Sat.Dec 28, 2013 - Fri.Jan 03, 2014

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Four Lessons Job Hunters Can Learn from Downton Abbey

Staffing Talk

'For those of us who enjoy getting our ‘fop’ on once in a while, the PBS drama Downton Abbey is an enchanting journey into a different world, albeit one that actually existed less than 100 years ago. This critically acclaimed period soap opera chronicles the fictional British aristocratic Crawley family and their servants as they experience some notable historical events, such as the sinking of the Titanic in series one and the first World War in series two.

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Behind the Scenes with Obamacare

Forum One

'If you''ve been reading the press coverage lately, it would be easy to jump to the conclusion that Obamacare mostly involves a faulty website launch and periodic consumer sticker shock. But through Forum One’s work with clients on the front lines of the Obamacare rollout – such as the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) and The California Endowment – we are seeing a number of other important “behind the scenes” stories that aren’t getting muc

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5 Tips for Applicants to Stay Classy in 2014 – Make Ron Burgundy Proud

ExactHire Recruiting

I love stupid movies…especially comedies. While I catch a lot of grief for this on the home front, it does occasionally come in handy for blogging purposes. Even more so on the last Friday of the year! One of my favorite characters is Ron Burgundy — he of the “Anchorman” (and now “ Anchorman 2 “) fame. Politically incorrect and a walking sexual harassment claim, he’d be a nightmare for any HR professional in real life.

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Top 5 HR Infographics of 2013

Jobvite

We’ve seen a lot happen in 2013 with respect to recruiting , sourcing, and referrals. In particular, many interesting statistics have come to light that showcase how much has changed in our industry. Candidates are different. Jobs are different. Social connectivity has expanded. Skill sets have been redefined. And all of these things, when viewed collectively, point to a larger evolution on the horizon—one where recruiters will rethink how they do their jobs, and what tools will make them most s

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Your 2024 Annual Talent Acquisition Roadmap: Its Seasonal!

Recruiting is seasonal! Our popular Talent Acquisition Roadmap helps you master seasonal hiring like a boss. We break down key data on the ever-changing job market so you can take advantage of peak hiring times and ace recruiting even in slower seasons. Whether you need to scale up your team quickly or get creative in tighter times, this roadmap helps you understand the recruiting landscape.

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New Year’s Resolution: No More Traditional Sales Training

Staffing Talk

'“ Okay team, the numbers don’t look good. We’re going to be short again. To help us figure this out please welcome the trainer for our sales conference session today who will show you fun new ways to Open-Probe-Present-Overcome Objections-Transition & Close.” It’s estimated that corporations globally spend between $4 and $7 billion a year on training sales professionals, so it’s likely many of you have participated in event-based sales training where the aforemention

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Health Care Reform & Unemployment Is What Americans Want The Feds To Focus On

Staffing Talk

'The Associated Press and Center for Public Affairs Research came out with a new poll today that looks at what Americans most want the government to work on in the coming year. Topping the list are two subjects of prime importance to the staffing industry; health care reform and unemployment. However, 70% of those surveyed have no confidence that the federal government “can make progress on the important problems and issues it faces in 2014.” “While it is very easy to ask people to

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Concern Over the Affordable Care Act Tops The Year Ahead In Staffing

Staffing Talk

'While temporary employment is near historic highs in terms of penetration of the labor market, concerns about the Affordable Care Act, and how it will impact the staffing industry, tops the list as we look ahead at significant staffing trends of 2014. First, a quick 30,000-foot look back at the year that was. Employment in temporary help services reached 2.7 million by July of 2013, up by 170,000 from a year earlier and nearly a million higher than in 2009, according to a report from the Bure

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The New Normal: Online Schools, Freelancing Gigs, and Blended Careers

Staffing Talk

'One of the challenges we face as staffing agents is to help both ourselves and our job seekers understand the value of what I’m going to call “the new normal.” Our parents’ “normal” meant a degree from a traditional college and an entry-level job. From that initial job, you would slowly rise up the ranks in the company, until you retired around age 50 with a pension and a gold watch.

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Staffing News of the Day, January 2, 2014

Staffing Talk

'Why factory jobs may be returning to America after decades of outsourcing to low-cost Asia [Maclean’s]. The last week of December saw jobless claims fall 2,000 [Market Watch]. Missouri ranked as a top 10 state for job growth in 2013 [St. James Leader Journal]. Florida online job openings rise to all-time high [Jacksonville Business Journal]. What will happen to struggling U.S. workers in the wake of jobless benefit cuts?

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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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Staffing News of the Day, December 30, 2013

Staffing Talk

'Profiteering gangsters recruit homeless people to clean up the Fukushima nuclear disaster for less than minimum wage [Reuters]. Rhode Island will become one of few states where workers can, by law, take several weeks of paid family leave [Washington Post]. Lufthansa walkouts at the main Paris airport came as a surprise, leaving hundreds stranded [Aviation Pros].

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Background Checks & Hiring – 7 Things to Consider

ExactHire Recruiting

Since the revised EEOC guidance rules were published in 2012, there has been much speculation and frustration among employers as to the use of criminal history checks in the hiring process. These updated guidelines for background checks are especially challenging for small and mid-sized organizations, as they typically don’t have the legal resources readily available to help keep them compliant.

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NFL Firing Illustrates Collision of Free Speech and Work

Staffing Talk

'If you’re a Vikings fan, you remember former punter Chris Kluwe, but not for his 45-foot arcs. Instead, you probably remember that he relentlessly defended gay rights through Tweets, letters to elected officials, and, eventually, national media appearances. But while Ellen Degeneres greeted him with fanfare , his media darling status didn’t sit well with the coaching staff.

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Staffing News of the Day, December 31, 2013

Staffing Talk

'The U.S. Justice Department plans to spend up to $550,000 on LinkedIn recruiting [Next Gov]. Horizons Healthcare Services fired a pregnant nurse for refusing a flu shot [CBS News]. These 21 states will surpass the minimum wage of $7.25/hr starting on Jan. 1 [USA Today]. UK: 21-year-old worker sues Amazon over ‘chronic’ back pain after ‘tortuous’ work shifts [Bedfordshire News].

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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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Staffing News of the Day, January 3, 2014

Staffing Talk

'U.S. government asks Supreme Court not to extend Catholics’ temporary contraception exemption [Politico]. Low-wage workers’ movement looks to build on banner year [MSNBC]. Ten simple and powerful body language tips for 2014 [Forbes]. CareerBuilder’s job forecast: more U.S. employers to hire temps [SIA]. Public works employee sets up cot in office, plans to live at work during snowstorm in Illinois [Daily Herald]. 8 hot IT jobs for 2014 : recruiters share the scoop [Information Week].

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Top 5 HR Infographics of 2013

Jobvite

We’ve seen a lot happen in 2013 with respect to recruiting, sourcing, and referrals. In particular, many interesting statistics have come to light that showcase how much has changed in our industry. Candidates are different. … Continued.