement their income, many recruiters are coming out in favor of side gigs, saying the skills and experiences learned through this extra work are a great boost for candidates’ résumés.
In the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) September job’s report, manufacturers across the country have reported that they cut roughly 2,000 jobs last month, which is causing some to ring the alarm bells.
A new method for building a workforce has been getting attention lately, and it’s a philosophy that turns conventional wisdom about hiring on its head.
Social media is a great way to connect with jobseekers and build your talent pipelines, but could one networking site completely transform your recruiting strategies?
A diverse workforce is a “must have” if you want your business to succeed. Hiring diverse talent is a great way to share unique experiences, drive innovation, and recruit other diverse workers. As the population becomes more diverse, it makes sense that the workforce should represent this diversity as well. Yet, many employers are missing […]