Employees have a significant impact on the effectiveness of your organization. With the right people on board, you can expect higher productivity and a stronger company culture. As you fill open jobs, look for candidates with great employee qualities. Integrating these traits into the hiring criteria can help you find people who strengthen the team.… Read More »
Most people spend between eight and 10 hours per day working so it’s important to choose a job that provides physical or emotional benefits. If you are just entering the workforce or considering a career change, you may be struggling to decide what path to take. In this article, we discuss why people sometimes can’t… Read More »
Volunteering can help you make friends, learn new skills, advance your career, and even feel happier and healthier. Learn how to find the right volunteer opportunity for you. Why volunteer? With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Volunteering offers vital help to… Read More »
Originally published 4/5/2021 on the Excelerant blog. When a company partners with an external recruiter, the company benefits from the recruiter’s years of experience and knowledge. Salary norms, skills qualifications, career expectations, and the hiring environment all work together in the hiring puzzle, and these are all factors in the reasons why companies work with a… Read More »
Employers use resumes throughout the hiring process to learn more about candidates and determine whether they might be a good fit. An effective resume is easy to read, summarizes your accomplishments and skills and highlights relevant experience. Learning how to showcase your credentials on a resume can help you impress potential employers. In this article,… Read More »
Resignation numbers have remained abnormally high in the U.S. between July 2021 and October 2021, with millions of Americans quitting their jobs — which also means there are millions of new openings up for grabs. If you’re entering the market for the first time, or just looking to make a change, use this guide to prepare for your… Read More »
Navigating the job market can be challenging for seasoned professionals and those entering the workforce for the first time. Considering the uncertainty of the economy and the ever-changing landscape, taking a strategic approach to your job search is imperative. Additionally, the job market is expected to remain competitive in 2024. Further, January and February are… Read More »
Hiring for Skills It’s not about where you’ve been, it’s what you know: hiring for skills In 2024, it’s your skills (not the pedigree of past employers on your resume) that count. It’s a big win for diversity, equity and inclusion. And widening the talent pool will bring big advantages to organizations, too. With so… Read More »
Early Career Hiring It’s never too early: Doubling down on early career hiring Some professional jobs will continue to call for college degrees. But in 2024, recruiters will cast their net wider. Larger employers will woo candidates while they’re still in high school. Others will search for hires in technical and non-traditional higher education institutions.… Read More »
With hiring around the world still in decline, employers will be increasingly vigilant about making sure every hire is the right one. “If you’re not going to be growing as much in the coming year, you want to have a degree of comfort that you have the right people,” says Amy Schultz, global head of talent acquisition… Read More »