Employers Expected to Hire Fewer New College Grads
College hiring for the Class of 2018 is expected to drop significantly, according to a new report from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE).
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Tournament-Based Competition—Workable at Work?
Employers utilize a number of strategies to encourage employees to go the extra mile. Often, these come in the form of individual employee evaluations where certain goals and expectations are set for employees at the beginning of a quarter, or year, and employees are measured on how well they achieve these goals. But, some employers […]
Workers Indicate Need for More Education and Guidance on Health Care
A new survey conducted among 1,100 American workers reveals their need for education and guidance when it comes to their healthcare benefits. The survey, conducted by Zogby Analytics on behalf of WEX Health, a healthcare financial technology platform provider, sought information about how consumers view and engage with their healthcare benefits by asking workers about […]
Well-Being Programs Drive Engagement and Job Satisfaction
Want a healthier, more productive workforce? Research shows that well-being programs are being used successfully by companies.
Some Workers Prefer Going to the Office
Workplace flexibility is a pretty big deal these days. But, a new survey shows that most workers in the U.S. would rather go the office.
Social Media Recap for #RecruitCon2018
Today we are going to take a look at the top Tweets from RecruitCon 2018.
A Beginner’s Guide to Finding Your Work Passion
I’ve recently started reading Reddit semiregularly, and one of my most-visited subreddits is /r/careerguidance. While the questions submitted range from the very specific (“I’m a history major with two years of work experience at a museum. What other careers might be good for me?”) to the general (“How can I make more money?”), a common […]
Data Hygiene and the Future of Recruiting
It’s no secret—recent hiring surges have led to a more competitive job market. And, as a result, recruiters and hiring managers are now operating within what is referred to as a “candidate-driven market.” This means high-quality candidates can be selective about which interviews they take and, ultimately, which company they work for.
Low Unemployment Rate Makes It a ‘Buyer’s Market’ for Job Candidates
The Bureau of Labor Statics (BLS) has released its April 2018 Employment Situation report, which highlights that the shrinking unemployment rate is making it a buyer’s market for job candidates, according to Nick Cromydas, Co-founder and CEO of Hunt Club, a tech-enabled recruiting service based in Chicago, Illinois.The BLS reports that the unemployment rate has […]
New Hampshire Employers, Are You Ready for Potential Paid Family Leave Law?
Recently, the New Hampshire House of Representatives passed (by a narrow five-vote margin) House Bill 628, which would create a voluntary family and medical leave insurance (FMLI) program.