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5 easy ways to maximise your learning today

Social Talent

New skills are great – it’s just the diligence, time and patience to learn them that often holds us back. Right? Wrong. What if we told you that it’s actually less about what you learn, and more about how you learn. Here are five tips to help you maximise your learning today. 1. Make it bitesize. Do you find sitting down to do hours and hours of reading difficult and tiring?

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NEW FEATURE: Offer Letters from Hireology

Hireology

You can now add offer letters as a hiring step. Offer letters have always been the critical, final step of the hiring process. And now you can create, send and have candidates accept offers from your Hireology account. This means you’ll no longer have to manually manage the offer letter process outside of your hiring platform – saving time, inbox clutter and ensuring that your offer details are 100% accurate for your final-round candidates.

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Don’t Shoot the Advertiser

The Whiteboard

Posting ads are the backbone of our industry. If you’ve ever had to explain what you do for a living to an elderly relative or a member of the Amish community, chances are you’ve said “and then we post an advert” Now, those too dumb to understand the importance of our industry will ask “why don’t companies just advertise the roles themselves?” If you remember your objection handling; they need to focus on doing whatever it is they do in order to keep the lights on, they don’t have time to sit th

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Free Webinar | Sept. 14: Leadership Tactics That Promote Diversity and Foster Happier Employees

Entrepreneur - Workplace Diversity

Join our expert Kanika Tolver and special guest Minda Harts, author of The Memo, as they discuss how leaders can provide a more inclusive working environment, especially for women of color.

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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5 Tips for Working Better With Other Teams—Even While You’re WFH

The Muse

Here’s how one company collaborated across teams to successfully launch a new product while working from home.

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Are Contract Placements for Me?

NPA Worldwide

Despite a volatile economy and many companies putting job orders on hold, some members of our split placement network are reporting that their clients are increasingly asking for contract workers. Contract placements continue to be a source of growing revenue for many NPAworldwide members who are looking for dependable residual income. Even if your firm doesn’t have a dedicated temp/contract division, you can still fill contract roles.

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Addressing Old School Resume Protocol

Recruiting Daily

Addressing Old School Resume Protocol I read a lot. I enjoy mysteries, but I also read for work: to stay on top of trends in talent acquisition, to discover new technologies in Sourcing. And, I read to be informed on recruitment marketing drifts. The talent acquisition profession had years of sluggish growth that has been […].

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15 Must Read HRTech Stories From Summer 2020

Select Software Reviews

In the first edition of the Select Tech Round-Up, we highlight this summer’s major news stories.

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8 Tips for a Successful Virtual Interview

GradLeaders

Many events and in-person meetings in the business world continue to convert to virtual experiences, including the interview process. Although virtual interviews are typically conducted in the same structure as in-person interviews, there are a few aspects that candidates need to consider in order to adjust to the changes. We want you to ace your interview, and simple adjustments to a virtual platform shouldn’t be what holds you back.

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Hiring for Culture Fit: Align Your Values, Roles and Candidates

Speaker: Dr. Craig Ellis, Head of I-O Psychology, HighMatch

Is the term “culture” just a buzzword tossed around at your organization, or have you delved into the core values and behaviors that truly define a good fit for your company? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, will share a proven framework to identify the essential traits that contribute to a seamless fit within your unique culture, not just in your current successful employees but also in prospective candidates.

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[PODCAST] Sourcer Interview Questions You MUST Ask to Find Top Sourcing Talent

Recruiting Daily

Sourcer Interview Questions You MUST Ask to Find Top Sourcing Talent SITUATIONAL QUESTIONS Name three search engines other than Google. Besides “resume”, name at least two other words people use to describe that same kind of document. Name at least five words you could exclude from a search to eliminate job advertisements. What would you […].

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Insurance Recruiting Difficulty Remains High, Despite the Pandemic

The Jacobson Group

The Q3 2020 Semi-Annual U.S. Insurance Labor Outlook Study results have been released. Conducted by The Jacobson Group and Aon plc, the study examines data collected on insurance industry hiring, as well as revenue trends and projections. It has provided valuable information to the industry for more than a decade. A few key insights from the most recent iteration of the study are highlighted below.

