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Have you found yourself sinking in the talent pool ?

If you have become frustrated because all your attempts to hire top talent have failed and you are no longer producing the results you once did, there maybe a logical reason behind it.

For years the recruitment market favored the employers, but that has all changed, the power has shifted and now the job…

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Added by Joanne McDonagh on April 5, 2017 at 11:31am — No Comments

INFOGRAPHIC : THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN RECRUITMENT MARKETING

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We recently conducted a survey with 100 participants from across Ireland and the UK who are currently seeking employment. Here are some of the main takeaways (scroll down for infographic).

 

Social job seekers 

85% of the participants use social media when searching for a job . Platforms included are Facebook , Twitter,…

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Added by Joanne McDonagh on April 5, 2017 at 5:00am — No Comments

WhatsApp Group Chat – Should Recruiters show eagerness to Candidates till the Offer Release Period to negotiate the CTC?

There has been a lot of talk on the importance of engaging Candidates from the immediate point of contact to the on-boarding stage and the challenges that Talent Acquisitionist’s face. We’ve covered a range of topics that address various challenges similar to the one mentioned.

Having, said that we @SourcingAdda are constantly striving to resolve new challenges that Talent Acquisitionists face. We hold discussions every Wednesday which…

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Added by Sourcing Adda on April 5, 2017 at 12:23am — No Comments

On Equal Pay Day, Here's How We Can Address The Gap

More than three-quarters of CEOs say gender equality is in their top ten business priorities.



Gender diverse companies are 15 percent more likely to outperform the national median financially. Yet the unfortunate truth persists: corporate America has stalled in progress on gender diversity.

At this year's World Economic Forum in…

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Added by Megan Flamer on April 4, 2017 at 6:16pm — No Comments

How to Become an Official, Certified Electrician or Journeyman

With all of the fields around the country that are down-sizing, electricians continue to enjoy relative assurance of job security. There are always new buildings being constructed, and existing ones that need to be remodeled. This is a great option for anyone that is either just starting out in the workforce, or who is looking for a change. Consider the following…

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Added by Rachelle Wilber on April 4, 2017 at 12:30pm — 1 Comment

How to Successfully Adopt Agile Project Management Methodology

When it comes to buzzwords in IT project management, none have resonated as strongly as the phrase Agile Project Management. This variety of management features dedicated roles that are focused on fewer projects in order to increase speed, flexibility, and continuous improvement. Several sprints, or short 2-4 week increments of rapid product development, are…

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Added by Smart Resources on April 4, 2017 at 10:17am — No Comments

5 Essential Hiring Tips for IT Startups

Starting a new business is never easy, and choosing to put someone on payroll can be a huge decision. With a startup every penny, every meeting, released product, or marketing campaign is crucial, and you can’t risk hiring someone who lets you down. Fortunately, there are some tips available to ensure you find and hire the best person, every time.

1. Be Accurate and Persistent

Don’t wait until you realize you need someone to start working right now, instead keep your presence…

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Added by Gloria Kopp on April 4, 2017 at 9:58am — No Comments

Employers: Don't Make These 4 Mistakes When Working with a Headhunter

MYTHS CAN BECOME REALITY

As a Search Firm Owner I understand the less than stellar reputation that the headhunting industry has earned over the years due to a few bad apples. Some of it has been rightly earned but much of it is myth that has been built up over the years. I truly believe that most recruiters are…

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Added by Roy Munk on April 4, 2017 at 9:26am — 2 Comments

8 Career Advices You Should Definitely Avoid

You want to take a step forward in your career path. You are looking for a piece of advice that would help you reach your desired goal. You trust the internet for giving you easy and smart ways that push you forward.

You often sought a career advice when you are not sure which way to turn. There will be a number of people ready to lend you ears and give you guidance about which way to go and what your course of action should be.

But, if you spend too much time on the internet…

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Added by Akansha Arora on April 4, 2017 at 7:06am — No Comments

What Is Flat Fee Recruitment?

So you’ve got a position you’re recruiting for? There are several Recruitment Solutions available in order to fill your position, and this handy little guide should be able to help you to decide in Flat Fee Recruitment is the best option for you.

Flat Fee Recruitment is a combination of the best parts of traditional Recruitment Agencies and Job Board Advertising. You get an Account Manager who will handle your campaign and the wide coverage of…

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Added by Emily Lennox on April 4, 2017 at 3:41am — No Comments

Dedicated Developer Versus Freelance Developer: Compare The Benefits

Businesses often have to make a difficult choice when it comes to developing custom apps or custom websites. The market is flooded with excellent resources and experienced development companies making it challenging to pick and choose. For short to mid-term projects, it is often tempting to hire a freelance developer. But it is equally helpful if you partner with an agency that provides dedicated resources.



