Tue.Oct 30, 2018

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It’s not a “skills gap” so much as your company/client refusing to raise the salary for the role

Recruiting Daily

Little screenshot from an article my friend sent me: Read the end part. I’ve written before about the skills gap — I think it’s largely a joke. It’s usually the result of hiring managers and recruiters not being on the same page + companies not willing to pay for talent. It’s much less that the skills […].

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6 of the Best Sales Blogs Every Recruiter Should Bookmark

FireFish Software

Reading great sales blogs is something that the most successful salespeople do religiously, as they're a continuous source of inspiration for new sales strategies to keep them top of their game. But did you know that practically all of this stuff is really easily transferrable to recruitment?

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A Total Talent Approach to Women in Tech

Allegis Global Solutions

Despite advancements in other areas of education and a record number of women attending college, fewer and fewer women graduate with degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Of course, large employers and global RPOs have been wringing their hands about this issue, which has come more to the forefront as diversity’s obvious impact on the bottom line becomes clearer the more it’s studied.

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Look At Me: A Perspective on Privilege

Katrina Kibben

My perspective on privilege is probably a little different from most. But this is one of those thoughts I couldn't get out of my head.

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Cracking the Culture Code: Interviewing for Culture Fit

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

Join Dr. Craig Ellis, an I-O Psychologist, for this live webinar as he guides you through an objective interview process that will help your team assess candidate's alignment with your organizational culture. Space is limited, register today!

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Why Are Employee Referrals So Valuable? (Infographic)

Social Talent

Employee referral programmes have grown within companies in recent years with employees receiving benefits in exchange for referring someone they know. Companies today encourage their workforce to recruit their friends, family or anyone they think would be a good fit for the role in hand. And why not? Employee referrals are nearly 55% faster than those who are screened on a job site.

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Tech interviews simplified with HackerEarth FaceCode

Hacker Earth

The all-new FaceCode is the result of extensive customer feedback and tons of engineering hours. This latest addition to our technical recruitment platform allows you to seamlessly conduct remote technical interviews. What is FaceCode? FaceCode is an online interviewing platform that lets you conduct remote video interviews to evaluate the programming skills of candidates without compromising on the interviewing experience.

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Preparing for National Career Development Month

Glassdoor for Employers

Coast to coast, professionals across North America will be celebrating their careers as they participate in National Career Development Month. In synchrony.

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Butler job description

Workable

Use this Butler job description template to advertise your job openings and attract qualified candidates for your organization. Butler responsibilities include: Providing personalized service to guests. Having a deep knowledge of all hotel amenities for guests. Working with all departments (housekeeping, food services, etc.) to meet guests’ needs. The post Butler job description appeared first on Recruiting Resources: How to Recruit and Hire Better.

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What Does Talent Sourcing Mean Exactly?

WizardSourcer

Talent Sourcing is the method used to find applicants who aren’t applying directly to open roles. This is accomplished by building boolean strings and searching for leads, among other things. Not only are they finding candidates, but they are also actively screening and submitting leads to roles. Sourcers are becoming an integral part of the job search market, as companies are looking for more specialized roles with fewer qualified applicants.

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The Rules Do Apply: Navigating HR Compliance

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

HR Compliance is like a giant game of whack-a-mole. Once you think your company is compliant with all policies and procedures documented and in place, there’s a new or amended law, regulation, or final rule that pops up landing you back at ‘start.’ There are shifts, interpretations, and balancing acts to understanding compliance changes. Keeping up is not easy and it’s very time consuming.

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‘Ghosting’ is the Scariest Trend in Recruitment

iCIMS

Candidates are increasingly ghosting on employers, leading to speculation about a cause.

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8 Things Google Says Recruiters Are – and 8 Things They Actually Are

Recruiterly Blog

Have you ever started to type the phrase “Recruiters are,” into a Google search before? I did, and let Read More. The post 8 Things Google Says Recruiters Are – and 8 Things They Actually Are appeared first on Recruiterly.com - A Recruitment Revolution.

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Win the Battle for Most Endorsed

JWT Inside

ERE MEDIA is the go-to information and conference source for human resources, talent acquisition and recruiting professionals. Recently, they featured insights from J. Walter Thompson INSIDE’s very own Michael Savage on their blog. As the Director of Employer Brand and Culture Transformation, Michael used his article to pose important questions that companies should ask themselves in order to recruit top talent.

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How AI Increases Female Representation in Tech

Ideal

Female representation in tech. Gender diversity in the tech industry has been a major issue for over two decades now. The numbers don’t add up. The EEOC reports that women currently make up roughly 56% of the overall workforce. However, only about 28% of proprietary software jobs are currently held by women. Why is it important to have women in tech?

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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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Duty Manager job description

Workable

Use this Duty Manager job description template to advertise your job openings and attract qualified candidates for your organization. Duty Manager responsibilities include: Handling customer and employee issues. Overseeing operations, including maintenance, cleanliness and efficiency. Ensuring that security and safety regulations are met. The post Duty Manager job description appeared first on Recruiting Resources: How to Recruit and Hire Better.