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Recrutement en baisse : que peuvent faire les RH entre temps?

Jobillico

Le recrutement est en baisse depuis le début de la pandémie. Nul besoin de sondages ou d’études pour le confirmer. Les chiffres du chômage parlent d’eux-mêmes. Même si le taux de chômage au Canada a diminué le mois dernier, passant de 13,7 % à 10,9 %, les employés temporairement licenciés ont été rappelés au travail, ce qui constitue un facteur important de cette baisse.

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Avoiding Bias In Interviews And Hiring For Performance

Forbes Human Resources Council

How do you predict who will be the best people to fill open roles?

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AI & DEI: With Great Opportunities Comes Great HR Responsibility

Speaker: Jen Kirkwood - Partner, Responsible HR & AI at IBM and World Economic Forum Executive Fellow

The promise of AI for today’s organizations is real, yet in a frenzied state of experimentation, many stumble to get to a full-scale enterprise. As companies race to discover what generative AI can do, HR must lead conversations about how to balance cutting-edge innovations with integrity, trust, and diversity. Globally, organizations are at a critical intersection of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and AI acceleration.

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BlueSky Staffing Software’s Update Adds New Rate Features and Controls

BlueSky

To Meet Healthcare Staffing Provider Needs, BlueSky Staffing Software’s Product Update Adds New Rate Features and Controls.

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Normal is Not Normal

Brandon Hall

By Cliff Stevenson , Principal Analyst, Talent Management and Workforce Management. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are becoming accustomed to change — or are we? In reality, it seems people are becoming frustrated with change. It’s not just that everyone wants to return to normal; it’s generally accepted that whatever we return to will not be business as usual.

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Roundup of DOL’s Recent COVID-19 Guidance on FFCRA, FMLA, FLSA

Recruiting Daily Advisor

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) continues to issue new COVID-19 guidance. Here is a roundup of recent guidelines related to the coronavirus and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Source: Lightspring / Shutterstock. FFCRA and Furloughs. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers have made the difficult decision to furlough employees.

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The Solution to Talent Shortages Facing Life Sciences Companies

The Perfect Hire

A recent study highlights a pervasive challenge facing the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry, and that is a lack of talent. The study found that 51 percent of CEOs of life sciences and pharma companies admit to greater difficulties attracting and retaining the right people, more than any other industry in the study.1. In fact, one of the greatest challenges on the horizon for pharmaceutical and life science companies is filling vacant positions and decreasing the time-to-fill for those p

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Early Tenure Turnover: Stop the Revolving Door of Hires

Speaker: Dr. Craig Ellis, Head of I-O Psychology, HighMatch

Are you facing a revolving door of hires, especially within their first 90 days of employment? In this webinar, Dr. Craig Ellis, a leading industrial-organizational (I-O) psychologist, offers insights and strategies to unravel the mystery behind early tenure turnover. Identify the root causes of early attrition to mitigate turnover’s impact in the first 12 months.

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Dion Bullock on ‘Understanding Your Why’

Recruiting Daily Advisor

Dion Bullock is only in the early stages of his new role as Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Strategy Lead for Bravely , but he’s already made an impact. While new to the role (which is similar to “Chief Diversity Officer (CDO)”), Bullock isn’t new to the organization. He’s served as a coach, or “Pro,” for the past 2 years, which has offered him an opportunity to experience firsthand the work the company does and how it makes a positive impact on employees and client organizations.

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The Solution to Talent Shortages Facing Life Sciences Companies

The Perfect Hire

A recent study highlights a pervasive challenge facing the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry, and that is a lack of talent. The study found that 51 percent of CEOs of life sciences and pharma companies admit to greater difficulties attracting and retaining the right people, more than any other industry in the study.1. In fact, one of the greatest challenges on the horizon for pharmaceutical and life science companies is filling vacant positions and decreasing the time-to-fill for those p

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How to Avoid Interruptions at Work and Manage Time Effectively

Recruiting Daily Advisor

In a previous post , we discussed the high cost of workplace interruptions. Specifically, we referenced data from Basex research , demonstrating that interruptions cost the U.S. economy $588 billion per year, as well as research from employees reporting that interruptions cost them between 3 and 5 hours of productivity each day. Source: LightField Studios / Shutterstock.

