The Whiteboard

DECEMBER 17, 2015

There’s something of the “last day at school” vibe in the air today. Even though there are still, officially, four days of work next week, there’s a fair number of recruiters I’ve spoken to who are hanging up their sourcing gloves for the season today. As is usually the case at this time of year, there’s a mixture of muted satisfaction at another year in recruitment done, coupled with an ever-encroaching feeling of heavy-lidded exhaustion creeping into the u

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Social Talent

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Hello everyone, Sue here, I am new to the Marketing Team here at Social Talent after making the jump from Customer Support. I studied Cinematography and Film production in college, so seeing the production side of things here really grabbed my interest and made me beg Johnny for a new role! In short, you’ll be hearing more from me, but this is my first blog, so please… be nice.

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Lever

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Growing a team from scratch can feel like a black hole. To shed some light on the process, we spoke with successful founders and talent leaders for their advice on everything from how to grow, to interviewing tactics and mistakes to avoid.

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Arya Recruiting Robotics

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Ever wondered what your recruiter personality type is? Now you can find out. 1. What does your desk look like? A. Cluttered with technology: your tablet, work cell phone and personal cell phone are easily accessible, and at least two computer monitors are up and running. There are also a few coffee mugs and pendants emblazoned with your alma mater’s logo.

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It’s no secret that today’s hiring market is tough! The constant changes can make it seem impossible for HR leaders, hiring teams, and hiring managers to remain flexible and agile. However, there’s a silver lining amongst all the hiring chaos, as these changes also bring great opportunities and fresh ways for HR leaders to gain that competitive edge in the race for top talent.

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HarQen

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Sam read an interesting article that Jennifer Wood wrote for Esquire about the movie franchise Friday the 13th. What really stuck out to him was that before becoming a wildly successful movie franchise Friday the 13th, started out only as a movie poster. The Takeaway Before writing a script or filming anything, Sean Cunningham thought, “what would [.].

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Lever

DECEMBER 14, 2015

The importance of startup culture is the talk of the Valley. You can have the most impressive founders or “disruptive” idea, but it won’t amount to much without deliberately investing in an engaging culture that attracts top talent and makes them want to stay. Whether you’re a founder, an engineer, a salesperson, or any other employee in a startup, being a steward of the culture is absolutely part of your job.

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Glassdoor for Employers

DECEMBER 15, 2015

When Centrify was notified that we were chosen by our employees to be on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in SMB this year, we could not have been happier. Centrify was founded in 2004 to address a growing problem — securing organizations against the ever increasing number of cyber threats. And to help solve that problem, we rely on our great people: people who are energetic, motivated and collaborative.

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HarQen

DECEMBER 14, 2015

In 2004 Metallica released the documentary Some Kind of Monster, which followed them as they recorded their St. Anger album. The documentary captures an argument the group had about guitar solos and whether they should follow the trends and not have them, or stick to what helped make them famous. Last week on Suds, Staffing and [.]. The post Suds, Staffing and Life: How do you Handle Trends?

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Social Talent

DECEMBER 14, 2015

According to Coupofy , within the world’s 8 largest tech companies, positions for females are growing 238% faster than men. A fact which inspired them to create an infographic that takes a look at some of the most successful women in the industry and their roles as founders, leaders, and venture capitalists to discover the role that women play in the tech industry today.

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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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Spark Hire

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Starting and growing a new business comes with many challenges. One of the big challenges for your startup as you enter the growth stage is to attract top talent. When you are competing with larger corporations for the best talent, it’s important to know what top talent is really looking for in your company brand. What does the future look like for your company?

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Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Military service imbues people with the values employers prize but getting vets to talk about themselves is often a challenge.

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Glassdoor for Employers

DECEMBER 14, 2015

We still have so much to achieve, but what an honor! It is such a fantastic accolade to have received the #1 Best Place to Work UK in 2016 award by Glassdoor. I’ve worked at Expedia for just nine months, and I can honestly say that this is the best place I’ve ever worked. The fact that this award is voted on by our own employees is a testament that we are doing something right.

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Lever

DECEMBER 17, 2015

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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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Spark Hire

DECEMBER 14, 2015

Having a client drop off the face of the earth isn’t an unheard of situation in recruiting. However, if this is happening to you on a frequent basis, then there is something you need to change in your process when it comes to the recruiter-client relationship. When reassessing your relationship building process with your clients, consider 4 key reasons why your client may have stopped communicating with you. 1.

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NPA Worldwide

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Today’s guest blogger is Rob Mosley , Senior Director of Training & Development for Next Level Exchange. Rob comes to Next Level from MRINetwork™ Corporate in Philadelphia, PA, where he served as the Chief Learning Officer, responsible for all leadership training and sales development of 1,100 offices worldwide. We’re excited that Rob will be one of the featured speakers at our 2016 Global Conference.

