Negotiating salary is an essential part of the hiring process, but it can be challenging, especially in a candidates' market. In a candidates' market, job seekers have more options and can be more selective about the roles they accept, which means that employers may need to work harder to attract and retain top talent. Effective [...]
In today's fast-paced and competitive job market, it is essential for candidates to stand out from the crowd. While technical skills and educational qualifications are important, they are not always enough to secure the dream job. Employers are increasingly looking for candidates who possess intangible traits and attributes that make them valuable employees and attractive [...]
When it comes to running a successful business, retaining top talent is essential. However, in today's job market, it can be challenging to keep employees when other companies are offering higher salaries and more attractive benefits packages. This can create a situation where companies are forced to offer higher salaries to new hires while current [...]
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing job market, being open to other opportunities is more important than ever. There are a variety of reasons why it is a good idea to keep an open mind when it comes to your career, from the potential for personal and professional growth to the ability to adapt to changing [...]
Job candidate “ghosting” is a term used to describe a situation where a job candidate abruptly stops responding to communication from a potential employer after an interview or during the recruiting and hiring process. "Ghosting" can be frustrating and disruptive for recruiters and hiring managers, leading to a waste of time and resources. Below are [...]
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing job market, being open to other opportunities is more important than ever. There are a variety of reasons why it is a good idea to keep an open mind when it comes to your career, from the potential for personal and professional growth to the ability to adapt to changing [...]
When it comes to recruiting, passive candidates can be a valuable asset to any organization. These individuals are not actively seeking new employment, but they possess valuable skills and experience that can make them an excellent addition to any team. While identifying passive job candidates can be challenging, it's certainly not impossible. Below are 10 [...]
In our previous blog post, we asked the question, “How does your organization’s compensation structure measure up?” Today’s candidates are motivated by forms of compensation other than just a starting salary. Four of those forms are as follows: #1—A flexible working schedule We live in an age of almost constant communication (laptops, smartphones, etc.). Allowing [...]
Have you ever lost an employee you wished you hadn’t? Retention can be a concern for any company, especially in this candidate-driven market. Candidates are often wooed by what they believe are greener pastures, and if your retention program is lax in any area, it can provide an opening for your best employees to pursue [...]
This time of year is typically when employees are given their annual performance reviews, as well as any increase in compensation that might be warranted based upon that performance. So—what did you get? Okay, just kidding. We only wanted to grab your attention, because this is an issue that some employees don’t think about in [...]