Workable

MARCH 20, 2019

When you see a candidate include hobbies in a resume, your first thought as a recruiter or hiring manager might be: “That’s cute, but a waste of space.” But don’t jump to conclusions just yet: if a candidate knows how to craft their resume, interests aren’t an afterthought nor should you consider them to be. A candidate’s ability to create a narrative around their interests can boost their candidacy and help you hire a top applicant.

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Glassdoor for Employers

MARCH 1, 2019

This month, Sandra B. McCartt , President-Executive Recruiter, Professional Search, Inc., International, guides us through her nitty-gritty interview questions. Getting to know what makes a candidate tick on a daily basis, according to McCartt, underpins the value of these queries. Additionally, through this deeper probing, a recruiter can clarify the essence of a candidate; i.e., whether they have attributes of a long-term employee. 1.

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Greg Savage

MARCH 11, 2019

It is obvious, but much of what defines a good leader is their communication style. What you say. How you say it. When you say it. And also, importantly, what you do not say. I have made all these mistakes myself, and sum up my learning for you in what I egotistically like to call, […].

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Rally Recruitment Marketing

MARCH 24, 2019

Talent attraction is one of the biggest areas where we focus our time and resources. Job advertising, employer branding, careers sites, social media, recruiting events—there’s a never-ending amount of Recruitment Marketing initiatives that we’re juggling. But let me put you on the spot: How much effort do you invest into talent engagement? When I say talent engagement, I’m not speaking about employee engagement, although we need that in order to entice new employees to join our company.

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ClearCompany Recruiting

MARCH 25, 2019

Constructive feedback is vital to an employee’s ongoing development. A Players and underperformers alike need timely, specific, and helpful feedback to reach their full potential. Positive feedback helps build confidence, while constructive criticism clarifies expectations and allows people to learn from their mistakes. 96% of employees said that receiving feedback regularly is a good thing.

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ApplicantPro

MARCH 25, 2019

As I've worked with numerous companies over the years, I've learned that the approach I take to problem solving is different than most. While my out of the box method of thinking sometimes seems a little out there, I assure you there is a method to my madness. Today I want to share with you the 3-step technique I use to approach problem solving when it comes to your hiring process.

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Social Talent

MARCH 14, 2019

This post originally appeared on the Direct Employers Association blog. . Despite a desire to build a diverse workforce and a willingness to help, accommodation requests can often be an uncomfortable work situation to address. What are the grounds for a valid request? If it is determined that one is not needed, how does one have that conversation? The potential pitfalls are innumerable.

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Greg Savage

MARCH 25, 2019

A recruiter with 12 open orders does not spend one-twelfth of her time on each order. We understand that, right? The truth is that not all job orders are created equal — some are far more ‘fillable’ than others. Many are not even real, approval to hire has not been given, are in competition with […].

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Katrina Kibben

MARCH 26, 2019

Manels are panels made up entirely of men, usually white dudes. I'm tired of them. The post The #Manel Manifesto appeared first on Katrina Kibben.

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ClearCompany Recruiting

MARCH 29, 2019

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Lever

MARCH 29, 2019

Top-tier talent is in high demand, and rarely on the market for very long. If you move too slowly, your top candidates may be scooped up by the competition and you’ll have to start from square one. So what are ways to ensure you nurture the very best candidates and don’t lose anytime during the process? Service level agreements amongst teams can help.

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Spark Hire

MARCH 14, 2019

With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, let’s talk about luck. In the recruiting industry, skill is absolutely essential but you have to admit, it doesn’t hurt to be lucky. All in all, it is a lucky time to be a recruiter. Current trends and technology make it easier to find great talent quickly and effectively. We talked to four experts about what’s making them feel lucky when recruiting right now.

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Social Talent

MARCH 20, 2019

So you’ve identified the roles that your business will need you to fill in the future, and you’ve got buy-in from your hiring managers about what good looks like for each of those roles. Now it’s time to put into practice the strategies you’ll need to find these people, or better yet, have them find you. And once you’ve connected with them, keeping the relationship warm until it’s time to close.

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Greg Savage

MARCH 18, 2019

Here’s the next “Sixty Savage Seconds” from The Savage Truth A one minute video of the best ideas, tips and tactics for recruiters… sixty seconds to make you think. This Sixty Savage Seconds is titled ’10 signs your ‘client’ does not take you seriously’ Let me know what you think! View here. .

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Katrina Kibben

MARCH 19, 2019

I didn't follow any of my own advice when hiring. This is what happened next, and what I learned. The post Hiring Lessons From An Expert Who Knows Nothing appeared first on Katrina Kibben.

