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The High Cost of Poor Hiring Decisions: Strategies for Mitigating Risk and Maximizing ROI

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Clearly define what the job actually needs One of the biggest mistakes organizations make when hiring is failing to clearly define what the job actually requires. For example, there are many job descriptions that require a college degree that don’t actually need it. A structured interview process can help.

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How to Build a Diverse Recruiting Strategy

Social Talent

Highlight diversity and inclusion values: Emphasize your company’s commitment to DEI in the job description and outline relevant policies or initiatives. Here are some suggestions for your hiring process: Use objective criteria and tools : Examples include skills tests, behavioral interviews , and blind resumes.

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How to hire (great) software engineers

Devskiller

Set your recruitment goals First and foremost, even before crafting your job description, you need to outline your recruitment goals. These can vary depending on your project, budget, company policy, etc. Establish a salary range (and include it in the job description) Setting a salary range is tricky.

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The Evolution of Recruitment: Motivation-based Hiring

Professional Alternatives

Employers must consider factors such as: Skills and experience Cultural fit Motivation and drive Work style and personality Potential for growth and development Employers should use a combination of objective and subjective criteria to evaluate candidates, including standardized tests, behavioral interviews, and reference checks.

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Diversity Hiring: How to Hire Diverse Candidates in 2024

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Inclusive companies develop policies and processes that contribute to cultivating diverse teams. They may have the required skills and suit the organizational culture, but without the right recruitment metrics and policies in place, a “diversity hire” usually happens more by accident than design.

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How to Assess Attention to Detail in Job Applicants

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In fact, it is one of the most cited candidate qualities in job descriptions, regardless of industry or seniority. Skills assessments and take-home projects that focus on verifying skills outlined in the job description can also offer major insights. Why is attention to detail important? How did you correct the mistakes?

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Worth the (Calculated) Risk: Hiring Executives from Nontraditional Career Paths

Brazen Recruiting

New technology, changing governmental policies, and shifting global markets are forcing industries to adapt at a rapid pace. For example, job descriptions should focus on success factors over specific skills. Also, examine your interview questions and consider “deep dive” behavioral interviews.

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