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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.
As an employer, your interest is in finding a reliable and dedicated team, which may include impaired persons. However, before proceeding, you want to know whether they can keep up with the workload and work efficiently or effectively, as well as the legal obligations to adding them to your team. While doing all this, you […]
Halloween was full of fright and ghost stories, but there’s a different kind of ghosting that has employers and recruiters scared these days. In today’s competitive job market, the tables have turned in the recruitment process. With a record 33 consecutive months of job growth, it’s not just employers that are critically evaluating potential hires—talent […]
Global worktech company Eptura has released its Q3 Workplace Index, which analyzes building use, asset data, and behavioral insights to provide a comprehensive view of the rapidly changing modern workplace. The report revealed office occupancy is top of mind for many CEOs: 74% of operational leaders are reporting to their CEOs on occupancy metrics at least […]
Gen Zs are entering a very different workforce than previous generations. Technology and the emergence of remote and hybrid work continue to reshape how teams operate, while Gen Z employees bring a new set of skills, needs, and expectations to the table. In this quickly evolving landscape, it’s become clear the old way of onboarding […]
The business world is ever-changing, and internal communication has always been a cornerstone of effectively managing that change. But the significance of effective communication has been magnified post-pandemic as employers and employees navigate the return to the office. Poor or insufficient communication can swiftly escalate to increased turnover, particularly when transparency is perceived as lacking. […]
When someone’s on the hunt for a job and considering one of the open positions at your company, one of the first things they’re going to do is look at the job requirements. That makes sense—why waste time on something they know they won’t get hired for? If someone feels unqualified for an open position, […]
Job scams aren’t a new phenomenon, but in an increasingly digital job market, the scams have become more sophisticated. In a challenging job market, especially in industries where job opportunities are scarce, scam artists target those desperate for work, promising high wages and job security. For business owners, it’s critical to follow recruitment best practices […]
In an era marked by ceaseless transformation and relentless competition, the bedrock of an organization’s triumph lies not only in its visionary leadership or groundbreaking innovations but also in the caliber of its workforce. The process of identifying, nurturing, and integrating top talent has never been more critical. As the business landscape continually reshapes itself, […]
In previous posts, we’ve been discussing degree inflation and how it has led many organizations to routinely require levels of education that aren’t really needed for success in the job. Lately, however, there’s been a notable shift in the wind. Several major employers and governments are rethinking the necessity of college degrees for myriad positions. […]
Susan’s two friends Meg and Alex have embarked on new job journeys, but their experiences couldn’t be more different. Meg is facing a challenging start, expressing her dissatisfaction with a rough onboarding process and a lack of connection to the company. On the other hand, Alex is thriving in her new role, enthusiastically describing a […]