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8 Tips to Create an Unforgettable Candidate Experience
Not all HR departments and hiring managers think of it this way, but your talent acquisition strategy is an important part of your organization’s overall marketing strategy. The employer brand that you project through your recruitment process, especially your application and interview process, influences the caliber of job candidates who show interest in working with…
Managing a Five-Generation Workforce (Without Losing Your Mind)
Imagine you’re the leader of a band. But not just any band. Your drummer still writes paper checks at the grocery store. Your bass player is a much-loved queen on Facebook with millions of followers. Your lead guitarist thinks email is for Boomers. One of your backup singers uses TikTok as a search engine, and…
Celebrating Inclusivity in the Workplace: A Talent Recruiter’s Perspective
Statistics have shown that having a variety of perspectives in the room enhances company culture, work environments, and business outcomes. From a talent recruiting perspective, we also find that inclusive initiatives create a sense of belonging, job satisfaction, and talent retention among team members. Whether you’re a job seeker navigating career opportunities or an employer…
Hiring Manager’s Guide to Past Cannabis Offenses and Hiring Considerations
National Cannabis Awareness Month is observed in April each year to promote education, advocacy, and general awareness around cannabis and its evolving legal status. The month is also a good time to raise awareness about cannabis-related hiring policies and fighting ongoing stigma. In the talent recruiting space, specifically, it’s an opportunity to educate others about…
Stress Awareness Month: How to Carry the Weight Without Breaking
April is Stress Awareness Month, and honestly, it couldn’t come at a better time. Between work, personal responsibilities, and everything in between, stress tends to become a background noise we ignore – until it’s deafening. For years, I wore stress like a badge of honor. I threw myself into my work, staying late, taking…
Celebrate Irish American Heritage Month: A Legacy of Strength and Culture
The month of March is Irish American Heritage Month in the United States, a time to recognize and honor the profound contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants within the fabric of American society. From politics and labor to music, literature, jobs, and cuisine, the Irish American influence is indeed woven into our country’s rich…
How Recruiters Can Help to Inspire Change
With today, February 20th, being World Day of Social Justice – it’s the perfect time to reflect on what this day means, and how those of us working in the recruiting space, specifically, can inspire positive changes for those around us. Recruiters have a unique and exciting opportunity to help those who have historically faced…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science: How Leaders Can Empower Change
Every year since 2015, February 11 has served as a powerful global reminder of the achievements of women and girls in science, as well as the challenges they continue to face due to gender stereotypes. The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is more than a celebration – it’s an opportunity to reflect…
December 5: Celebrate International Volunteer Day!
Every December 5, we join the rest of the world in celebrating International Volunteer Day (IVD). This annual day of celebration was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985 to recognize and applaud volunteers who dedicate their time and skills to making positive changes in their communities and beyond. This special day holds…
How to Support People with Invisible Disabilities in the Workplace
Today, December 3, 2024, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This day was created to promote the rights and well-being of all individuals with disabilities. If I may ask, what comes to mind when you think of a disabled person? Do you think of a wheelchair, a cane and a seeing eye dog, a…
