May, 2013

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Improve Your Hiring Process: Bring Objectivity to Final Decision

ExactHire Recruiting

We’ve covered a lot in this blog series — a variety of ways to make your hiring process more efficient. At the same time, I’m very fond of pointing out to our clients that this process still ultimately boils down to people hiring people. As obvious as that sounds, it’s easy to be misled by various solutions in the talent acquisition space that seem intent on turning hiring into another algorithm.

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“I’ll Take Any Work You Give Me Except That. And That…”

Staffing Talk

'The interviewee steps tentatively into your office, hat (figuratively or literally) in hand. You offer your hand and his sweaty palms shake it a little too hard. You beckon him to sit, and he does ever-so-gingerly, as if he could break your chair if he’s not careful. His eagerness to please seems to be making him extra nervous, even jittery. (At any rate, you’re hoping that’s the only thing making him jittery!).

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The Power of Niche Job Boards

iCIMS

Think job boards are dying? Think again!

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Eight Benefits to Hiring Someone Returning From a Foreign Assignment

Hiring Thing

'In an age where businesses are competing in the global marketplace, employees are expected to deal with foreign partners, clients, suppliers and investors. Business executives are increasingly required to be global in the way they think and function.

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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. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides 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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Explosive Growth in the Corporate Training Market

Bersin

Earlier this year we launched the 2013 Corporate Learning Factbook, and the numbers are striking. US training organizations grew their spending by 12% in 2012 with similar growth rates expected in 2013. This is the highest growth rate in the last 8 years. Why the high growth? Companies realize that despite the high levels of unemployment in […].

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Improve Your Hiring Process: Communicate With Applicants

ExactHire Recruiting

How often is your recruiting department fielding unsolicited calls from applicants that are inquiring about the status of their application with your company? Too frequently? Well, its time to proactively communicate with your candidates so they don’t even feel the urge to pick up the phone or shoot off that next email inquiry. In the fourth installment of this “ Improve Your Hiring Process ” series, I talked about managing your pipeline of applicants effectively.

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Improve Your Hiring Process: Cast Wide Net for Talent by Going Social

ExactHire Recruiting

Much of what I’ve addressed in my Improve Your Hiring Process blog series to this point has been about bringing efficiency and structure to your hiring process. Not to discount that by any means, as larger groups of unqualified applicants for open positions makes this more important than ever. But, ever think about why so many unqualified applicants end up in your pool?

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Skills Gap Highlights Need for Hiring Software in Manufacturing Industry

ExactHire Recruiting

If you are in the manufacturing industry then you’ve likely had to make some critical changes to your applicant selection process over the past few years. As a whole, the industry has been surviving rather than thriving, with a skills gap caused by fewer new graduates in technical fields available to meet the needs of positions requiring technical skills.

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What if Applicants Charged You for Their Time?

ExactHire Recruiting

Recently I received an article forwarded from a friend that discussed applicants charging companies for their time during the interview process. Sounds a bit outlandish on the surface, doesn’t it? In summary, the article, “Ask The Headhunter: Should Employers Pay to Interview You?” (by Nick Corcodilos) is really about managing expectations. There are tons of questions that could be asked if this were a serious threat: What if you had to pay applicants for their time once they made it past

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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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Sloppy Jobseekers Or Thoughtless Technology?

Staffing Talk

'What I’ve learned from the media about job-seeking Millennials is pretty unflattering. Apparently, we don’t have a clue how to interview (let alone how to dress for the occasion), and we exhibit all kinds of casual, oddball behavior in professional contexts. Yet paradoxically, the internet is churning out reams of contradictory advice on how to approach the job hunt in 2013.

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Does Your Wellness Program Look Like Hatch’s? Probably Not.

Staffing Talk

'Hatch Staffing Services sees your Bike to Work Week and raises you a half marathon. Seriously. Almost a third of Hatch staffers ran a half marathon last year. So when they hopped on their bikes last Monday for National Bike to Work Week , that peculiar blend of exercise, work, and team building was quite familiar to them. (That’s not to say that it went down without a hitch … read their blog for an account of the “fallen soldier.”).

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Why I Won’t “Brand Myself”

Staffing Talk

'Nowadays, there are only two kinds of people: those who are eager to teach personal branding, and those who are eager to learn. We’re knee-deep in how-to’s which unanimously tout personal branding as a “must,” a “should,” a no-brainer. Curiously, the practice has escaped any kind of scrutiny. Of course, this is the natural byproduct of professional worlds colliding with personal spheres.

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Hiring Advice of the Day: The Equal-and-Opposite Approach

Staffing Talk

'“For every action there’s an equal and opposite re action … except in hiring.”. – Anonymous Staffing Proverb. I’ve been racking my brain for weeks trying to think of which staffer told me this sage piece of wisdom, and today I’ve officially given up … but that’s not stopping me from sharing it. It’s just too good an anecdote not to share. So, wise staffer, if you’re out there somewhere reading this and becoming enraged for not receiving credit, feel free to yell at me.

