The Value of Networking: Why It’s Worth Your Time
There’s a time-worn adage in the business world: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” While that statement may be somewhat exaggerated, it certainly carries a measure of truth. Without having the right contacts, even the most qualified job candidates may struggle to find suitable roles; and even the best companies to work for may struggle […]
5 Ways To Utilize ChatGPT in the Hiring Process
ChatGPT is an AI-driven tool that many businesses are experimenting with to streamline their operations. From drafting communications to conducting searches, ChatGPT is becoming integrated into everyday business. When it comes to hiring, you may be surprised by the variety of ways companies can utilize ChatGPT to enhance their process. Let’s discuss five ways you can […]
Extending a Strong Job Offer: How Employers Can Secure Top Talent
Finding top talent in today’s market is important, but it’s only the first step in a successful candidate search. Once you’ve identified the best candidate for an open position, the next key step is to extend a strong job offer to him or her. With so much competition over exceptional applicants, this is a crucial […]
Job Interview Tips for the Interviewer (+11 Must-Ask Questions)
Hiring the right employees for your organization is both vitally important and a highly challenging. It’s key that you identify candidates with the right skills and qualities to not only perform their duties effectively, but also fit into the culture your company is trying to foster. Of course, the only way to accomplish this goal […]
Finding Top Tech Talent Starts With the Interview: Review These Dos and Don’ts
In a tight, candidate-driven market, it’s important for hiring managers to maximize their opportunities for finding exceptional tech talent. One of the best ways to do so is to prepare for and conduct effective interviews. What are some key dos and don’ts to consider throughout the interview process? In the information below, we’ve listed interview […]
Cover Letters: What Hiring Managers Should Look For
Cover letters may not be quite as common as they once were. However, reports of the cover letter’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. While many think they have gone the way of landlines and cable — “outdated” or “not necessary” — a well-written cover letter can be very impactful for any hiring manager who wants […]
What’s the Best Hiring Option? FTE, Contract, Outsourcing….
Hiring skilled professionals is a critical aspect of any effective business plan. Of course, there are a number of factors that determine exactly what constitutes a “skilled professional” for your business. For instance, one of the most common dilemmas that employers face is what kind of professional they want to bring onboard for a specific role. What […]
6 Important Things To Look For When Reviewing Candidate Resumes
Hiring the right candidate for an open position is one of the most challenging tasks there is in today’s business world. Simply reviewing candidate resumes can be overwhelming. For example, one study found that online job openings receive an average of 250+ resumes for each listing; IT openings receive an average of 386. That’s 386 different candidates […]
7 Tips To Attract Top Talent in a Highly Competitive Market
Today’s job market is a tight, competitive space for the vast majority of employers. Consider this. There’s less than one unemployed American (0.7) to each open position. As a result, many companies are scrambling to attract top talent, especially in technology roles. If you’re currently searching to fill critical openings at your organization, what can […]
Does Your Hiring Strategy Consider Cultural Fit?
The primary objective of any recruiter is to find the most talented, promising candidates available, and then use them to fill open roles that match their experience, skill set, and goals. However, cultural fit is often ignored in a company’s hiring strategy. As a result, even the best-looking candidates can quickly turn into “bad hires.” […]
