October, 2014

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10 everyday phrases that basically mean “Get **d”

Greg Savage

'We use them, and hear them, all the time. Politely worded little sentences that in fact contain a very clear message. And that message is often highly aggressive, or at best dismissive and derisory. Often, the words are themselves pedantically polite, but the tone, and the intent are most definitely the opposite. Here are 10 […].

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A Clear View of the Talent Lifecycle: Recruiting and Tools [Part 2]

ClearCompany Recruiting

'In part one we covered talent forecasting and the employer brand , along with the tools to support both. The final piece of the recruiting puzzle, is crafting a positive and lasting candidate experience. Any recruiter’s tool of choice in this endeavor is going to be a strong ATS.

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LinkedIn Recruiter Search Result Discrepancies Explored

Boolean Black Belt

'LinkedIn search results can be different across free and premium accounts, including Recruiter. Irina posted an interesting piece on discrepancies in search results between LinkedIn Recruiter and a free LinkedIn account which prompted me to do a little digging as I don’t think I’ve ever come across materially different results in actual use.

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Don’t Talk To Me About Recruitment Algorithms

The Whiteboard

'The word “algorithm” still makes me shudder, even 25 years on from when I reached my limit in the mathematics field. I’ve always found basic maths pretty easy and managed to complete GCSE Maths (UK version of NCEA level 1…I think…) in a year rather than the usual two, getting a grade A to boot. Problem was this didn’t mean scoring an extra free couple of hours each week to slope off into town instead, oh no.

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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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Email Your Network to Find Applicants — Avoid This Mistake

ExactHire Recruiting

Referrals that come from your network are likely the most reliable and best-suited for your needs.* *There is always an asterisk, isn’t there? If you are selective about who you request referrals from, their recommendation can be well-suited for your needs. This applies to appliances, restaurants, and yes, even applicants. Let’s focus in on recommendations for applicants.

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My career. Multiple screw-ups, and ONE thing I got right.

Greg Savage

'I have had some major highs in a career that is now deep into its 4th decade. Lots of hard work, lots of luck, and plenty of great people, have helped me to some success, which has been fun and lucrative. And I am proud of many milestones along the way, possibly capped by the […].

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Why Your Career Site Isn’t Working

Glassdoor for Employers

'You know the phrase, “It’s not you. It’s me?” Well it may be time to keep this in mind if you find your employer brand has low awareness or you’re not getting the candidate pipeline you hoped. I know, not exactly what you wanted to hear. The good news is that 89% of job seekers say they find the employer perspective important when researching jobs and companies, according to a new survey out from Glassdoor today.

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3 Great Recruiting Blog Posts

NPA Worldwide

'For today’s post, I would like to share three recruiting blog posts that. Let’s Be More Human – Maureen Sharib, owner of TechTrak (and a past paid speaker for NPAworldwide) blogged on ERE.net about the importance of human interaction and communication and [gulp] using the PHONE. Everyone is overwhelmed with email. Candidates are ‘signing out’ of LinkedIn to avoid the constant barrage of InMail from random, unknown recruiters.

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Candidate Sourcing is Nothing Without Engagement

The Whiteboard

'I was recently sent an email from a contact in the Australian recruitment sector that I think raises some interesting questions about the value of true sourcing activities. It also takes a dig at “rec-to-recs” such as my own company, which is another matter but one I obviously need to address too. Did anyone in NZ get this email with the title Are you struggling to find good recruiters?

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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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Using Visuals To Make Your Vacancies Stand Out From The Crowd

Web Based Recruitment

'Mobile & Video Recruitment & EventsE Mobile Recruitment. Free Mobile Recruitment Guide. Video Recruitment. Training Courses. Mobile Recruitment Video Training Course. Recruitment Events. We Can Help you. Contact Us. About Us. Press & Media. Blog. Using Visuals To Make Your Vacancies Stand Out From The Crowd. October 30, 2014 By Mike Taylor Leave a Comment.

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26 Crazily Creative Recruitment Ads You Need to See

Social Talent

'Visual job descriptions are a very powerful way of engaging candidates and really advertising your job (something we spoke about last week ). Not only that, but visually pleasing job ads make your recruitment efforts stand out from the crowd and make them more memorable – two aspects that are almost guaranteed to ensure you lure the perfect candidate to your company and away from everyone else’s.

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Sourcing difficulty for key locations based on market conditions

Allegis Global Solutions

'In the latest round of Local Market Analyses released by the Allegis Global Solutions (AGS) Market Analytics team, findings show that 48% of AGS key client markets are likely to face imminent sourcing difficulty in filling positions and another 26% of markets could be facing similar problems in the near future.

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5 Reasons You Should Care About Recruiting Veterans

Glassdoor for Employers

'“There are certain character traits many veterans possess, such as perseverance, discipline, stamina, ability to follow orders/instructions, leadership qualities and ability to work on a team. Of course these qualities can vary from person to person but are essentially the core strengths of every Veteran. ” — Michael Moroney, SPC, United States Army Reserve.

