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In an era where the job market is in constant flux, understanding the nuances of resume trends becomes crucial for both job seekers and employers. A recent comprehensive analysis of over 12,000 resumes submitted by US-based job seekers in 2023 sheds light on the evolving preferences and strategies in resume crafting. This study not only […]
Even as employers continue to try and understand the Millennial workforce, a new generation has begun to apply for employment.
Ineffective training programs cost organizations millions or billions of dollars each year. And some studies have suggested that only 10% of all corporate training is effective at all.
In the last several months, we’ve seen continuing coverage of the #MeToo movement as well as the disclosure of new scandals, including the controversy that embroiled CBS News and its former CEO, Les Moonves. Of course, there is much yet to be learned, but discussions of whether CBS’s problems would be “solved” when Moonves stepped […]
Citing greater participation rates and easier implementation, a wellness consultant thinks small companies have the edge in implementing wellness programs. If you’ve been keeping up with business news, you know that Toyota Motor Company has just become the biggest maker of motor vehicles in the world. Toyota is stepping out in another way as well […]
We have a departing employee who has withdrawn more from his FSA than he has contributed. Can we deduct the balance owed from his final paycheck? Deductions of this type are not permissible under the Section 125 rules for FSAs.
The coronavirus crisis has forced organizations to try out remote work arrangements whenever possible, whether they were ready to do so or not. Some organizations had been doing this for years, and the transition was pretty simple. Others had been resistant to the idea but came around because it was the best option to continue […]
According to iCIMS Chief Marketing Officer, Susan Vitale—in a recent RecruitCon 2018 session—81% of college seniors said they would be willing to accept a full‐time job in a field unrelated to their college major. With salary expectations for entry-level positions on the rise, college graduates may have to end up settling for a position outside […]
It often feels like a mad dash to hire good people to meet seasonal demand, but forecasts aren’t always right, and needs shift daily. The hiring process for seasonal work has not come close to maximizing its potential.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is capturing the headlines right now, thanks to new consumer-friendly tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and other interfaces. There’s great potential in these new tools for both those seeking employment and those doing the hiring. For executives, leveraging AI is all about balance. It can definitely play a role in your job search […]