There are several ways in which recruiting trends are expected to change in 2023.  There will be an increased focus on diversity and inclusion in the hiring process. As more and more companies recognize the importance of having a diverse workforce, they will be looking for recruiters who can help them find candidates from a…

A job recruiter can reduce the time it takes to fill open positions at a company in several ways.  Recruiters have access to a wide pool of qualified candidates. They often have relationships with job seekers and can quickly identify candidates who have the skills and experience that the employer is looking for. This can…

There are several reasons why an employer should use a recruiter to help fill an opening at their company in 2023.  Recruiters have access to a wide pool of qualified candidates. They often have relationships with job seekers and can quickly identify candidates who have the skills and experience that the employer is looking for….

In today’s highly competitive job market, businesses can’t afford to take a lackluster approach to recruitment and hiring. Not only can a bad hire lead to costly turnover, but it can also negatively impact the organizational performance of a business and, therefore, its bottom line. According to the Society for Human Resources Management, the cost…

Many candidates can interview well – but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re the right person for the job. There are ways that you can improve your company’s interview process to get a better sense of whether or not a candidate will be the right fit. At the same time, you can use the interview process…

Remember when screening a candidate past the interview stage was limited to references and a credit, background or drug test? The growth of social media has introduced another dimension to the hiring process – that while on the surface appears positive, can present challenges in gaining a clear picture of a candidate – both socially and professionally….

In a candidate-driven market, top talent are looking to join companies that offer the whole package: not only do they want competitive pay, but a dynamic benefits package and an exciting array of perks that support their overall well-being. Organizations that recognize the most-wanted perks can be more successful at attracting the best talent and…

The “interview” represents the first get-to-know-each-other period for applicants and businesses that are hiring. It gives employers the ability to see whether candidates’ descriptions on paper match what they portray in person. The interview serves the same function for candidates as well, providing a sneak peek into a company’s day-to-day operations. However, when these initial…

By the time a candidate is brought in for an interview, initial screening through a resume and frequently a phone interview, have already warranted them a good match for your company – on paper that is. The objective of bringing the applicant into the office for an interview, is to get a clearer picture of…

In the executive, managerial and professional labor market, unemployment has been hovering around 2 percent, leaving companies across many industries struggling to find top talent.  In a survey conducted by The Wall Street Journal and executive advisory group Visage International, University of Michigan economist Richard Curtin discovered that “the biggest challenge confronting firms is their…