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Introducing Toggl Track

Hundred5

New look, new name–same product you know and love. On September 7, 2020, we’re changing our name from Toggl to Toggl Track as part of a broader rebrand. We’ll be getting a new look along with our new name, but our beloved time tracker will remain the same. We’re here to explain the what and the why of our decision and how it will (and won’t!) affect our users.

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Managing Your Recruitment Agency Spend in 2024

Feeling overwhelmed by a juggling act of internal recruiting, agency relationships, and direct hire spend? You’re not alone. In today’s competitive talent landscape, building a dream team requires strategic orchestration. Recruiting agencies and search firms provide invaluable services, but managing them effectively alongside your internal team can pose unique challenges.

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Counteroffers: Everything You Need to Know

Achievers - Recruiting

Have you ever been ready to leave your job for something new but then received a counteroffer by your employer to entice you to stay? According to the Harvard Business Review , 78 percent of senior executives and 80 percent of HR leaders indicate that it is sometimes acceptable to embrace a counteroffer. But how do you know if counteroffers are the right choice?

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Business Development in a Downturn

The Staffing Stream

Layoffs continue to mount as the Covid-19 crisis reverberates through the system and corporations downsize in response to it. With many companies hiring at a tentative pace or on a complete freeze, staffing professionals now find themselves searching for their next client. So how do you approach finding new business in unprecedented times? Consider the opportunity.

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Avature 2020 Virtual Summit in China: Key Lessons & Takeaways

Avature

The 2020 Avature Strategic HR Virtual Summit in China has come and gone, which means it’s time for a quick recap. The event saw some of the top regional leaders in HR talk about their strategies, discuss best practices and share hard results and ROI. It was also the ideal venue for Avature itself to present its product roadmap, as well as future projects and developments in the works.

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4 Potential COVID-Related HR Landmines and How to Avoid Them

Recruiting Daily Advisor

Employers everywhere are grappling with the many new laws enacted because of the coronavirus pandemic. Specifically, there are federal statutes on COVID-related leave, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and state guidance on proper safety precautions in the workplace—and for Delaware employers in particular, there are 20 new Executive Orders (and counting) signed by Governor John Carney, including the recent phased reopening of businesses.

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Future-proof your I-9 compliance for 2024

Speaker: Join I-9 Experts:

Got I-9 compliance on your mind? Spending endless amounts of time ensuring you stay compliant? Get your questions answered with an expert panel from WorkBright. During this one-hour webinar, Workbright will dive deep into I-9 best practices, navigate the nuances of the new 2023 'alternative procedure,' and learn actionable ways to ensure your audit trail is squeaky clean.

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Developing Healthcare Leaders

The Perfect Hire

While the nursing and physician shortage has been well-documented and widely-discussed, there is a far more challenging aspect of healthcare talent management today – attaining a deep pipeline of executive-ready talent equipped to lead amid a complex and chaotic healthcare industry. In fact, strong leadership is arguably the single most important driver of overall organizational performance, and well-constructed talent management and succession planning remain critical to developing a deep bench

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Three Tips For HR Leaders As Remote Work Becomes The New Norm

Forbes Human Resources Council

Even though remote work is “working” for now, communication is essential to culture and productivity for the long haul.

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Developing Healthcare Leaders

The Perfect Hire

While the nursing and physician shortage has been well-documented and widely-discussed, there is a far more challenging aspect of healthcare talent management today – attaining a deep pipeline of executive-ready talent equipped to lead amid a complex and chaotic healthcare industry. In fact, strong leadership is arguably the single most important driver of overall organizational performance, and well-constructed talent management and succession planning remain critical to developing a deep bench