by Jennifer CostaAugust 11, 2016 Typically, the purpose of a resume is to measure the value of a candidate’s experience and accomplishments, and how this will translate to on-the-job performance. However, research shows resumes are among the least accurate talent assessment tools used in the pre-hire process. Resumes do little to address three incredibly important … Continue reading How Effective are Resumes as Talent Assessment Tools?
August 3, 2016 As a business owner, HR executive, or leader in your company, you have no doubt heard of an applicant tracking system (ATS). Perhaps you have even pondered the idea of whether your company could actually benefit from this type of technology? While some have met the ATS with resistance, most execs would … Continue reading 10 Reasons HR Execs Love Using an Applicant Tracking System
by Sean G. McCormick August 1, 2016August 1, 2016 The “Hire character, train skill” quote is shared to my LinkedIn feed on a weekly basis. At first pass, it’s a reasonable statement. It presents the facet to look qualitatively at candidates, which should be an inform. It wasn’t until I heard how this is being … Continue reading Things That Make You Go Hmmm… Hire Character, Train Skill
by Todd Eiseman July 31, 2016July 31, 2016 Traditionally, the hiring process has been intense and high-pressure for applicants, requiring heavy-duty paperwork and intensive rounds of interviewing. But in recent years, hiring managers have started to realize that the hiring process is also a candidate’s first impression of the company. If it’s too stressful, counterintuitive … Continue reading Here’s Why Your Candidate’s Experience Matters in Background Screening
by Sandra Hess July 30, 2016July 30, 2016 Attracting and recruiting top talent in today’s competitive job market is a challenge for every organization. But for companies hiring for high-volume positions such as call centers, talent selection is even more challenging. Implementing pre-hire assessments and using the data they provide helps identify top performers. However, … Continue reading 3 Strategies to Enhance Your Call Center Talent Selection Process
by Rachel Clapp Miller July 28, 2016 Follow @ContentRachelJuly 28, 2016 There isn’t a sales leader out there who doesn’t want to attract and retain top sales talent. The struggle lies in the ability of your organization to recruit those top performers and keep them on board. Manpower ranked the role of sales representative as … Continue reading Winning the Talent Shortage Battle
by Kathleen Smith July 27, 2016July 27, 2016 You’ve found the perfect candidate who’s gone through round after round of interviews with your team. Everyone loves the candidate’s cultural fit, skills, and experience. It’s time to make an offer so you can close the requisition and focus on other open reqs. But sometimes that last … Continue reading Closing The Req: How HR Pros Can Speed Up The Contract Handling Phase [Infographic]
by Kevin Logterman July 27, 2016July 27, 2016 What comes to mind when you think of brands like S.C. Johnson or Welch’s? We’re confident that one of the first things you think of is the slogan of each of these companies. S.C. Johnson’s slogan, “A Family Company,” and Welch’s “Family Farmer Owned” are two excellent … Continue reading How Challenging Is Recruiting Executives for Family Owned Businesses
by Suzanna Colberg July 22, 2016July 22, 2016 If you build a narrow figurative door to your organization, fewer people can get through. It may take more time, or a larger candidate pool, to find the right people for your open job positions. However, FurstPerson research shows that the applicants who successfully make it through … Continue reading 30% Improvement in Job Performance Starts in the Recruiting Process
Columnist Kerry Jones explains why content marketers need to be both technical wizards and artistic geniuses to land a job. Kerry Jones on July 20, 2016 The days of solely identifying with the left side (technically savvy) or right side (highly creative) of your brain are over for marketers, especially for those hoping to land a … Continue reading What do employers look for in a content marketer?
