Hiring Advice
Sharing My Journey on Employee Appreciation Day
I didn’t always realize how much showing appreciation can and will change someone’s day, maybe even their life or career. Since March 1 is Employee Appreciation Day, this seems a perfect opportunity to share how important employee recognition has become to me as a human being, a professional, and team member. On this first Friday…
How to Help Job Candidates Surpass Their Opinions of Themselves
It’s often said that people will not outperform their opinions of themselves. Good talent recruiters don’t subscribe to this belief. Instead, we take pride in elevating the psychological ceiling that talented job candidates often impose on themselves, whether that ceiling was intentionally or unintentionally inflicted. The method we use is found in how we effectively…
The Importance of Kindness in the Workplace
Random Acts of Kindness Day (also known as RAK Day) is celebrated annually in the United States on February 17th. Specific to the workplace, the simple act of kindness can have a profound impact on your business. On this Random Acts of Kindness Day, take a moment to learn about some of the many benefits of…
The Positive Impact of Black History Month on Hiring Practices
The annual monthlong celebration of Black History Month is one of the longest-standing social justice movements in U.S. history. Last year, we shared these 28 important but overlooked facts – to share one remarkable triumph for each day of the month. And although this year is a leap year with 29 days, the 28 facts…
How to Build A Strong Company Culture: Insights for Business Leaders
Knowing how to build a strong company culture is always going to be top of mind if you’re looking to build a successful organization. Do you know what your company culture is currently? How can you tell if it’s good or bad? Have you defined it? If you don’t define what culture is, you still…
6 Things Job Candidates Wish Hiring Managers Understood
I will likely never forget a job interview I had that lasted less than 10 minutes. It was with a local company, and they invited me to interview for the role. The hiring manager asked me about a particular skill set. I told her I had no experience in that area but was more than…
How to Improve Employee Retention
Work has evolved into more than just a way to make a living; it is now a vital aspect of our lives that significantly impacts our overall well-being. A notable trend has emerged over the years, often referred to as The Great Resignation, in which people were and still are taking risks in their quest…
Is the Salary Range You’re Offering Too Broad?
When you post a job opening for your organization, how broad should your salary range be? The answer to this question is of growing importance in the quest for attracting top job applicants and retaining existing team members. As a senior talent recruiter with Goodwin Recruiting, I see a variety of pay ranges offered by…
Purposeful Hiring: Exploring How to Interview Candidates Well
If you’re wondering how to interview candidates well, don’t worry, you’re not alone. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for this crucial step in the recruitment process. Each position you’re hiring for comes with its own unique set of duties, responsibilities, tasks, skills, and qualifications. On top of that, you need to consider the qualities a candidate…
How to Improve the Recruitment and Selection Process
For those working in human resources or recruiting, it’s vital to understand how to improve the recruitment process to enhance retention and elevate the quality of new hires. Creating a streamlined recruitment process benefits both candidates and hiring teams by making the experience efficient, productive, and enjoyable. By identifying high-quality candidates who align with their needs,…
