Traditional resumes no longer provide a comprehensive view of a candidate’s abilities and potential. To identify top talent, organizations are adopting skills-based hiring approaches that focus on evaluating candidates based on their transferable skills. Let’s explore why resumes are no longer enough, discuss tips on spotting transferable skills, and learn about the role of skills… Read More »
In today’s modern workplace, the concept of flexible scheduling has gained significant attention. Offering flexibility in how and when employees work can profoundly impact employee retention. But what does flexible scheduling entail, and why does it boost retention? What is Flexible Scheduling? Flexible scheduling refers to a work arrangement that allows employees to have more… Read More »
In the competitive world of recruitment, finding the right candidates for your organization is crucial. Ensuring successful hiring starts with defining job roles and responsibilities, creating clear job descriptions, and establishing comprehensive job requirements. Of course, that can be easier said than done. Let’s explore the importance of these elements and how they can help… Read More »
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations recognize that diversity and inclusion are more than just buzzwords—they are essential components of a successful and thriving company. Building a culture that values diversity and fosters inclusion is not only the right thing to do, but it also brings significant benefits to your organization. Keep reading to… Read More »
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been in the news a lot recently, especially since the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT platform. And while forms of AI have been around in the HR and recruiting worlds for some time, we are entering a new era in terms of what this technology can do – and how it might… Read More »
Do you have a rewards or recognition program in place at your company? Incentives and recognition are important for many reasons, employee retention included. But why are recognition and rewards so important? What might powerful incentives look like, and how can you go about implementing an official program in your organization? Keep reading to find… Read More »
A bad hire can spell disaster for your company. The financial impact can be significant – it’s estimated that a single bad hire can cause your company to lose 30% or more of the individual’s expected first-year earnings. And it’s not just about money. The drain a bad hire puts on morale cannot be overlooked.… Read More »
In today’s post-pandemic world, remote and hybrid work is more common than ever. And most job seekers are happy about that – added flexibility and work-life balance are some of the top perks today’s workforce desires, especially members of Generation Z. But another perk is still just as important for employee satisfaction and retention, perhaps… Read More »
Hiring a brand-new employee is one way to fill a vacancy within your organization. But it’s not the only way. There is also internal hiring; identifying someone who already works for your company that could fill that open job. Promoting from within has many benefits – and it also has its challenges. For most organizations,… Read More »
Employee retention is a challenge that nearly every business faces at one point or another. And because a high turnover rate can be very expensive – estimates put the cost of a bad hire at around 30% of the employee’s first-year earnings – you want to do all you can to shut that revolving door. … Read More »