It should come as no surprise that one of the most influential technologies of the 21st century, artificial intelligence (AI), is also widely by recruiters as a tool to attract, screen, and engage candidates for open positions. But what if human bias is affecting how we create algorithms for AI…
Coined by Harvard Business Review, the term “hidden workers” is both wonderfully apt and a bit of a misnomer. At first glance, you might mistake the phrase as being tantamount to potential workers who are flying under the radar of employment by choice. What are hidden workers? Hidden workers are…
The transition from an employer-driven to a candidate-driven market can be a significant adjustment for many companies. The need for optimizing processes and being as resourceful as possible is a must and is often approached from a limited lens, ultimately excluding neurodiverse talent. The good news is that there are…
The pandemic has had a direct impact on the hiring process since it has transformed workplace culture and the places where we work. Despite the effectiveness of more traditional tactics like the manual search for talent, modernizing your recruiting strategies can help you stand out in a candidate-driven labor market. …
The pandemic is shaping American culture and restructuring where we work, the tools we use, who we work with, and the work environment. Often an intangible quality, work culture is crucial to any employee experience. When applying for jobs, people look for an atmosphere that aligns with their personal goals…
In March of 2020, companies and cities essentially shut down due to the pandemic. The next month, in April, the number of American employees who were working remotely doubled, soaring from 31% to 62%. This reaction to a global emergency established a new normal, as nearly one year later in…
Boomerang hiring may seem like a last-ditch effort to keep your small business afloat. However, the effects of the COVID-19 era, and a shift in employee perspectives, triggered the great resignation for even the biggest organizations, compromising overall revenue growth and sustainability due to the labor shortage. Consequently, businesses…
In recent years, there has been a global restructuring of the workforce. Whereas job security for workers was a major point of concern at the onset of the pandemic, employers today are facing new challenges as ‘The Great Resignation’ continues on. In July of 2021 alone, over four million Americans…
In a world where cultural, ethnic, racial, and gender diversity in the workplace is increasingly valued, a different type of demographic is rising to the forefront of the collective consciousness – the neurodiverse. Neurodiversity (ND) is an umbrella term that includes any individuals whose minds are “wired” atypically. Neurodiversity can…
Tis’ the season of scrambling to meet year-end recruiting goals. The holidays are here and it’s time to get ready for the new year. Although holidays are a time for rest, fellowship, sugar cookies and gifts, it’s easy for goals to fall by the wayside if you let them. There are ways to enjoy the festivities, relax a bit, and still accomplish your recruiting goals…