What are the differences between outsourcing developers from a…

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Added by ryanwilliamson on April 4, 2017 at 1:59am — No Comments

The Gig Economy In 2017: Are You Afraid Of The Short-Term Market?



The gig economy is here to stay.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics has announced they will recommence gathering data on contingent workers starting May 2017, after a hiatus of over a decade.

Mobile platform ShiftGig recently raised another $20 million to scale up its marketplace for workers to pick up shifts at local businesses.

Fabrice Grinda, the co-founder of one of Shiftgig’s investors, FJ Labs, told TechCrunch that Shiftgig was…

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Added by Megan Flamer on April 3, 2017 at 6:55pm — No Comments

Sourcecon Spring 2017!! Day 1 Anonymous Tracks

This is the day 1 anonymous tracks. These included; Connecting the Dots by Randy Bailey and Drip Sourcing by Jim Schnyder.

 

First up Connecting the Dots by Randy Bailey, Think of this as your crash course in how to follow the bread crumbs to find what you want. Example you found a profile on Linkedin (LI). However there is no contact info and…

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Added by Dean Da Costa on April 3, 2017 at 6:08pm — No Comments

Happy 10th Anniversary Douglas Jackson!

10 years ago Douglas Jackson was born, what a ride it has been.

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We are so proud of the growth and development of the business, over what has been a challenging economic backdrop and a constantly changing customer landscape.

The recruitment industry has changed substantially in the last 10 years and Douglas Jackson continues to strive to…

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Added by Michelle Ansell on April 3, 2017 at 5:48am — No Comments

Can We Please Stop Asking for Cover Letters Yet?

From what I can see, it seems most companies still ask for cover letters.  Isn’t this just one more hurdle and inconvenience to make applicants go through that really doesn’t add value?

Based on my experience, cover letters are not needed anymore.  I know I am not alone in this (from speaking with peers), but I have not read a cover letter in years.  By and large, we don’t care what is on the cover letter.  Everything we need to see should be on the resume.…

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Added by Eric Putkonen on March 31, 2017 at 3:57pm — 1 Comment

So many tools, so many options… my recruitment marketer head might explode!

The world of recruitment and marketing software is massive and girl do I love a bit of software.

Many a time over my five years working in recruitment marketing I have felt like a new tool would fix everything. That we'd be more efficient, more successful and happier girls and boys if we could just have this new tool… and of…

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Added by FMC Global Talent on March 31, 2017 at 11:00am — 4 Comments

AviationCV.com blog was named as one of the best in the world

 

AviationCV.com has some major news from around the world this week. The company’s blog is honored to be named as one of the best from thousands of top aviation blogs in the world! AviationCV.com managed to end up in third place among top 50 aviation blogs and websites for aviation professionals. Following their visitors needs, recently the company…

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Added by AviationCV.com on March 31, 2017 at 8:30am — No Comments

RECRUITMENT MARKETING : HOW TO WRITE GREAT JOB DESCRIPTIONS

What’s the secret to a great job description? Simplicity is key, as is clarity. Showing your company’s human side helps too.

The economy is rising again, and some companies are starting to hire for more roles . Finding good talent is one of the most common challenges companies face. When looking for the right person, a good job description is the first step you should take.

The bad news for job seekers is that the majority of job descriptions are long, rigid and…

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Added by Joanne McDonagh on March 31, 2017 at 5:38am — No Comments

Making Recruiting Relevant Again

Recruiting needs to be relevant. In this picture you can see the sun shining through the waterfall - it creates instant beauty, a different perspective, the perception adds a nice view which makes the picture relevant in your mind's eye.  Just like perception, recruiting must become relevant again. And I hope like this picture recruiting and staffing can shine through to…

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Added by Mike Rasmussen on March 31, 2017 at 3:00am — 1 Comment

Slam Dunk: How To Source Like An Athlete

“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take,” said hockey star Wayne Gretsky.

Those words couldn't be more relevant to Jenn Hall.

Hall has been in recruiting for a decade, sourcing for The Walt Disney Company, being a technical recruiter for Google, the manager of executive recruiting & sourcing for Hulu…

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Added by Megan Flamer on March 30, 2017 at 8:21pm — No Comments

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