The pandemic has wreaked havoc on our economy, unemployment in the U.S. has shot up to 8.4% as of August 2020. Recruiters are put in a tricky dilemma, as they have to be extra picky. When many people are unemployed, the number of job seekers skyrockets, and so the conversion rate automatically drops. When choosing from such a wide variety of candidates, you have…See More

In the past year, the spread of COVID-19 has affected the lives of millions of people, including the students. As a result of the unprecedented spread of the virus, students, along with all other people, were advised to stay at home and try to study/work from home as a precaution to contain the virus.Campus life has been deeply affected as universities switched to remote learning. Sports, functions, and even campus recruiting has been put on hold till further notice.The digital trend has boomed…See More

As a campus recruiter, you’re well-versed in the context of an ever-changing landscape, and yes, things are very much changing. Oh don’t get us wrong: the fundamentals of engaging top university candidates aren’t going anywhere, but with the…See More

Are you a recruiter looking to find out more about Pre-recorded video interviews? Then Congratulations! As you have taken a step in the right direction in improving your recruiting productivity and quality of hire!Since 2018, video interviewing was already on the way to become a vital tool in…See More

During this unprecedented time, we have witnessed the increase in both new virtual recruiting methods, including virtual career fairs, and the old but gold screening step called phone interview. As simple as it may sound, phone interviewing is one of the first important touch points between candidates and your company, and it can be optimized. Here are our checklist and tips to nail scheduling phone interviews and create a…See More

The labor market in general and the HR market, in particular, have been facing the biggest challenges ever since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to a report of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the US unemployment rates increased sharply from 3.9% in Feb 2020 to 14.1% in May 2020, equivalent to nearly 21 million people of American…See More

Source: This image is designed by FreepikWhen was the last time you worked in the office? Probably several months ago. The arrival of the global Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way we work and made working from home become the “new normal”. Turbulent times call for adaptive and digitized measures, and thus, conducting video interviews is the way to go to continue with your recruitment.However, organizing…See More

Do you know as early as 2010, there were already guides on how to conduct a video interview?Before Covid 19, video interview solutions were already in the process of revolutionizing talent recruiting. This form of candidate interview can cut down recruitment time, logistic cost, and many more…Perfect for the busy modern recruiters.As the pandemic started, more companies in different fields have been going virtual to reach both customers and candidates alike in times of quarantine. In response,…See More

Today, technological advancements have enabled us to carry out interviews at our convenience, and virtual interviews are among the best examples in the case when time and location are considered. With that in mind, the 9 following tips may be a valuable addition to your hiring manual to hire first- rate employees. What Are the Most Common Types of Video…See More

Doing video interviews and need some help with making the most out of every meeting? Asking the right questions is a great way to make that happen.According to Modern Hire, 84% of candidates schedule their video interview within 24 hours of receiving a text invite. How you conduct the interview will affect the candidate’s interest (or lack of it).…See More

Hey recruiters, how have you been organizing your interviews lately? With the impact of uncontrollable elements on the business environment and the rise of new technology, hiring managers are changing the way they recruit considerably, including the way they run interviews.While the optimal interview method depends on the nature of the industry, companies’ resources, and…See More

Recruiting efficient staff invariably comes as a relief to any hiring departments, but it does no harm to keep a back-up plan up your sleeve when crises strike and your company are short of skilled personnel. That’s when the Talent Community enters the picture to save your day to ensure the headcount.Here comes In this blog, Rakuna will share with you the fundamentals of a talent community so you can have a good grasp of it. What is a Talent Community?Technically, a Talent Community serves as a…See More

At the stage of interview scheduling, you are close to one of the most important steps during the hiring procedure. However, your interview scheduling email is always the first impression on candidates, so neglecting meticulousness when scheduling interviews via emails never sounds like a great idea. Inevitably, mistakes will easily slip in at some point and mess up the…See More

Is setting up interview easy? Some people may say that it only takes minutes to send an email or pick up the phone to invite candidates to join interviews. But, what if you have to handle hundreds of candidates, multiple communication channels, and dozens of open vacancies?Here is Rakuna’s list of top mistakes to avoid when you set up interview so you can ensure productive and flawless interviews with pleasant candidate experience. Rakuna’s Top 7 Mistakes to Avoid in Interviews Set-upMaking…See More

Successful candidate experience is a result of transparent and consistent communication. According to a Career Builder’s survey, 81 percent of candidates reported that continuous updates from employers would improve their experiences significantly.Today, most recruiters use email templates to keep in touch with…See More

Is setting up interview easy? Some people may say that it only takes minutes to send an email or pick up the phone to invite candidates to join interviews. But, what if you have to handle hundreds of candidates, multiple communication channels, and dozens of open vacancies?Here is Rakuna’s list of top mistakes to avoid when you set up interview so you can ensure productive and flawless interviews with pleasant candidate experience. Rakuna’s Top 7 Mistakes to Avoid in Interviews Set-upMaking…See More