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How to Write Job Descriptions that Lead to Better Hires

JazzHR

A job description is usually one of the first things a prospective candidate reads when learning about an open position. A well-written description weeds out unqualified candidates and attracts desirable talent. ” Those kinds of short, non-descriptive skill requirements help no one. .” Give concrete examples.

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3 Ways to Ensure Transparency with Candidates in 2020

JazzHR

In 2020, don’t beat-around-the-bush about job specifics, compensation and hiring timelines. Craft specific, truthful job descriptions . Write job descriptions that honestly reflect the positions you’re looking to fill. . Candidates expect a fair and transparent recruitment process.

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How to Prevent Candidates from Ghosting You

JazzHR

In a tight job market, job seekers hold much of the power. Companies are vying for top talent with unique perks, amazing benefits and competitive compensation. In other other words, if candidates feel ignored during the hiring process, they will expect similar treatment on the job.

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How Your Business Can Narrow the Gender Wage Gap

JazzHR

Being open and transparent about the compensation offered for a role – whether its listed in the job description, or you tell candidates in the interview – is a great first step. Research market rates for roles and establish what is a fair salary for the job you’re hiring for. Be transparent about pay.

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Which 10 Outdated Hiring Practices Are You Guilty Of?

Jobvite

2: Fluffing job descriptions. Everyone loves to read an exciting job description — one that seems really enticing. The problem is, however, it may not offer a realistic job preview. This very old tactic of fluffing job descriptions is a tired one. 3: Taking too long to make a move.

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Annual Job Seeker Report: Key Findings

COATS Staffing Software

Employ, the new parent company of Jobvite, JazzHR, and NXTThing RPO, shares that “with millions of available jobs in the U.S. In 2021, the United States labor market saw huge challenges, with almost 10 million unemployed and an unemployment rate of 6.2%.

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New Data Reveals How Recruiters Can Overcome Today’s Evolving Job Market

Recruiting Daily Advisor

Employ data found that 48% of recruiters, in the past year, have had candidates turn down an interview or job offer due to a lack of flexibility or remote work options in their workplace. Tapped-out candidate pools and burnt-out recruiters have led talent teams to change hiring strategies, including removing requirements in job descriptions.

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