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Survale

MARCH 11, 2019

In our latest recruiting feedback case study , Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) demonstrates that asking the right questions at the right time can dramatically affect overall recruiting effectiveness AND uncover powerful connections between recruiting and revenue generation. With highly regarded brands like Kona Island Brewing, Widmer Brothers, Redhook and more, Craft Brew Alliance is headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

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Lever

MARCH 6, 2019

In a world where you can order anything you want online in just a few clicks, get personalized recommendations from your streaming services, and see ads in your social feeds tailored to your interests, a disjointed candidate experience is a surefire way to make a bad impression.

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

Is the term “culture” just a buzzword tossed around at your organization, or have you delved into the core values and behaviors that truly define a good fit for your company? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, will share a proven framework to identify the essential traits that contribute to a seamless fit within your unique culture, not just in your current successful employees but also in prospective candidates.

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Indeed

MARCH 28, 2019

It finally happened: You met your dream candidate for that open position. From the first call, you felt a connection. After the interview, everyone agreed they were a perfect fit. You couldn’t wait to make it official and offer them the job. But then, out of nowhere, they stopped responding to your calls and emails. Did you misread the signals? Nope — you’ve been ghosted.

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Social Talent

MARCH 28, 2019

This post originally appeared on the Direct Employers Association blog. . As any company knows, recruiters are a vital part of the business. Often, they are the first impression a job seeker or candidate has of your company when inquiring about employment, or beginning the application process. But, first impressions aren’t the only big gig on their plate…they also play an integral role in OFCCP compliance if their company is a federal Government contractor.

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Glassdoor for Employers

MARCH 14, 2019

As you grow your small business , you may need more people on your team to help you achieve your goals. The employees you hire set the foundation for your company’s success, noted Joanne Markow, founding partner of Boston-based career coaching organization GreenMason. “Your hires are your connection between you, your customers, your brand, your livelihood and your legacy,” Markow said.

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Katrina Kibben

MARCH 5, 2019

Advice for bringing kindness to the candidate experience with better communication. The post 7 Ways To Bring Kindness To Candidate Experience appeared first on Katrina Kibben.

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Speaker: Danielle Johnson - Director of HR, Compliance & DEI in AI tech at Impact Observatory

Making accessibility accessible for organizations of all sizes may seem complex, but it doesn’t have to be. Prepare to broaden your understanding of Disability, Cultural Competency, and Inclusion with this insightful webinar. We’ll explore disability as a vibrant culture, understand the nuances of reasonable accommodations under the ADA, and navigate the complexities of undue hardship while challenging the status quo of accessibility practices.

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Survale

MARCH 5, 2019

Survale retail clients can now offer free or discount goods or services to incent feedback, boost employer brand and generate revenue from hiring. SAN FRANCISCO, CA – March 12, 2019 – Leading Workforce Feedback and Analytics Platform, Survale, announces the launch of SurvaleRewards. This new feature enables clients to thank candidates, increase response rates, boost employer brand and generate revenue from feedback efforts.

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SmartRecruiters

MARCH 21, 2019

Even if you live under a rock, in the middle of a dense forest, surrounded by a desert wasteland, you still know that recruiting is now a mobile game. The average person will spend over four hours on their devices each day. If you assume the recommended eight hours of sleep, this means that 25 percent of a peron’s waking day is spent on a mobile device.

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Indeed

MARCH 14, 2019

Which sounds more like your perfect job: managing a construction team, or analyzing high-volume data sets? Everyone will have a unique answer. However you define it, two factors are universally important: there need to be open positions, and they need to have appealing salaries. Job seekers can focus their efforts by knowing which industries and job titles offer the most opportunities and the highest pay.

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Social Talent

MARCH 12, 2019

For marketers (like the one writing this blog), it can be hard to let go of the company branding and messaging, to open it up to collaboration, but as businesses change and transform, employer branding has expanded it’s role to the entire business. One of the most note-able collaborations is between the marketing team and in-house recruiters / hiring managers.

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Glassdoor for Employers

MARCH 18, 2019

Building a great company culture is hard — but maintaining that culture over the years, all the while undergoing hypergrowth, is even harder. Growing quickly often comes at the cost of losing what made your organization so great in the first place, leaving longtime employees pining for “the good old days.” But every once in a while, a company captures lightning in a bottle and gets it right.

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SmartSearch

MARCH 14, 2019

Still think chatbots are creepy and impersonal? It’s time to shift your mindset. Mobile technology has taken over the staffing and recruiting landscape. Instantaneous, global exchange of information is now the norm. Job seekers’ and employers’ expectations for real-time service are rising. People want on-the-go, 24/7 service across communication channels.

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Survale

MARCH 20, 2019

According to Jobvite, 33% of organizations they surveyed have received negative reviews based on interactions that occur during the recruiting process. Further, the Jobvite study reveals that 75% of organizations they surveyed report that glassdoor can at least somewhat help them hire, as long as the reviews are positive. In other words, it pays when organizations recruit to avoid negative glassdoor reviews.

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