Continuing with our expert opinion series, we contacted the leading ATS providers to know their views about how HR technology is bringing a positive change in the functionality of Applicant Tracking Systems.

You might want to read their opinions.…

When you put in so much work and dedication into your business you want to make sure that it is protected. In most states, having a business insurance policy is the law. A Business Operating Policy (BOP) can help to protect you and your employees.

Even if you are just starting out and don’t even have a full staff, an insurance policy that covers your interests and protects you from liability issues can save you money. Don’t get stuck paying…

When applying for a new position, compensation is almost always at the top of your list. This is understandable especially with the status symbol that a high salary will provide, apart from the obvious bump in your buying capacity.

However, it’s important that you look past the paycheck. It’s easy to equate money with happiness but like any employee who has done the grind will tell you, a thick wallet is not everything. There are so many things to look for in applying for a position…

Recently, there is a lot being talked about automation, robotics, artificial intelligence and how it is going to impact the future of recruiting. Estimates suggest that the number of jobs lost to automation in the next decade could be around 1 million just in the US. But seldom is there a discussion on the new job opportunities it will create.  Advocates of automation say that the number of positions…

So day 3 Sheryl Sandberg and Automation track, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

Renate Norman “Bet on Yourself”. This presentation was about believing in yourself. About letting out all the noise, and concentrating on what you need to do. Not getting caught up in office politics and…

Financial fraud is something that a lot the population worries about. Between the ease of online purchasing and the number of hacking reports that you can see throughout varying news outlets, it’s easy to understand the discomforting thought that financial fraud may happen to anyone. However, there are some ways to keep your money safe and…

You may resent the fact that you have to wear a uniform at work. In some cases, it may be uncomfortable to wear long pants during the summer or to wear a hat that is too small but can’t be adjusted. However, wearing a uniform may help to keep you safe while on the…

What you should learn from first interviews is fairly basic. Are they qualified and eligible? Cool. They can move onto the next round. But now you’ve brought them all the way in for another interview, and you need to start weeding out job candidates…

One of the most important aspects of a healthy work environment is employees who have a good work-life balance. By maintaining good work-life balances, employees can reduce stress levels and prevent burnout at their companies.

When employees have a good work-life balance, they are more likely to be productive and perform to the best of their ability. Here are some signs that may indicate that an employee’s work-life balance is tipping more towards work and needs to be…

Picture this: It’s your very first day at your new job and you’re nervous. You walk into your new office and are suddenly relieved when you find out there is a fun onboarding process in store. The onboarding process confirms that you made a good decision by accepting this job and you look forward to your future with this company.

 The…

Managing employees in an office environment can be difficult, but it’s far more challenging to manage them from home. When you work remotely, you will need to put in the extra effort to keep track of your employees' performances, to improve their workloads and to give them as much encouragement…

So day 3 Purple Squirrel, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

Amy Miller and A tale of Two Interviews. This presentation was about her Journey to …outreach limbo, meaning lots of outreach little return. To being the “BEAST” of a recruiter she it today. Lots of trial and error, lots of ups and…

Recruiters need to adopt a lot of creativity in their process as the recruitment market is moving towards a candidate driven era. Recruiters need to be stay updated with the latest recruitment trends in order to find the best fit for their organization.

Here are a few of the rising trends of the recruitment industry:…

The celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing was the perfect theme for the 2019 California Staffing Professionals Conference (CSP), where we explored how almost anything is possible with the right people, skills, systems, processes and leadership.

As we prepared for…

Many teens feel pressure to go to college right out of high school. It’s “expected”. Going to college isn’t the right thing for everyone, especially a teenager just entering the adult world. For those teens who don’t want to go to college, trade schools are a viable alternative that places the student into a well-paying job within a short time. Many…

If you want to hire a user interface designer you get to see their portfolio and you will immediately see the quality of their work.

If you want to hire a software engineer, you can see their code and see what it is that they can produce.

But when it comes to hiring product managers for software businesses, it's not quite as straightforward.

When you look at the role of a product manager you see that they identify someone else's needs and turn them over to others to…

In part one of the recruiting automation blog series, benefits of automation were outlined and automated screening was discussed in detail. Recruiting automation is not just limited to screening and can automate most of the hiring processes- one of them being…

It has long been noticed that the distinguishing feature of many business leaders is the high speed of mental reactions and, as a result, quick decision making. The frequency of generating ideas does not mean that all of them will be equal in quality and effect. It would seem, purely statistically, multiple shots are more likely to hit the target than a single shot. At the same time, in an era of instability and “blurry” strategies, such a management style seems to be not only relevant…

1. Introduction

You most likely know Glasgow as one of the friendliest cities on earth or for its reputation as the former shipbuilding capital of the world. 

But what you might not know is that Glasgow is one of the best places to live and work in the UK.

Scotland’s biggest city, Glasgow is known for its rich…