Tag: hiring

AI’s Impact on Hiring: Keep the Human in Your Talent Acquisition Practices  

AI is a tool like anything else. So, when I hear about AI in hiring, I think less about the AI itself and what it is capable of and more about how companies, teams and individuals may use it. Talent Acquisition (TA) and retention is a people-centered process: It wouldn’t be wise to overuse AI […]

The Great Greenification: Integrating Sustainability into HR Practices

Sustainability has evolved from a box to check to a competitive advantage for savvy companies. HR now has the opportunity to spearhead an eco-conscious cultural shift that future-proofs its workforce and boosts recruitment, retention, and reputation. By championing green initiatives such as renewable energy, paperless systems, sustainability education, and flexible remote work policies, forward-thinking HR […]

The Presidential Election Could Have Major Consequences for U.S. Employees

With layers of political uncertainty ahead, the consequences of the 2024 presidential election could impact the U.S. workforce for years to come. From Vernā Meyers, Netflix’s former head of diversity,  predicting that the potential outcomes of this year’s presidential election could be direct and devastating for employees and their families to former president Donald Trump […]

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10 Nursing Jobs Not in a Hospital

Nursing is a wonderful career path. But sometimes, people have a limited view of nursing and only envision nurses working in a hospital setting. While more than half of all nursing jobs are in hospitals, the nursing field offers many practice areas in diverse and sometimes unexpected settings. 1. Med spa nursing. Nurses in a […]

Increase in PTO Requests Highlights Need for Flexibility

In a corporate world where the phrase “time is money” is often taken to heart, a refreshing shift is on the horizon. The latest Workforce Insights Report from BambooHR, a cloud-based HR firm, suggests employees are increasingly prioritizing work/life balance. In January 2024, for example, paid-time-off (PTO) requests hit a 4-year peak, signaling a profound […]

How to Assess Candidate Integrity in Interviews

In the hiring or recruiting process, evaluating candidate integrity is integral to ensure you are bringing in the right person for the organization. Beyond skills and experience, integrity is the indicator for trustworthiness, accountability, and principles — indispensable qualities for a principled workplace. Interviews are the time to delve into candidate values to gauge alignment […]

5 Continuous Improvement Techniques to Refine Recruitment Communications

Finding the best talent for your company is more than a simple review of resumes to identify the most fitting qualifications. Recruiters are an important component of generating interest in open job positions and finding the perfect addition to your team. As a recruiter, harnessing the correct communication channels and methods can veritably enhance your […]

The Pitfalls of AI Applicant Screening Tools

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool for streamlining the hiring process. By automating the screening of large volumes of job applications, AI promises unparalleled efficiencies, enabling recruiters to swiftly identify top candidates. However, this technological advancement isn’t without its pitfalls. As we integrate AI deeper into the recruitment process, the specter of […]

5 Critical Skills HR Leaders Must Hire and Train for in an AI-Dominated Workplace

There is no question that virtually every job will eventually be affected by AI. Forrester predicts that approximately 8% of US knowledge workers will leverage Gen AI as Microsoft begins rapid roll-out of Microsoft 365 Copilot. In some ases, AI will simply be complementary to the job as AI helps reshape workflows, assists with task […]

The “Unretirement” Boom

The phenomenon of “unretirement,” where retirees re-enter the workforce, is gaining momentum. Recent data from Nationwide reveals that one in three current retirees are contemplating a return to work, driven largely by desires for increased social interaction and to alleviate boredom. This trend is reshaping the landscape of employment and prompting a reevaluation of workplace […]