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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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Quirks & Perks At Work: What Employers Offer and Why

Staffing Talk

'We’re living in an era of quirky perks, from company climbing walls to gourmet in-house chefs. It seems everywhere you look, a high profile company is one-upping their competitor not with the number of zeroes in their salary (or even their benefits), but with perks. But what about average, small-to-mid-size companies? What exactly are they offering?

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This Recruiter Was TERRIBLE!

Staffing Talk

'I haven’t had many run-ins with recruiters and the staffing industry. Much like Kinzy, I was unaware it even existed until a few years ago. But on a few choice occasions, recruiters have contacted me as a candidate for whatever placement they need to fill. Today was one of those occasions. And, boy oh boy, was this guy AWFUL. Admittedly, one recruiter who reached out to me in the past was pretty decent.

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Misclassifying Workers: The IRS Crackdown & How to Avoid It

Staffing Talk

'With the increasing scrutiny from state and federal government agencies, worker misclassification has become quite the hot topic. It all started in 2010, when the IRS launched its Employment Tax National Research Project. They hired additional staff to audit 6,000 random employers with a focus on identifying companies that are misclassifying workers (and therefore underpaying employment taxes).

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Pope Francis on Unemployment and the “Profit” Mindset

Staffing Talk

'Let me get this out of the way right from the start. I really dig Pope Francis. From his washing the feet of women on Maundy Thursday to living in a guesthouse instead of the near-hedonistic papal suites, I find him inspiring. And his frugality and personal financial management should bring a chuckle to any staffing owner who has had to pinch pennies to make it through tough times.

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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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No Matter How Bad Things Get, Don’t Ever Mimic JCPenney

Staffing Talk

'In the rapidly changing business world, you need to evolve or die. So, naturally, change is a part of business and I’ve got news for you: not all changes will be welcomed and successful; some will fall flat on their faces while everyone you care about is watching. When that happens, how you react is of the utmost importance. Imagine it being like your pants dropped in the high school cafeteria and everyone points and laughs.

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Having Trouble Attracting Young Talent? Pay Off Their Student Loans!

Staffing Talk

'Over the last few decades we’ve seen several U.S. cities and markets doing everything they can to recruit a young and talented workforce. For “hip,” “in” places like Portland, San Francisco, Austin, and Denver/Boulder, it comes easy; but for others it’s a continual struggle. The reason? No one wants to live there. So much like a staffer trying to snag an ideal candidate for a client, they have to get creative.

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How 3 Staffers Are Adapting Their Operations For ACA

Staffing Talk

'By popular demand, Staffing Talk has been following every new development the Affordable Care Act can dish out because, as readers like you have made clear, it’s kinda a big deal to staffing. Unfortunately it’s been a little while since we’ve had an update for you, and because of that you’ve sent in a barrage of emails and comments calling for more.

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Can Yammer Eliminate Emails AND Streamline Internal Communication?

Staffing Talk

'AND Streamline Internal Communication?" src="[link] alt="Can Yammer Eliminate Emails AND Streamline Internal Communication?" width="580" height="455" />. The Deluge of Negativity Surrounding Email. Email is the new pony express. Email is a distraction. Email is for old people. These are sweeping complaints, but they have compelling nuggets of truth under the surface.

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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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Why Recruiters Should Focus On Mentoring

Staffing Talk

'Hiring isn’t just about finding talent for your company; it’s about helping ideal candidates find the best suited positions within your company. Hiring also means making sure that potential candidates or new hires come into contact with the right people to help foster their professional growth and success. For most business owners or recruiters, this translates into facilitating mentoring opportunities by being a connector point for the employee and experts.

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Creating Something From Nothing

Staffing Talk

'“If you can learn the art of making something from nothing in this world, by leveraging the resources of the universe, you will never want for anything because you can always make more.”. Those words were uttered by Dr. Rajiv Tandon, or as I call him, the Wise Man From The East. The Indian-born engineer and educator is Chairman, President & CEO of Adayana , a global organizational performance improvement provider.

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Are Low-Benefit Health Plans A Way For Some Employers To Opt Out?

Staffing Talk

'When federal officials and lawmakers drafted the Affordable Care Act legislation, the hope was that the law would enrich health care benefits. However, because they left the definition of employer-sponsored coverage somewhat vague, it is now apparently opening the door to some unexpected interpretations. The result? Limited health care plans that may be sufficient to satisfy the law, but don’t offer key benefits to workers such as hospital coverage.

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Advice to a Struggling Entrepreneur

Staffing Talk

'(This post was originally published Sept. 3, 2006, but this will always be great advice for a start-up entrepreneur.). These “advice wanted” posts appeared on Slashdot.org from user Shaper_pmp. You asked, so I’ll tell … “I’m the CEO of the company and my salary is less than $60K/year. My techs are paid hourly — sometimes, during rough periods, they get paid more than I do.

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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.