Category: Recruiting

Recruiting is changing at a rapid pace. Some organizations are abandoning traditional methods for social media; some think software can do a better job than people.

Red Flags in Employee Self-Evaluations

Employee self-evaluations are an essential part of the overall review process. Self-evaluations give employees a chance to toot their own horns and give their managers insights into how their direct reports see their own strengths and weaknesses.  But self-evaluations can also signal more subtle factors at play in the office. Here are a few red […]

How to Write Job Descriptions That Appeal to Gen Z

A thousand Instagram reels have been pointed at the differences between the various generations—a hello, fellow kids! vibe that’s easy to laugh at but hard to reconcile in the workplace. But as millennials and Gen Xers look to hire more members of Gen Z, the importance of understanding how to recruit members of the younger […]

Navigating the Gig Economy: Pros and Cons of Leveraging Independent Contractors

When it comes to staffing an organization, there are more options than the traditional full-time, closely supervised W-2 employee. Many organizations leverage independent contractors, a type of worker that is treated differently for both employment law and tax purposes, and that offers both advantages and disadvantages when compared to traditional workers. Understanding Independent Contractors Independent […]

AI’s Impact on Entry-Level Jobs

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and, most recently, the rapid proliferation of generative AI (GenAI) has raised both interest and concern among employers and their employees. Initially, there was understandable concerns among employees that AI would eventually come for their jobs. While that concern has ebbed in some circles, there’s no evidence to suggest […]

5 Tips to Reduce Turnover and Hold on to Top Talent

When it comes to ensuring your company has the very best employees, your mind might go directly to recruitment. While it’s true that finding amazing candidates is an essential part of human resources, the truth is that it’s only the beginning of a long and complex process of making and keeping hires. Employee turnover can […]

 “Ghost Jobs”: What’s Up with That?

The term “ghosting” originally surfaced to describe relationship situations where someone suddenly ends communication or contact with another, with no explanation. It has since extended into professional settings, including the workplace. For instance, during the hiring process some employers have discovered that they have been ghosted by candidates who start, but don’t finish, the process—and […]

Recent Data Shows Employers Souring on Gen Z Workers 

It’s a simple fact that Gen Z will continue to represent an increasingly significant proportion of the workforce. They already represent roughly one quarter of workers, and that percentage will continue to grow as more Zoomers enter the workforce and more Boomers and Gen X retire. This generational shift is part of basic demographics.  But […]

Despite Progress, Lack of College Degree Still Carries Stigma Among Many Employers 

A college degree doesn’t seem to have the same bang for its buck as it once did. In addition to exploding costs, many Americans are questioning the very need for a college degree in many fields.  Formerly Valued  In the second half of the 20th century, a college education was almost synonymous with future success. […]

Ask the Expert: Can Positive Drug Tests Be Cause for Termination?

Question: If we have a drug-free workplace policy and implement random testing, can we fire an employee who tests positive even if the employee simply used marijuana outside the workplace and wasn’t impaired? Answer: The short answer is yes. Employers in Wisconsin specifically are allowed to conduct random drug testing of their employees. If an […]

What We Learned from HR+AI 2024

HR Daily Advisor and Human Capital Institute brought together industry experts and attendees at HR+AI 2024, live in New York City on Tuesday October 22. Even if you missed these thrilling discussions on AI’s growing role in recruiting, the candidate experience, and engagement, you can still learn from the event! AI Can Do a Lot, […]