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Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in the UK Manufacturing Industry

Recruitics

The UK manufacturing sector is diverse, including important subsectors like aerospace, automotive, chemical and pharmaceutical, defence, electronics, energy, food and drink, plastics, security, steel, and textiles. UK Government figures show that this sector comprises 9.2% of the entire UK economic output, and 8.1%

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Exploring the Different Types of Trucking Jobs and Specialties

Recruiting Blogs

Tanker Trucking: Tanker truck drivers transport liquids such as gasoline, chemicals, or milk. Traits of a Successful LTL Driver This role is suitable for individuals who enjoy a structured routine but appreciate diverse daily tasks. Proper cargo-securing techniques are vital in this role.

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From Chemical Engineer to Coding Bootcamp Grad to Software Engineer

PowerToFly

Claire Johnson, a self-proclaimed chemistry nerd who landed a chemical engineering job straight out of college, certainly hadn't… that is, until she took her first programming class online at Stanford. We're making space for more diverse viewpoints. Have you ever dreamed of pivoting into the world of software engineering?

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Going Beyond Race and Gender to Create a More Equitable, Inclusive Culture, with Johnny Campbell

Social Talent

Empathy Is the Bedrock A lot of this work is challenging in situations where an organization does not have a very diverse workforce, Johnny pointed out. Good storytelling releases a chemical in the body that renders a person more likely to feel empathy and understanding for somebody else, he said. This is where empathy comes in. “

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Me! Before hireEZ: Sarah Fung, Former Structural Engineer Reinvents Herself

Hiretual

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Diversity Analysis. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Diversity Analysis. Like many college students finding their way, Sarah quickly realized that her initial Chemical Engineering major wasn’t for her. Engagement. Rediscovery. Integration. Collaboration. EZ Sourcing.

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How to Assess Cognitive Thinking to Hire Exceptional Candidates

Vervoe

Biologically, cognition stems from your brain’s ability to pass information as electric and chemical signals through neurons. In an organization, this will enable people to solve the same problem with unique approaches, allowing for workplace diversity. This allows it to process and react to different scenarios in different ways.

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Strategic Recruitment Using Social Media: Eclectic Hitchhikers & Epic Hires

Converticulture Recruiting

The diversity of approaches to business – management styles, product and service offerings, corporate citizenship and philanthropic priorities – that define the landscape of possibility today all mean it’s harder than ever for companies seeking a specific sort of talent and talent seeking a specific sort of opportunity to find one another.