January, 2015

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Calling a candidate to tell them there is no news IS news to the candidate.

Greg Savage

'I placed this status update on LinkedIn the other day. ‘Calling a candidate back to tell them there is no news IS news to the candidate.’ The response I got will shock you. Or, maybe it won’t.

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Insights from LinkedIn’s 2015 Global Recruiting Survey

Boolean Black Belt

'Job boards vs. social media: What’s the most significant source of hire for companies globally? LinkedIn recently surveyed over 4,000 talent acquisition leaders in 31 countries, gaining insights into source of hire, quality of hire, quantity of hire, talent brand, the future of recruiting and more, so if you haven’t already downloaded and reviewed LinkedIn’s 2015 Global Recruiting Trends e-book, I highly recommend you do so by clicking here.

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Skin in the Game: Recruiters and Tattoos

The Whiteboard

'Am I soon to be the last remaining recruiter left without a tattoo? With conversation in our own office around Sean Walters’ upcoming sleeve tattoo opus joined this morning by news that internal recruiting maverick Mark Sumner is getting himself inked soon too, it’s starting to feel that way. When I started in recruitment at Hays it seemed to me that recruiters were a pretty formal, corporate and conservative bunch.

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12 Quirky Ways to Build Company Culture

ExactHire Recruiting

One of the most powerful employee woo-ing tactics a company can use is maintaining a unique and rewarding organizational culture. Everyone loves a good story, and as brands compete to stand out from the landslide of content that is posted everyday, traditional storytelling has once again become one of the more effective techniques for converting prospects into customers and engaging job seekers to apply for jobs.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. We can help you meet that challenge head-on. Through proprietary data and analytics, Gallagher Drive® offers the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.

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10 Step Guide: How to Attract Recruiters on LinkedIn (Infographic)

Social Talent

'Job seekers! It’s a new year, and that means it’s a new you. Forget 2014! It’s literally history! It’s time to get back on that horse and back into the job hunt game. This is your time! And in order to help you on your way to career-finding success, we’ve got quite the treat for you. This is your go-to guide for attracting recruiters on LinkedIn, including practical information on what elements you should definitely include on your profile, how to word your title a

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Terrifying recruitment stories. In 6 words!

Greg Savage

'I can tell you a story about recruitment that will make you shiver. Make you recoil in horror. And I can do it in six words. Here are 20 such horror stories to get you screaming, blocking your ears, and running for the exit. ‘I will call you back. Promise’ ‘Can I just think about […].

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5 Simple Steps To Create Your Own Recruiting & Job Videos

Web Based Recruitment

'Mobile, Video & Online Recruitment Marketing Experts Job & Recruitment Videos. Video Recruitment Marketing. Candidate ATM. Training Courses. Mobile Recruitment Video Training Course. Recruitment Events. Contact Us. About Us. Press & Media. Blog. 5 Simple Steps To Create Your Own Recruiting & Job Videos. January 28, 2015 By Mike Taylor Leave a Comment In a candidate-led market companies can no longer just rely on their reputation or brand to attract job seekers.

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What 2015 Has in Store for New Zealand Recruitment*

The Whiteboard

'Today is the first day of 2015 that I’ve managed to bring myself to wear shoes. It’s not that I’ve decided to kick 2015 off by plunging into previously uncharted depths of unprofessionalism (we have Sean Walters for that), more that now I’m entering my tenth year living in New Zealand I think I’ve got pretty used to these long summer breaks and slow start to the new recruiting year.

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Speaking With Passion – Job Seekers Can Learn From The Seattle Seahawks

ExactHire Recruiting

Well, the Super Bowl matchup is set. And although my hometown team took quite the proverbial…uh…kick in the face (is that a proverb?), I believe the two best teams from the 2014 season are headed to Phoenix. I’m still trying to purge the Colts-Patriots game from my memory and extract foot from mouth. The Packers-Seahawks game was obviously the best matchup of the two.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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How to: Prepare and Conduct the Perfect Job Interview

Social Talent

'You’ve trawled through hundreds of potential candidates, you’ve used your sourcing skills to find a great candidate shortlist and the only thing between you and placing the perfect candidate in the open position you have, is “The Job Interview” And there lies the problem for many recruiters and hiring managers – the interview process.

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The Importance of a Transparent Workplace

Glassdoor for Employers

'When an organization is more transparent with their employees they tend to be more successful. This type of environment leaves employees feeling valued. They are encouraged to be creative and share their input. Transparency fosters a type of comfort that allows employees to communicate effectively and thus progress. Successful employees lead to a successful organization.

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If you care about success and profit in recruitment, read this…

Greg Savage

'600 recruiters are already signed up for this event. We expect that number to climb to 800. That is a phenomenal level of interest, witness to the fact that many in our industry are determined to thrive in a challenging new environment. The Early Bird discount closes this week, 23rd January Please don’t miss out […].

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Recruit Like Dave [VIDEO]

Spark Hire

'If you work in the staffing and recruiting industry, you know how competitive the culture can be. Fierce. In Spark Hire’s new video “Recruit Like Dave,” we illustrate how Spark Hire’s video interviewing platform can help staffing and recruiting professionals beat the competition to achieve greatness. “Recruit Like Dave” is a character-driven David and Goliath comedy about a high-powered boss, his know-it-all assistant, and a neglected recruiter, Dave Johnson.

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Protect Your Business: Tackle the Future of I-9 Fraud with Expert Strategies

Speaker: Speakers

Is your business ready for the future of document fraud? AI advancements have made forgery easier, increasing risks for employers. With 85% of identity fraud last year linked to impersonation, proactive compliance is essential. Join WorkBright’s webinar on October 8 to equip yourself with crucial insights for protecting your business from fraudulent I-9 documents, including: Understanding Risks: Learn about new fraud tactics impacting your business.

