Missourians Vote to Reject Right-to-Work Law
Missourians went to the polls August 7 and soundly defeated Proposition A, the state’s right-to-work law that has been on hold for almost a year. Voters rejected the law by about a 2-to-1 margin.
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What Makes Company Culture Really?
Even when a company doesn’t try to cultivate its culture, that culture is there. It’s the personality of an organization from the perspective of its employees and includes things like the company’s mission, expectations, and overall work atmosphere. Whether it’s officially documented, symbolized in the business logo, or merely an unspoken but understood definition, culture […]
Financial Leaders Influence in HR and IT Expanding, Finds Study
For years HR professionals have struggled to gain a seat at executive table. New research shows that that trend works the other way too.
How to Find the ‘Explainers’ and Turn Them into Your L&D Warriors
There’s lots of noise out there around which skills people should gain in order to get good jobs and have successful careers. If nothing else, the debate has yielded one irrefutable conclusion: We all need to be lifelong learners. We all need to get good at adapting and maintaining our skill sets to stay relevant […]
Recruiting Basics: Searching for Candidates on LinkedIn
In yesterday’s article, we’ve already established what it takes to lure in candidates with an amazing LinkedIn® recruiter profile. Today we’ll uncover how to search for potential candidates using the free search function in LinkedIn.
How to Identify a Leader in the Recruitment Process (Part 1)
The biggest mistake that recruiters make when hiring is focusing on the individual and the individual’s experience as the primary means of determining the right candidate.
The Real Shapes and Sizes of 'Company Culture' (Part 2)
Adding to yesterday’s post, here’s more information about the various shapes and sizes of company culture, with some real-life examples.
Offering Flexibility Is a Great Way to Attract Top Talent
When considering whether or not to stay with their current employer or look for a new job, 73% of respondents say the flexibility an employer offers aids in their decision.
The Benefits of Hiring Veterans and How to Recruit Them
We’re currently experiencing one of the lowest unemployment rates for veterans in the United States since the Great Recession of the early 2000s, at 3.7%. However, veterans are still extremely underemployed, meaning that they’re not applying for or acquiring jobs that truly meet their experiences, strengths, skill sets, and capabilities.
How to Create and Promote an Employer Brand to Attract Desirable Candidates
Although 60% of CEOs think that their employer brand lies solely with them, research also indicates that 69% of job applicants are more likely to apply to a job for employers that actively manage their employer brands. So, recruiters should be heavily involved with creating and managing their employer brand, too.