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The Difference Between a Data-First and a People-First Onboarding Strategy

Silkroad

In order to drive business value such as engagement, retention, greater customer satisfaction, and revenue growth, organizations need to go beyond forms and data to engage employees from offer letter throughout the entirety of their employee journey. According to a recent Brandon Hall Group report, the Evolution of Onboarding, “one of the big trends in onboarding is that high-performance management organizations are acquiring a dedicated onboarding technology at a faster pace than other or

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Gardener job description

Workable

Use this Gardener job description template to advertise your job openings and attract qualified candidates for your organization. Gardener responsibilities include: Maintaining lawns and other green spaces. Installing landscapes and seasonal flower designs. Monitoring and ensuring plant health. The post Gardener job description appeared first on Recruiting Resources: How to Recruit and Hire Better.

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Digi-Me Releases New Reporting Dashboard for Easily Tracking Video Job Ad Views and Applies by Source

Digi-Me

Digi-Me, a digital recruitment firm specializing in tracked video technology for the modern-day employer, announced today that it is has released a new reporting dashboard for effectively automating reports for video job ads data and READ MORE ». The post Digi-Me Releases New Reporting Dashboard for Easily Tracking Video Job Ad Views and Applies by Source appeared first on Digi-Me Video Job Ads - Create Amazing Job Posting Videos - DigiMe.

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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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8 Things Google Says Recruiters Are. And 8 Things They Actually Are.

Recruiterly Blog

Have you ever started to type the phrase “Recruiters are,” into a Google search before? I did, and let me tell you – it’s not pretty. Some of the top results in my search: “recruiters are a waste of time,” “recruiters are lazy,” and, “why recruiters are bad for your career.” Not exactly a ringing endorsement. Try it yourself and you will get similar results; Now, many recruiters in the industry may just simply roll their eyes and try to brush off the criticism.

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Ace Seasonal Job Interviews With These Answers

Rezoomo

As Christmas is approaching, many companies are now getting ready for their busiest time of the year. They are now on the lookout for seasonal staff. A lot of big retailers have already put their seasonal hiring plans into full swing. So, if you are on the lookout for a seasonal job then you better start looking and preparing for job interviews. In essence, a job is a job.

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If You Love Halloween, You’ll Love These Jobs

Moonlighting

Halloween season is here! Time to plan that epic costume, the spookiest decorations on the block, how much candy you’re going to eat, and how you can make extra money working a side hustle during favorite candy-obsessed, fright-filled holiday. If you need a little inspiration to feed your addiction to all things spooky, check out these side work ideas that are perfect for Halloween and beyond: Love candy?

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Candidate’s Want Companies that Align with Their Political Beliefs

Recruiting Daily Advisor

The political landscape over the last 2 years has changed drastically, and it doesn’t appear to be letting up any time soon. Are you letting your political affiliation cloud your judgment when it comes to hiring candidates? You may not be, but potential candidates are—as 58% of respondents in a new survey would not interview at companies that publicly promoted political beliefs they did not support.

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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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7 Tips for Using “Problem Solving” Interviews to Screen Candidates

Linkedin Talent Blog

Business case interviews have been a mainstay in many industries, particularly consulting and investment banking, for decades. Technology companies use coding and “algorithm” interviews extensively in evaluating software developers—in fact, many technology companies use little else when evaluating engineering talent. This form of interviewing, which we can generally refer to as “problem solving” interviews, seeks to uncover a candidate’s ability to think through challenging problems in real-time

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Your Applicant Tracking System May Be Hurting Your Recruitment Efforts

Valuehire

All recruiters utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to make the most of their time when filling openings for their companies. However, for many job seekers, an ATS makes the task of applying for a job more difficult. A lot of candidates get frustrated when they are directed towards an ATS. According to Sean Pomeroy on VisibilitySoftware.com , an Appcast study found that a whopping 90 percent of job seekers abandon the application process due to a frustrating ATS.

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Creepin’ It Real: Halloween and Your Corporate Culture

exaqueo

Halloween functions can be a fun way to highlight your culture and personalities of your people. So, get in the spirit of this fall holiday (and invite your employees to participate).

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Security Guard vs. Security Officer - Which Should You Use?

Team Software

So, you have a position opening up in your contract security firm. Now is the time to post the job in various places using your standard job description and other boilerplate materials you use when hiring.

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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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The Change Maestro's Daily Tweet

Recruiting Blogs

Discourage turf wars in your organization. The organization loses. The human Capital assets lose. The customers lose. #TheChangeMaestro #TLSContinuum.

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An Invite-Only Evening for Women in Tech featuring Casper’s CoFounder

PowerToFly

This event is a great fit for firmware and hardware engineers. If you are interested in attending, please email hi@powertofly.com for an invitation. PowerToFly has partnered with Casper to present an invite-only evening for women in engineering. The event will include a product demo by Casper's cofounder a panel discussion featuring women tech leaders at Casper as well as an audience Q&A.

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The Future of Performance Management Is Not Just about Technology

Bersin

The future of work is here. Smart technologies augment our work—or replace it, if we’re not careful. Five generations of employees now work together almost seamlessly, and the entire world can serve as a talent marketplace, with new collaboration platforms and the range of the talent spectrum providing work to organizations. New technologies are disrupting […].

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