Recruitment Roundup – Technology Takeover

Welcome back to another week of Recruitment Roundup! Technology has taken over our lives, and that’s not changing any time soon. This week, we look at how the use of technology is not only changing the recruitment space, but the overall workplace as well. Hopefully these articles inspire you to take next week by storm! Happy reading, everyone.

Activate Passive Candidates Through Retargeting

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In a never-ending battle to reach and acquire top talent, HR pros and recruiters are being forced to think outside the box to fill openings. Though a lot of people look at jobs, only the most active job seekers are applying every day. Retargeting is a way to activate other professionals, who may otherwise not be on the hunt for a new job. And, if recruiters aren’t making use of this up-and-coming recruitment tactic, they could be missing out on top candidates, who are not yet active job seekers.

Employers, Want Some Advice? Take a Page from the Gig Economy Handbook

Lured by an entrepreneurial spirit, an exciting earning potential, and increased flexibility, professionals of all shapes and sizes have left traditional desk jobs for stints with companies like Uber, Postmates or Task Rabbit. And this trend isn’t slowing down. According to a 2017 report by Intuit and Emergent Research, the number of workers in the gig economy is expected to sky rocket from 3.9 million to 9.2 million by 2021.

Recruitment Roundup – Everything but the Kitchen Sink

Welcome back to another week of Recruitment Roundup! This week, we’ve got a little bit of everything. From payroll surveys to performance management innovations, we’ve gathered an assortment of articles that are bound to get you thinking. Hopefully these articles inspire you to take next week by storm! Happy reading, everyone.

Stop the Revolving Door: How to Hire (and Keep) Employees in this High Turnover Field

Question: What’s one of the most in-demand jobs with one of the highest turnover rates?

No, it’s not middle school teachers who have to make sure kids don’t eat Tide Pods. Nor is it postal workers who work in canine laden neighborhoods. So, what job is it? The answer is registered nurses.

Who’s Taking Care of Grandma? – Healthcare Hiring Crisis Solved

Of the many “unsexy” jobs out there, home health aide is at the top of the list. But, make no mistake, they’re incredibly important roles. It takes a special and selfless person to help a stranger with the basics like bathing, eating and dressing.

Elder care workers, including home health aides, are among the most necessary and in-demand employees as the Baby Boomer generation continues to age. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, elder care employment will grow 41% by 2026.

Recruitment Roundup – Retail Therapy

Welcome back to another week of Recruitment Roundup! This week we’re all about retail. It’s a changing landscape that will continue to present new recruitment challenges as it evolves. So, we gathered articles with potential problems and solutions for hiring in the modern-day retail industry.  Hopefully these articles inspire you to take next week by storm! Happy reading, everyone.

Recruitment Roundup – Ethics & The Law

Welcome back to another week of Recruitment Roundup! This week we’re diving into ethics and the law. We see just how bad it gets for companies when they cross over from unethical into illegal territory. We also take a look at how acting ethically when it comes to policies can not only improve reputation, but also retention. The moral of this week’s story? Be ethical in your business practices, it pays off.  Hopefully these articles inspire you to take next week by storm! Happy reading, everyone.

Mind Your (Bedside) Manners: Hiring for Soft Skills in Healthcare

How would you tell someone their father’s died? Or that they have cancer? As a recruiter, those questions probably don’t cross your mind. But for some of the healthcare practitioners you help hire, it’s a challenge they’re faced with on a regular basis.

Recruitment Roundup – Misconceptions

Welcome back to another week of Recruitment Roundup! This week we look at a few workplace misconceptions. From trade workers to KPIs and even the habits of senior leaders, we look at how perception can sometimes be misleading. Hopefully these articles inspire you to take next week by storm! Happy reading, everyone.