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2w ago
Hiring new employees is a huge time investment. Growing your small business sometimes takes labor from various departments, with hiring contributions from a lot of people. After all that, you want to be sure the new hires stick with you and become valued members of the team.
Employee retention is a concern in companies of all sizes, but for small businesses, it’s especially vital to avoid costly disruptions. More than just offering a bonus or a perk here or there, employee retention practices start with the first job posting and go well beyond the interviews and job offers. Here are our ..read more
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2w ago
The term “ghosting” originated in the app-heavy world of online dating. Two people start communicating past the first inbox message. Then, one party disappears without a “sorry, but” message, never to be heard from again. In job seeking, ghosting refers to when either the candidate or the employer drops out of the interview process without explanation. Invitations go unread, interview appointments remain unconfirmed, and emails sit unopened.
Ghosting Is On the Rise
According to a survey conducted by Indeed in 2021, the shift in the employment market during the pandemic meant ghosting on either ..read more
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2w ago
Recruitment has become more challenging in the recent past. Between the tight labor market, increased competition for top talent and an aging population, recruiters have faced new difficulties when trying to find and bring on new hires. Helping your company and open positions stand out is critical in remaining competitive and appealing to talented individuals. Explore our guide to video recruitment marketing and the benefits of utilizing video in the hiring process.
What is Video Recruitment Marketing?
Video recruitment marketing is a technique that utilizes video content to outline the hiring ..read more
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3w ago
When you’re looking to bring on top talent, you may find yourself scanning resumés for specific skills. We’re outlining nine of the most in-demand skills to look for in 2024, including both hard and soft skills and how they differ.
What are Hard and Soft Skills?
Hard and soft skills are unique abilities that a candidate may possess, supporting their ability to perform the duties of a specific role. Hard skills are more technical in nature, often referring to specialized knowledge that someone brings to a role. By contrast, soft skills represent how an individual approaches their work and handl ..read more
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1M ago
There are few things more frustrating than a tepid response to a newly-posted job description. The time that goes into identifying a need, writing the description, and posting is an investment in the future, and you need quality results. For small business owners especially, that time can be very precious and scarce.
Could it be that a lackluster job description is to blame for an inadequate candidate pool? We’ll consider some ways to improve job descriptions to attract ideal candidates for your open positions.
Common Mistakes in Writing Job Descriptions
Here are a few of the most common mista ..read more
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1M ago
The average tenure of an employee aged 25 to 34 years is only 2.8 years, according to the most recently available stats from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s a pretty quick turnaround that ends up costing organizations money in recruiting expenses, onboarding, training and more.
So, how can businesses improve employee retention and encourage qualified candidates to stick around longer? From the job listing itself to the onboarding process and developing a strong company culture, these strategies can help you achieve success.
What Is Employee Retention and How Is It Calculated?
Employee r ..read more
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1M ago
It’s the last of our five-part series focused on hiring trends to expect in 2024, and we’re digging into the expansion of entry-level hiring. Across all industries, newcomers to the market are searching for positions that allow them to grow their skills and abilities. Check out the benefits of opting for entry-level workers whenever possible.
Recruiting Trends Coming in 2024
Missed any of the previous trends? Check them out!
An Increase in Upskilling
The Value of Automation
More AI in Recruiting
Hybrid Work Shifts
More Entry-Level Hiring
Trend #5: An Increase in Entry-Level Hiring
Filling op ..read more
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1M ago
Employee recruiting is a powerful part of your hiring toolbox. Asking employees to flesh out an applicant pool capitalizes on a natural human response to invite others to positive experiences. A referral program incentivizes and rewards employees for their contributions to the company.
A Jobvite survey in 2020 found that, after internal hires, employee referrals were the second-most effective hiring source and the second-most useful resume consideration factor. Here are some tips to build an internal referral program that really works.
Your Employees are Your Best Brand Ambassadors
From ..read more
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1M ago
Countless companies of all sizes and operating in all locations are planning to expand their teams in 2024. As you make plans to recruit and bring on top talent, explore our guide to trends to expect this year. We’re rounding up the 2024 recruiting trends to expect, regardless of the industry or size of your business.
Recruiting Trends Coming in 2024
Here’s what we have covered in our five-part series, and what’s still to come:
An Increase in Upskilling
The Value of Automation
More AI in Recruiting
Hybrid Work Shifts
More Entry-Level Hiring
Trend #4: Hybrid Work Shifts
When thousands of comp ..read more
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2M ago
Part Three: More AI in Recruiting
In the first part of our coverage of recruiting trends to expect this year, we highlighted the importance of upskilling as a hiring and retention tool. Part two outlined the value of automation and how much time it can save when seeking and bringing on top talent.
Next up is the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it will impact the hiring process this year and into the future. Review the benefits of utilizing a platform that harnesses the power of AI to filter applications and identify top talent based on specific, pre-determined factors.
Recru ..read more