Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the way companies recruit new employees. From resume screening to interview preparation, AI is streamlining the hiring process and making it more efficient. But what are the benefits and potential drawbacks of using AI in recruitment? How can employers prepare for this new reality? Benefits of Using AI in Recruitment One of the key benefits
Creating an executive search strategy is essential to finding the right senior leader and ultimately the success of your organization. In fact, according to The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), “failure rates for senior executives are high—and getting higher. The rate of CEO turnovers [for example] for a variety of causes has been increasing lately, and research shows that
When it comes to hiring new employees, conducting reference checks is an essential step in the process. Reference checks provide valuable insights into a candidate’s work history, skills, and character. However, it’s important to conduct these checks effectively to ensure you get the most out of them. Here are 10 tips to help you conduct informative and thorough reference checks.
While hiring freezes are often initiated to provide economic relief, they can pose significant challenges for human resource (HR) leaders, talent acquisition professionals, and department managers. Current and potential employees are often left feeling uncertain about how a hiring freeze will impact their future with the company. However, employers can take several measures to prevent employee panic and preserve candidate
Employees (40+) are legally protected against acts of discrimination based on age. However, in addition to how we act, ageism is also caused by stereotypes (our thoughts) and prejudices (our feelings) towards others. Combating ageism in the workplace isn’t easy. That’s why we’ve prepared four key strategies to help prevent ageism and strengthen your team! 1. Identify Signs of Workplace
High employee turnover can be a huge drain on productivity, morale, and company resources. In fact, an employee’s departure can cost up to one-third of that employee’s annual earnings. The costs can add up quickly and the only way to break the cycle is to develop an understanding of the root cause. Here are three of the most common reasons
Evaluating whether a candidate is qualified for a position can take weeks or months. In fact, the average hiring process takes around 43 days and involves conducting multiple rounds of interviews. Yet, according to the PwC Future of Recruiting Survey, “Sixty percent of candidates said the hiring process should take less than a month from the time they submit an
One of the single most important steps in the hiring process is providing all candidates with post-interview feedback even if you’ve decided against hiring them right now. Why? Preparing and sharing post-interview feedback reinforces your positive reputation as an employer and strengthens long-term relationships with job seekers. It also creates an opportunity for candidates to share their perspectives on your
It’s the perfect time of year for hiring managers and human resources (HR) teams to look back and leap forward! As we enter 2023, we’re optimistic about the job market. Even amid economic concerns and tech layoffs, many employers are still competing for the best candidates. Consider implementing these essential HR recruitment strategies to find and hire top talent! 1)
Candidates have been known to disappear even after they’ve accepted an offer and agreed to start on a specific date. In fact, a study by Indeed cites that in 2019 alone, 22% of new hires accepted a job offer but didn’t show up for their first day of work–oftentimes with little or no communication. So, how can businesses avoid getting