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Glassdoor for Employers

DECEMBER 16, 2015

“How do you explain the negative Glassdoor reviews?” I received this question a few years and a couple companies ago, while interviewing a data science candidate. She was a sought-after candidate in a low supply/high demand field who we very much wanted to come on board. (She didn’t.). It was the first time I’d heard of Glassdoor and it cemented my appreciation for how job seekers – not to mention customers, investors, reporters and other major stakeholders – use the tool to get an inside look a

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CareerBuilder

DECEMBER 14, 2015

It’s a commonly held belief that most people become more fiscally conservative as they age – so it may be a bit surprising to learn that baby boomer job seekers are more likely to accept a lower salary in exchange for a better candidate experience than are their Gen X and Gen Y counterparts. According to CareerBuilder’s 2015 Candidate Behavior study , 80 percent of baby boomers indicated that they would compromise on salary if it meant a more enjoyable hiring experience, compared to 76 percent o

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Speaker: Danielle Johnson - Director of HR, Compliance & DEI in AI tech at Impact Observatory

Making accessibility accessible for organizations of all sizes may seem complex, but it doesn’t have to be. Prepare to broaden your understanding of Disability, Cultural Competency, and Inclusion with this insightful webinar. We’ll explore disability as a vibrant culture, understand the nuances of reasonable accommodations under the ADA, and navigate the complexities of undue hardship while challenging the status quo of accessibility practices.

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Spark Hire

DECEMBER 15, 2015

You’re getting to the end of an interview with a promising candidate, and you start to relax — the hard part is over. Now, you just need to finish up, by answering some questions from the candidate. But it’s not as easy as it sounds. In the interview, you are the representative for the company. It’s your job to accurately portray the position to the candidate, and convince them to come on board.

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Symphony Talent

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Talent acquisition used to go like this: post a req on a job board, attract some applicants, make a hire. Now, that path probably gets you the same candidate leads—many of which you might have already disqualified. There are only so many active job seekers in the world! Unemployment is at a seven-year low, and it’s taking increasingly. Continue Reading → The post 4 Things Talent Acquisition Doesn’t Know About Nurturing Candidates appeared first on SmashFly Blog.

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Glassdoor for Employers

DECEMBER 15, 2015

More and more, companies around the globe are investing heavily in social media heads and resources to respond to people talking about their brands on platforms including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Users on these platforms demand an almost immediate response, and it’s your job to engage with users, answer questions and keep them interested. But which networks should you pay attention to?

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Jobvite

DECEMBER 15, 2015

It’s no secret that there are cultural differences between the U.S. and our neighbors across the pond—but did you know that those differences can affect how recruiters work every day? In everything from how they prioritize work, to how they view references and social media indiscretions, to how they anticipate hiring competition, recruiters in both the United Kingdom and the United States are learning that—while some parts of the job market are similar—many hiring tactics still depend on geograp

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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.

Plum.io

DECEMBER 15, 2015

If you repeatedly say the phrase “I hate my job” – likely you think it, you feel it, and you live it. Every day you loathe that alarm clock waking you up to get ready and head into that awful place. It pays you, that’s why you go. You know some other coworkers hate it too and you don’t blame them. But others seem so happy to be there. What’s wrong with them?

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CareerBuilder

DECEMBER 15, 2015

Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson have taught us so much more than how to crash a wedding — their 2013 comedy “The Internship ” offered a comedic take on how finding the best tech talent isn’t easy, even for a giant like Google. From household names such as Apple and Twitter to lesser-known ones such as Riot Games and Concur, competition for talent in the booming tech industry is fierce and the pressure is on to step up your game if you’re looking to recruit top tech talent.

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iCIMS

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Establishing and promoting a clear company culture is a must when it comes to company success. The need for this kind of self-promotion is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for attracting the best new hires.

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NPA Worldwide

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Periodically in the sales and marketing world, we come across a tool or program that makes our lives that much easier, and anything that makes sales and/or marketing easier is a win in my book. I use the tool Clearslide to load PowerPoint presentations about our recruitment network, and then I am able to send them to an email address in a professional online format rather than as an attachment.

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Symphony Talent

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Another round up of awesome recruitment marketing articles and perspectives from this week. Take a look. Content of the Week The new dynamic duo in tech: ATS + Recruitment Marketing Platform. The ATS doesn’t need to change, it needs to partner. Here’s why. Tweet of the Week Tired of seeing the same unqualified. Continue Reading → The post Best Recruitment Marketing Articles This Week appeared first on SmashFly Blog.

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CareerBuilder

DECEMBER 18, 2015

The Star Wars movies are like an ideal manager – inspiring, exciting and engaging. Still, not all the characters in the Star Wars universe are necessarily cut out for leadership roles. Below are the characters workers said most reminded them of their bosses. Whichever style sounds most like your own, never fear (seriously, don’t… we’ve seen where the path of fear leads), we’ve also got some tips for improving your leadership skills.

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iCIMS

DECEMBER 18, 2015

Establishing and promoting a clear company culture is a must when it comes to company success. The need for this kind of self-promotion is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for attracting the best new hires.

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