There is so much talk about Generation Y (those born between the mid-80s and late 90s) in our society, and at least some of the talk around this generation is inaccurate.  As I’ve said before I love a good conspiracy, so today I’m going to debunk some of the misconceptions about millennials in the…

In May 2016, Microsoft announced the general availability of SharePoint Server 2016. In their own words to ‘provide customers with a foundation for modern, intelligent intranets and content collaboration’. SharePoint 2016 was hailed as a welcome, feature-rich, new generation product that has cloud-inspired infrastructure, sophisticated compliance and reporting and enhanced user experiences.

Microsoft Office 365 has virtually revolutionized the way offices collaborate, function and…

OK!  This is more of a play on words, because I’m not talking about the Pareto principle which states that, for many events, roughly 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes.  But now that I have your attention, Jeff Bezos was recently featured in an article about how much information you really need to make business decisions.  He proclaims 70% is just fine and who can argue with his success? 

We’ve heard the saying “you don’t know what you don’t know.”  Well,…

Any manager knows that if employees are not properly recognized and compensated, their performance will go downhill. Employee burnout is a huge issue in the modern workplace, and many organizations are putting effort into combating it. It can be difficult to prevent burnout and many managers struggle to keep their employees stimulated. Here are some ideas that take a modern approach to fighting employee burnout.

Let your employees know they're…

Employees who experience no stress associated with performing their profession at work are in the minority. The Stress in the Workplace international survey conducted in 11 European countries with a sample of 58,508 employees and conducted by the international Paylab.com portal…

Does it seem like your bank account could use a few extra dollars on a daily basis? Maybe you're a student, or retired, or you just want to supplement your regular income. Side jobs are great for padding your wallet without taking away all of your free time, or adding too much stress to an already hectic life. You could go the traditional route and work at a shop, or you could freelance and provide services independently to friends and neighbors. 

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It’s no secret that happy, satisfied employees are a key ingredient to a successful company. But what really motivates people?

Traditional thinking follows that the more you pay someone the more loyal and satisfied they are in their job.

But, the truth behind employee motivation is a more…

Chicago is home to its share of startups, satellite tech campuses, Fortune 500s, and innovators across verticals. Yet the Second City’s tech climate differs from that of Silicon Valley and NYC. CBRE’s Annual “Scoring Tech Talent” report placed Chicago among the top 15 metro…

What does the word contingent mean to you? Is it a synonym for “free?” Does it represent an effective way to find the best talent available? Is it meaningless? The staffing world is a unique industry filled with hiring models and terms that are often misunderstood. In my 20+ years working in this arena, I’ve never seen the misunderstanding of a…

Like everything, recruitment has changed over time, and today I’ll be giving you a brief history of these changes – I did A-Level History so I’m fully qualified to do this, trust me.

Recruitment has actually existed since the time of the Romans/Egyptians, and began in the UK in the Middle Ages, where candidates were…

Perhaps you have already wondered, why on earth are we still receiving CV's, when applicants can leave their details through online softwares, share their social media profiles or online portfolios with the…

Recruiting tips are essential for employers as they help them identify best practices and processes of employee recruitment.

Finding employees to suit the job, work environment and work culture is a challenging job for employers. As such, each organization should follow a proven process for candidate selection and recruitment. Employee recruitment…

The Purple Squirrel track session of day 2 consisted of 2 presentations, They were Sourcing Utensils by David Nicola, and Source Like a Boss by Beth Theodore.

First up Source like a Boss by Beth Theodore.  The gist of this was using job boards, and employer branding.  Between Indeed, Monster and Careerbuilder there are over 358…

Having come from working a desk, we know the frustration of discovering a client has reconnected with a candidate you originally brought to them. This frustration is compounded when you confront the client, only to have them say they don’t feel they owe you a fee. If you’ve had any real experience as a recruiter, then the reality of back door hires is nothing new to…

Battling for the Field of Dreams

Less than 10% of minor league baseball players who sign contracts each year get the chance to play a single game in the major league. Most young baseball players would work for free if given a chance to play for a Major League Baseball (MLB) team. Players with a pro contract don’t dwell on…

“Branded VS Unbranded, the great debate of Advertising” – someone, somewhere, maybe said once (probably not).  Whether that very profound quote has flooded your brain or not, we have compiled a handy little guide to whether your advert should be Branded or Unbranded to make your life that little bit easier.

What is Job…

“You don’t have any experience. You know what you need to do? Come work here so you can get your nose bloodied a few times.”

I don’t remember how I responded. I think I said “okay.” The subject changed and a few minutes later his time was up. The interview ended, and they walked me out of the office. As I walked down the hall, I was still sweating, exhausted,…

You're filled with a sense of accomplishment. Your studies are behind you. You are young, energetic, and motivated. It's time to get out in the world and find a career that is the right fit for you. Now is the time to follow the old saying, "Look before you leap." Before you jump into the first offer that comes along, consider the following tips as you begin your job search. …

So flat fee recruitment is quite a new concept, especially in comparison to more traditional recruitment agencies.  There are many reasons for the rise of this type of company, and its establishment within the recruitment world, but there are still a lot of questions around it.  Therefore, in this post I’m going to give you an idea of…

Your cover letter is something which presents your personality, qualifications and intentions and your interest for that particular job. It is made in a very appealing format. You can say it is the very first chance to create impression on the recruiters. It is believed that if you make your resume very personalized it will definitely indicate that you are very serious about your job role and you are searching it on a serious note. Though your resume will help you get the job and position…