Let's talk about the state of WFH & flexible work arrangements using a particular example. Employees at BlackRock are preparing their commuting strategies. BlackRock will require its employees to work from the office four days a week starting in mid-September. In a memo to employees from the company's chief operating officer, Rob Goldstein, and human resources chief, Caroline Heller, the company said, "We [...]
Are your job descriptions and ad postings lacking in response? If you want to attract smart talent, you should consider eliminating the jargon in your job postings. No one is attracted to a company advertising for "unicorns, rock stars, jedis, ninjas, wizards or gurus" anymore. There are other phrases that are equally tired, although they may seem hard to replace… Consider the "dynamic [...]
#AI is hot and gaining steam. A recent survey by Statista showed that 28% of Gen X’ers, 27% of Millenials and 29% of Gen Z’ers will be using generative AI tools in the workplace this year. But how about when it comes to recruiting & hiring? Candidates – on balance - are still cold toward it when it comes to AI-enhanced hiring decisions. [...]
It's always good to revisit topics that come up in my business with candidates on a (pretty much) weekly basis. Here is a common one: "What am I supposed to say when the interviewer asks me if I have any questions for THEM? How big picture or detailed should I get?" Such is the plight of every professional entering an interview setting. You [...]
So what is “The Hidden Job Market”? Is it a thing? The hidden job market refers to employment opportunities that are not publicly advertised or easily accessible through traditional channels. Instead, these opportunities are often filled through networking, referrals, and internal promotions. Never mind positions that arise due to an intersection of select & timely available talent and the desire for a company [...]
Ready for another workplace trend term? You've come to the right place. Official word on the street is that the Great Resignation is being replaced with the Big Stay. Chief economist at ADP Nela Richardson recently wrote that US job openings are down 20% from a year ago — their highest peak ever. But companies are still hiring like crazy, and hiring has [...]
Welcome back from the long holiday weekend. Hopefully we all had an enjoyable and safe break where we took time to be grateful for those who paid the ultimate price allowing us to enjoy our country & lives. Long weekends provide us with valuable opportunities to unwind and rejuvenate, but returning to our regular routines can sometimes create blips in our productivity. Here [...]
While effective recruitment strategies are necessary in 2023’s #warfortalent, another crucial area should not be overlooked: employee retention. Retaining top talent has become more vital than ever, and organizations that prioritize this aspect are poised to thrive. A recent article by Forbes revealed that the 2023 average turnover rate in the US is 3.8% with about 2.5% of that attributable to quitting. Further [...]
It's the question that kicks off almost every interview, yet people still often feel unprepared for it… "Tell me about yourself." In theory, this should be the easiest question in the world to answer - we love talking about ourselves! But as a recruiter who has asked this question hundreds - if not thousands - of times, I have heard more awful responses [...]
PSA for May - resume scam alert! We all get inundated by fake emails, texts, and even social media posts. But a new scam making the rounds is targeting job seekers: one which promises resume reformatting. Here's how it works: you're contacted by someone from an alleged recruitment company who found your information online and claims you're an excellent candidate for a well-paying [...]