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More Ways to Get Candidate Feedback

In part 1 of this article, we talked about the benefits of getting feedback from job candidates. Now, let’s continue by looking at some tips for doing just that.

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Transparency Only Part of the Gender Pay Gap Solution

Pay transparency has been the gold standard for fighting all kinds of pay inequity. Recent research by PayScale claims that pay transparency does, in fact, solve the gender wage gap. I spoke with an expert about the findings, as well as some of her own research, and she believes pay transparency must be part of […]

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Industry Peer, Inspired eLearning, Wins 4 ‘Communicator Awards’

Communication is essential in any organization—hence the motivation behind the Communicator Awards, which bills itself as “the leading international awards program recognizing big ideas in marketing and communications.” But these awards aren’t just specific to the marketing arena. As the results of the 25th annual Communicator Awards demonstrate, big players in training and eLearning are being recognized, […]

Addressing the Crisis of Employee Emotional Well-Being: A Systems Perspective

The pandemic left an indelible mark on various facets of our lives, but perhaps one of the most profound impacts has been on the emotional well-being of the U.S. workforce. The Leading Indicator Systems’ Workforce Listening Study Series, which uses the 3-minute, image-based AgileBrain assessment, has shed light on an alarming trend. Over the past […]

The Mythical ‘Right Fit’ Isn’t Just Possible but Necessary

I’ve often wondered, “How do we make more perfect matches between candidates and employers?” It’s a question that’s plagued recruiters and staffing professionals for decades, but in the interest of time—and ever-expanding workloads—most have given up the “right fit” for “right now” needs.

The Importance of Being Consistent

A surprisingly large portion of HR depends on being consistent, day in and day out. It’s important to remember, though, that “consistent” doesn’t always mean “exactly the same.”

What’s Hot in Recruiting in 2016?

Staying on top of recruiting trends helps you avoid potential recruiting problems that might affect your organization. Let’s take a look at 2016’s most important trends.

Is Low Engagement Really a Hiring Issue?

While at the SHRM 2016 Annual Conference & Exposition in Washington D.C., we attended a session on the difference between having an engagement problem and having a hiring issue. Bob Kelleher, the speaker, elaborates on the topic.

Be Careful When Scheduling Split-Shift Meetings

Yesterday, Garrett Jensen of the Orange County office of Carothers, DiSante & Freudenberger LLP spelled out the facts of a recent court case in which an employee claimed he was entitled to reporting time pay on days he had meetings scheduled. Today, the court’s ruling.