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How to Write Job Descriptions to Attract High Performers and Diverse Talent

Rally Recruitment Marketing

Used strategically, a job description can be much more than a list of duties and qualifications. With some small but significant changes to your template, you can use job descriptions to attract higher quality and more diverse applicants. So, what does this mean for your job descriptions?

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The Top 10 Masculine Biased Words Used in Job Descriptions (2024 Update)

Ongig

What are the top masculine biased words used in job descriptions? Knowing if you have masculine vs. feminine job descriptions is a hot topic these days. This week, I used Ongig’s Text Analyzer software (the tool for gender bias in job descriptions) to find out. Most companies want to hire more women.

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Are Your Job Descriptions to Blame for Your Attrition?

Recruiting Daily

A comprehensive job description (JD) clarifies job duties and responsibilities for the candidates and helps organizations maintain consistency within the organization. However, despite the importance of job descriptions, organizations struggle to publish a good-quality draft.

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CNBC Survey: Rewriting Job Descriptions & Job Titles are Top Talent Strategies

Ongig

A recently published CNBC Technology Executive Council (TEC) survey shows companies are at risk of a talent shortage over the next year. In the TEC survey: “44% of respondents said that finding enough qualified employees to fill open positions is the biggest risk they face over the coming year.” Rewriting job descriptions.

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The Importance of Job Descriptions for Employers

Ongig

The importance of job descriptions for employers is vital to the hiring process. It’s what job seekers can expect from joining your company when they apply. Job descriptions help you find top talent Crafting easy-to-read JDs attracts top talent. ” source: Team Blind Survey of 2,861 users 5.

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4 Tips To Eliminate Job Description Gender Bias and Improve Your Hiring

Vervoe

The benefits of gender diversity in the workplace are undeniable. Yet, an organization cannot achieve diversity if its job descriptions don’t set them up for success. Gender-biased vs. gender-neutral job descriptions. The impact of job description gender bias. Reduces workplace diversity.

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4 Ways to Attract Top Talent Through Job Descriptions

Ongig

Ensure your compensation plan is well-structured and be upfront about what it entails — starting in your job descriptions. When job seekers see a company committed to providing attractive compensation, they’re more likely to consider joining. In fact, diversity in the workplace helps bring unique perspectives and experiences.