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The Dummy’s Guide to Importing Overseas Recruiters

The Whiteboard

'The NRL pre-season curtain raiser that is the Auckland Nines kicks off this weekend and a packed out Eden Park will bear witness to some dazzling rugby league skills in the kiwi sunshine (we hope). For those of you uninitiated in this popular new event that is only in its second year, here is a dummy’s guide (yeah I’ve linked to an Aussie website but for some reason they do “dummy’s guides” really well…).

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Don’t Hire A Liar – Reference Check Tips

ExactHire Recruiting

Have you ever looked at a resume and wondered if it was too good to be true? Unfortunately, sometimes that is a legitimate question. Honesty is always the best policy. This not only applies to personal life, but to professional life as well. Recruiters have limited time to review resumes, so applicants need to convey positive attributes and display themselves in the best light possible on that piece of paper; however, lying–or even exaggerating–is unacceptable.

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Résumé Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts for a Modern CV (Infographic)

Social Talent

'Writing a résumé can be a tricky process, but writing a show-stopping résumé is even trickier! What skills should you include? What examples of your experience should you use? Should you make your résumé one page or two? How should you lay it out? What font should you use? There are a lot of things to think about! Below is a list of the “Do’s and Don’ts” for a modern résumé.

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Job Candidates Are Going Mobile: Are You?

Glassdoor for Employers

'If you want your small business to stand a chance of attracting the best and brightest employees, you need to understand “Gen Mobile.” And no—that’s not another name for Millennials. Gen Mobile employees can be any age; they’re defined by their preferences for using mobile devices at work and for being able to work anywhere (not just in an office).

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Navigating Assessments: Choosing the Right Fit for Your Organization

Speaker: Dr. Craig Ellis, Head of I-O Psychology, HighMatch

Are you struggling to make sense of the pre-employment assessment space? In this live webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, a leading Industrial-Organizational (I-O) psychologist, will guide you through a practical and objective framework to identify and implement the assessments that best address your organization’s unique hiring needs.

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Only 2 Weeks Until Mobile Recruitment Awards Entries Close

Web Based Recruitment

'Mobile, Video & Online Recruitment Marketing Experts Job & Recruitment Videos. Video Recruitment Marketing. Candidate ATM. Training Courses. Mobile Recruitment Video Training Course. Recruitment Events. Contact Us. About Us. Press & Media. Blog. Only 2 Weeks Until Mobile Recruitment Awards Entries Close. January 27, 2015 By Mike Taylor Leave a Comment There are now only two weeks to go until entries for the 2015 Mobile Recruitment Awards close on the 10th February 2015.

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Let’s Get Virtual: Video Interviews vs. Video Chat #INFOGRAPHIC

Spark Hire

'Let’s be honest. Video chat platforms are GREAT for keeping in touch with family and friends, but are these types of platforms effective for finding potential hires? Hiring professionals know the value of great talent, but what is the most effective way to find perfect candidates? While phone interviews and video chats help you connect in real-time, video interviews, both one-way and live, offer a recording that you can come back to whenever and re-watch them as often as you want.

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8 Reasons to Attend Recruitment Conferences

NPA Worldwide

'I’m excited because just six weeks from today, members of NPAworldwide and NBN will convene for our 2015 Global Conference. This annual event brings together our members from all over the world for two days of networking, training, and trading group breakout sessions. It’s a whirlwind of noise and activity. I love how excited our members are to see old friends and make new ones.

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Colts Vs. Patriots–Background Check

ExactHire Recruiting

Big game in Foxborough this weekend. And while the matchup features two teams–106 men total–much of the discussion is around just two: Andrew Luck and Tom Brady. These two quarterbacks differ in many ways, most obviously their age: Brady is 37 (frequently the age when an elite QB’s production drops off) and Luck is 25 (frequently the age when elite QBs start earning the title “elite”).

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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How to: Link Directly to Specific Sections of Your LinkedIn Profile

Social Talent

'We’re always trying to come up with new ways for recruiters and job seekers alike to improve their LinkedIn profiles in order to find each other. Heck, we even wrote a whitepaper entitled “ How to: Create an All-Star LinkedIn Profile ” which is a pretty nifty guide for recruiters as well as job seekers, if we don’t say so ourselves!

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PODCAST: How Employer Branding Impacts Your Recruiting

Glassdoor for Employers

'When SkilledUp reached out to me to do my first podcast on how employer branding impacts your recruiting, I pounced at the opportunity to discuss a topic I was so passionate about. The company you work for has a huge impact on your future as a professional, and many people would say, your overall happiness. From another point of view, in an upward-trending job market, especially in the technology space, a company must do whatever they can to attract the top talent.

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Strong Interest In The 2015 Mobile Recruitment Awards

Web Based Recruitment

'Mobile, Video & Online Recruitment Marketing Experts Job & Recruitment Videos. Video Recruitment Marketing. Candidate ATM. Mobile Recruitment. Free Mobile Recruitment Guide. Training Courses. Mobile Recruitment Video Training Course. Recruitment Events. Contact Us. About Us. Press & Media. Blog. Strong Interest In The 2015 Mobile Recruitment Awards.

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Should You “Hangout” with Candidates Before You Hire?

Spark Hire

'It’s time for a battle of video technology: Google Hangouts versus video interview platforms. Which should you use to connect with potential candidates? Both Hangouts and video interviews are good for connecting with candidates. Both allow you to do it remotely, which is convenient for employers interviewing multiple candidates or long-distance candidates.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.