Hiring Advice Archives

Recruitment Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Talent

Blog, Hiring AdviceBy Sophia Gambino October 10, 2023

Time to Read: 5 mins

Recruitment Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Employees Summary:
– Gen Z is a tech-savvy, socially conscious generation that values flexibility, purpose, and work-life balance.
– Understanding their values and behaviors can help hiring managers form recruitment strategies to appeal to Gen Z talent.
– Ensuring a seamless onboarding experience, competitive compensation, and purpose-driven projects are ways your company can retain Gen Z employees.

Beyond the Numbers: Why Diversity and Inclusion are Crucial for Your Marketing Team

Hiring AdviceBy Polly Brady September 26, 2023

Time to Read: 4 mins

Why Recruit a Diverse Marketing Team Summary:
– Value of Diversity: Diverse teams bring varied perspectives, fostering innovation and creativity in marketing strategies.
– Inclusive Hiring Practices: Implement strategies to attract a wide range of candidates, such as using diverse job boards and creating an inclusive company culture.
– Ongoing Support: Provide continuous training and development opportunities to ensure all team members can contribute effectively and feel valued within the organization

7 Common Myths About Gen Z in the Workplace: Debunked

Career Advice, Hiring AdviceBy Sophia Gambino September 14, 2023

Time to read: 10 mins

Gen Z in the Workplace Myths Summary:
– Gen Z is comprised of those born between 1997-2012.
– Lazy, unmotivated, and technology-addicts are common misconceptions of this generation.
– Many of the perceived flaws of this generation are actually unique strengths of Gen Z in the workplace.

Emerging AI Job Titles in Creative and Marketing

Blog, Career Advice, Hiring AdviceBy Polly Brady September 8, 2023

Time to read: 6 mins

Emerging AI Job Titles in Creative and Marketing Summary:
– Without a doubt, AI has taken the world by storm and has become a part of everyday life, both personally and in business.
– Brief overview of 10 emerging AI Job Titles in Creative and Marketing
– Finding the right AI professionals will be especially important as AI technology develops even further.

Tailor Your Resume to Any Job Using These 6 Tips

Career Advice, Hiring AdviceBy Sophia Gambino March 13, 2023

Time to Read: 6 mins
Tailor Your Resume to the Job Description Summary:
– Job searching online is convenient, but the vast reach of the internet means that most jobs receive many unqualified applicants.
– Many companies utilize Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to help sift through applicant resumes.
– Use the tips below to tailor your resume to the job description and ensure it makes it through ATS.

Strengthening Your Mind & Overcoming the Sunday Scaries

Career Advice, Hiring AdviceBy Christy DeAngelo October 4, 2022

Time to read: 5 mins

Overcoming the Sunday Scaries Summary:
– The Sunday Scaries are a real thing; psychologically referred to as anticipatory anxiety.
– Work is the main source of the Sunday Scaries. Companies are working towards more initiatives around workplace mental health.
– Tips to strengthen the ability to control your mind and thoughts and reframe your mindset around Sundays.

How Do You Conduct a Reference Check

Hiring AdviceBy Polly Brady August 31, 2022

Time to Read: 3 minutes

Reference Check Summary:
– Four types of references to ask for.
– Three references should be spoken to thoroughly.
– What questions to ask during the reference check phone call.
– What questions to avoid in a reference check.

Effective Performance Improvement Plans

Hiring AdviceBy Polly Brady August 3, 2022

Time to Read: 6 minutes

Performance Improvement Plans Summary:
– A PIP is a tool that offers a commitment from the manager to the employee to help them improve.
– Include these 5 pieces of information to deliver a well thought plan to help get the employee back on track to being successful and achieving their goals.
– The length of time for a PIP can last 30, 60, or 90 days depending on the objective.
– Operational tips to help avoid putting employees on a PIP.

3 Prong Approach to Keeping Candidates Warm

Hiring AdviceBy Christy DeAngelo July 28, 2022

Time to read: 3 minutes

How to Keep Candidates Warm Summary:
– Talent Pool Readiness: Maintaining a pool of “warm” candidates ensures that companies have readily available talent during hiring surges or when sudden vacancies occur.
– Continuous Engagement: Regular communication and engagement with potential candidates keep them interested and available, reducing the risk of losing top talent to competitors.
– Strategic Hiring: Keeping candidates warm supports long-term recruitment strategies by building a network of qualified candidates who are familiar with the company and its culture.

What You Need to Know About a Four Day Work Week

Career Advice, Hiring AdviceBy Sophia Gambino July 18, 2022

Time to Read: 6 mins

Four Day Work Week Summary:
– A four day work week refers to a 32 hour work week with the same pay rate as a 40 hour work week.
– Priorities are shifting in the workforce and employees value work-life balance.
– There are many benefits to a four day work week for both employees and companies alike.
– Various companies across the globe have adopted a four day work week using a range of models.

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