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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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End of Year Motivation For Recruiters

NPA Worldwide

'Every independent recruiter or entrepreneur has had one of those days, weeks, or even months where the road to success can be full of bumps and dead ends, and ultimately seem like a lonely game. Especially here, where the end of the year is coming close, and holiday gatherings with family and friends will start taking you away from work, and it may seem easy to write off time, thinking that you will regain momentum next year.

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Silly Season for Recruitment Conferences

The Whiteboard

'We appear to be heading towards recruitment conference and meet up season here in New Zealand. As the sun starts to poke it’s head out again, so too are our industry’s recruitment event organisers. There’s plenty to choose from. Some of you will have already bought tickets (or had them bought for you). Some will scoff with scorn and derision at the exploitative events raking over the same old ground.

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The 5 Be All End All Interview Questions for Entry Level Jobs

SmartRecruiters

'Entry level jobs can be especially tricky to recruit for. Unlike recruiting for roles that have a more seasoned candidate base, hiring managers often have to read between the lines and determine if a candidate will be successful based off limited work experience and how the candidate presents themselves in the interview process. Because of this, knowing what to ask the candidate during the interview is integral to a successful hire.

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3 Lessons Every Job Seeker Can Learn from the World’s Oldest CV

Social Talent

'You are looking at a picture of the world’s first targeted CV. It’s 532 year’s old and, like a whole bunch of other very important stuff including the helicopter, the parachute, and scuba gear, it was invented by Leonardo Da Vinci. Uh huh, he was the very first person to put pen to paper and scribble down his skills and experience in order to convince an employer to hire him.

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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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Artificial intelligence could start revamping the Australian workforce

Allegis Global Solutions

'Artificial intelligence could start revamping the Australian workforce. Allegis Global Solutions'' Asia Pacific chief innovation officer, Simon Townsend, explains what this pilot program means for the future.

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How Much It Costs To Post A Job Online

Glassdoor for Employers

'The following blog post was updated on October 9, 2014. Looking to post a job online quickly without having to deal with the hassle of talking with a salesperson or the commitment of a contract? Posting your jobs instantly online with a credit card for 30 or 60 days might be the best place to start. To help, we’ve gathered a breakdown of the most popular job posting sites and the cost of posting a job right now.

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Make Split Placements Part of Your Recruiting Business

NPA Worldwide

'It’s the time of year when entrepreneurs are developing next year’s budget for their recruiting business. If you are the owner of an independent recruiting agency, you should seriously consider adding split placements as part of your business mix next year. Split placements, where two recruiters from different agencies share the client’s fee, can be an effective way to more effectively serve your clients and candidates.

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Recruiters and Their Social Media Fails

The Whiteboard

'Like many of you recruiters out there, things are pretty busy for me right now. Which is great. Hiring intentions are up, stress levels rising accordingly, and there aren’t enough hours in the day. Add to that the couple of events we hosted last week for our vRPO recruiters and the quarterly #RicePowWow and I think I have a fair enough excuse… Excuse for what?

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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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Don’t Be Afraid to Grill Hiring Managers. Chances Are, They’re Hoping You Will.

SmartRecruiters

'This column originally appeared on Inc.com. Here are the 8 questions every candidate should ask during job interviews. Photo Credit flickr David Silverman. Earlier this month, I was interviewing a prospective designer for my company. The candidate asked, “Who does wireframing for your app, the product team or design team?”. A simple question. But it kicked off a great discussion about our processes and how he could contribute to the team.

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Why Your Résumé Should Resemble a Burger (Infographic)

Social Talent

'This certainly isn’t the first time food has thought us a thing or two about recruitment ! After all, dinner menus can teach us more than a thing or two about job advertising. So why shouldn’t a job seeker’s résumé resemble a burger?! Fresh ingredients, ideal proportions and careful preparation are key when creating a mouthwatering burger, and the same goes for producing a CV so delicious a recruiter can’t resist: Source: www.careerfaqs.com.au.

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Workers’ Unbelievable Excuses for Calling in Sick: “I Had a Lucky Night”

CareerBuilder

'I’ve had my share of mishaps while getting ready to go to work in the morning — many of them due to my own klutziness. I’ve spilled hot coffee on items hot coffee should never go near; I’ve fallen multiple times on icy Chicago sidewalks en route to the train (and ripped my clothes as a result); I’ve gotten stalled and stuck in weird situations when I should really be walking out the door.

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Glassdoor Product Release 10.28: Latest Features

Glassdoor for Employers

'Every two weeks, I’ll be bringing you product release updates to keep you posted on all the new product goodness Glassdoor is working on. Today’s release is a big win for those looking for actionable insights from review and interview content. Release Highlights: NEW Interview Filters & Analytics – Filter interview feedback and analytics by candidate difficulty rating, interview experience, recruitment score and offer acceptance.

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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.