As more companies become confident an economic downturn is on the way, it becomes more attractive to staff your organization with contract workers to keep up with changing demand for your products or services. What is a Contract Worker? Contract workers are individuals who are hired on a temporary basis for a fixed term or… Read more »
Ten years ago, managers widely perceived social media as a distraction, even going so far as to block access to social sites on company computers. Today, the smartest businesses use employee social media use to their advantage. Getting employees on board with your social media strategy will set you apart from your competitors without costing… Read more »
Remote working was already a trend to watch prior to 2020. Statistics from Buffer found that 44% of employees say at least one or two members of their team work remotely all the time. Are you thinking about building a remote tech team? Keep reading to learn more about the benefits associated with all-remote teams…. Read more »
Born after 1996 and turning 24 in 2021, Gen Z is about to reimagine the workplace. Unlike Millennials, Gen Z came of age during a period with record-low unemployment and a strong economy. Recruiting the best talent will take more effort. Are you ready to make your company attractive to Gen Z tech talent? Use… Read more »
You are the best at what you do, cultivate a compelling atmosphere, and deploy a well-oiled recruitment process. But will those factors be enough to win and retain top talent in 2021? According to research from Glassdoor, 80% of employees would prefer benefits over a pay raise. What benefits will job seekers and current employees… Read more »
COVID-19 changed the workplace fast – but did it change it for good? With most businesses coming up on nine months of changed workplace dynamics, it seems likely that some trends have become the new way of doing things. Here are some things that are likely to become more long-term. More remote or hybrid work:… Read more »
Going into the new year, you might have started thinking about looking for a new role. While you might be ready for a new challenge, that doesn’t necessarily mean you want everyone else to know you’re looking. If you’re concerned that if people get wind of your job hunt that your current role might be… Read more »
Not being able to find a qualified candidate to fill a role is probably one of the most stressful things that can happen to a hiring manager. Second to that? Having two or more qualified candidates that you can’t decide between. When faced with candidates who have similar backgrounds and experiences and show the same… Read more »
Finding the right talent depends on asking the right questions. You need to know what to ask candidates to be able to accurately assess their skills, abilities, and team fit. You’re looking to find the right hire when looking at tech candidates, here’s where to start. Ask Your Tech Candidates These Questions “What skills do… Read more »
Ethical recruiting refers to recruiting focuses on careful, considered selection and placement. A hiring process should have a regular, reliable cadence that allows positions to be filled in a timely manner and doesn’t leave candidates in an endless process. But ethical hiring focuses on quality candidates over quantity and is meant to facilitate the right long-term fit as… Read more »