Do You Have a Diversity Recruitment Strategy?

Due to recent events, companies are taking a hard look at their diversity recruitment strategies. Some have had to dust off their old ones, and many may have to start from scratch. Either way, diversity in the workplace is essential to the health and wealth of your business. In fact, it has been noted that…

Read More

Free to Be…You and Me…EEOC

In 1776, the words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,” were penned into the Declaration of Independence as our new nation was formed. In 2020, we are still trying to reflect this reality in the actions of our society. Things were far from equal at that time, but…

Read More

For the Love of Bacon

Lately, it feels, each time we turn a corner, there is more bad news looming. In these times, we seek comfort, familiarity, common ground, joy…and BACON! Some label it an obsession, an unhealthy choice, or a breakfast staple. Those in the know, cherish it, love it, and cannot live without it. Let us cast worry…

Read More

Creating a Data-Driven Recruitment Process

Carly Fiorina, the former CEO of Hewlett-Packard, once wrote, “The goal is to turn data into information, and information into insight.” Data mining and the utilization of big data have been deployed throughout every business function, including Human Resources. Using standard data-driven recruitment metrics has become an essential tool in developing a successful hiring plan.…

Read More

The Need for HR Departments to Pivot Due to COVID-19

As the writer Jeff Goins has so famously stated, “Pivoting is not Plan B, it’s part of the process.” The COVID-19 crisis has placed intense pressure on Human Resources departments. Beyond the standard demands of recruitment, arranging and executing performance reviews, overseeing benefits, staff development, managing corporate-wide compensation, regulatory compliance, and the host of associated…

Read More

In a Hospitality Operations Role? This Is What It Takes to Become a Hospitality Recruiter

Many hospitality operations managers and regional directors are experts in all things “hospitality.” They boast experience ranging from sales and marketing to human resources and hiring. But despite their vast knowledge and accomplishments, some are looking for career changes.  The day-to-day grind of working as hospitality leadership can take quite a toll. The hours are long and often erratic. Some…

Read More

The March Madness of Recruiting

The first quarter of every year is always an odd, mixed bag in the world of recruiting. Generally, January and February are slow months for new hires as teams launch their annual plans. Most firms have put key personnel into place before the year begins. But then, the winds of March begin to blow and kick off a fire-storm of…

Read More

Interview Tips for the Experienced Candidate

It makes sense that candidates who are new to the workforce tend to prepare more for interviews than experienced candidates who have seen what the process is like and have an idea of what to expect. However, just because they had a successful interview in the past, doesn’t mean that they can walk in to…

Read More

Fix Those Common Résumé Mistakes

The first step to applying for a job is providing a good quality résumé. Unfortunately, many job applicants do not realize how easy it is to make mistakes when creating their résumé. It’s important to keep in mind that a resume is essentially a 15-second advertisement of yourself. When an employer picks up your résumé…

Read More