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What is an Applicant Tracking System?

An Applicant Tracking System, or ATS, is a type of software that helps businesses manage their recruitment process. It is a tool that automates the tracking, sorting, and storing of job applicants’ data. ATS systems are commonly used by companies to streamline their hiring process and improve the efficiency of their recruitment efforts. Organization in […]

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Dealing with Coworkers: Tips for a Smooth Workplace

It’s no secret that dealing with coworkers can be challenging at times. Whether it’s conflicting personalities or competing work styles, it’s important to find ways to get along and work together effectively. Here are some tips for dealing with coworkers and creating a smooth workplace: Communicate openly and honestly Effective communication is key in any […]

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Maximizing Employee Engagement

Employee engagement is crucial for a successful business. Engaged employees are more productive, motivated, and loyal to the company. So, how can you ensure that your employees are engaged? Set Clear Goals and Expectations Make sure that employees know what is expected of them and how their work fits into the larger goals of the […]

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Top Company Diversification Strategies To Weather Recessions

If you’re worried that today’s inflation may lead to a recession, you’re not alone. Many companies may be looking for diversification strategies to weather recessions. While this is an intelligent and preparatory tactic, it can also mean that companies need to hire executives with experience in diversification. So if you’re recruiting online for executives, learn more […]

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How to Effectively Manage HR Compliance and Office Politics

Office politics are common in any company. Nonetheless, they can ruin productivity, reduce morale, and cause wasted time, effort, and even good talent. Some root causes of office politics include competition for advancement, striving for constant attention (and the boss’s ear) and the need always to get your “own way.” Office politics can get downright […]

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Why Your Company Should Use Independent Contractors

Hiring contract employees is on the rise among corporations. So does this mean the days of the golden handshake (or the new era of elbow bumps), class A office space and water cooler gossip are a thing of the past? Not quite, and there’s no need to worry about losing your cozy corner office just […]

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Top Recruiting Trends Driving The COVID-19 Pandemic Job Market

The art of recruiting is taking a turn, focusing on treating candidates more like customers. Companies want to groom and entice applicants because studies show that our current job market is candidate-driven. Skyrocketing unemployment during the COVID-19 pandemic has made it challenging for employers to rehire and fill vacant job openings. This new trend indicates […]

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The Legalities Of Social Media Employment Screening

It’s tempting and easy to take a job applicant’s data and quickly type in a search in social media programs, such as Facebook and Instagram. Employers can quickly get inside applicant’s uncensored heads and learn more about potential applicants. But is this type of employment screening legal? There are two sides to the controversial topic of […]

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Double Check: Do Your Words Detour Females Candidate?

Research shows that if companies use the wrong words in a job description, it may detour highly qualified female candidates from applying. It’s important that companies write gender-neutral job descriptions and applications in a gender-neutral tone. For example, remove all feminine or masculine vocabulary to help increase the likelihood of qualified men and women applying for […]

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What to Know When Hiring Teens for Restaurant Jobs

The U.S. Department of Labor has a Wage and Hour Division that provides advice and guidance to employers to comply with child labor provisions. Many young adults and teens have part-time jobs, but employers must comply with federal regulations. If you’re looking to hire teens for part-time restaurant work in this post-pandemic era, read on.  Know […]