Recruitment fidelity is a thing. So much so that recruiters have been known to drop their rates and extend the guarantee period just to be in a monogamous relationship with the client. There is something to be said for exclusivity, much like…

When you really need to find work or are desperate to leave your current position, it seems like every job you see advertised becomes a ‘maybe’ – even if you would normally never look at it twice.When you really need to find work or are desperate to leave your current position, it seems like every job you see advertised becomes a ‘maybe’ – even if you would normally never look at it twice.

But applying for jobs is time-consuming, and a job search pursued in the wrong spirit can be…

Computer science (CS) majors and employed software engineers should always consider using a technical recruiter when they are ready to being their job search. Using a recruiter saves so much time and can make the interview process much easier. Without a recruiter, it's a lot like trying to sell or buy a house without an agent. It's possible...but it involves many extra steps that you…

So day 2 Purple Squirrel track, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

First up Carmen Hudson, what we learned in 20 years. First up build a great personnel network.  Don’t be afraid to write stuff to get posted on relevant sites. Mentoring doe s not need to be formal, just ask questions. Be…

Do you remember when you liked someone so much that you would sit by your telephone all day waiting for it to ring? The telephone was attached to a wire so if you left the room…

Nobody likes to be the ‘bad guy’ and unfortunately recruitment is full of ‘bad guy’ moments. When I was a fledgling recruiter, I envisioned the job to be one of happy moments and positive outcomes. Afterall, recruiters make dreams come true. We are the matchmakers of the workforce, we find the job yin to your skill yang but for every person who…

This year, 55% of companies expect to hire more people to support business growth. However, the competition for top talent remains fierce.…

So day 2 George Boole track, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

Brian Smith “Communication: The Biggest Skills Gap in 2019 & Beyond”. The idea behind of this whole session and is why the left hand and the right hand don’t talk. Specifically in HR and recruiting, why don’t we talk and share. He says…

Is Now The Time To Train ?

UK Driver Recruitment Crisis

There is a level of uncertainty in the air when it comes to all things BREXIT. Whilst the government are pushing ahead with the details of the…

So day 2 Anonymous track, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

Jim Schnyder and “Lessons learned from a Sourcecon Grandmaster”.

CRM and ATS the place of hidden gold. Silver medalists, more hidden gold. The general idea of this is the importance of a ATS/CRM.

Mark Tortorici…

If you're using video interviewing, you will want to ensure your completion rate is as high as possible. In this article, I'll share with you the most effective tricks you can use to maximise your conversion rates.

However, before I start, it's important to recognise there will always be some candidates that won't complete your video interview. These are the same candidates who don't pick…

Artificial intelligence is the buzzword these days. According to IDC, by 2020, the AI market will grow to $47 billion influencing in every business sector. HR industry has also started using this fast-paced technology to simplify its operations.

A common scenario in an HR department is that managers are engrossed with…

“Recruiting agencies are helpful but somewhat expensive.”

I often hear this from tech companies which have turned to recruiting agencies to search for appropriate candidates. The cost of a candidate hiring, (even if they were…

GDPR went into effect on May 25th, 2018 with the aim of establishing a modern and systematize data protection framework across the EU. 

The new framework imposes strict duties on employers in relation to the processing of personal data, with potentially very large fines for a breach of the rules (up to €20 million, or 4% of the companies total worldwide annual turnover if higher).

A recent study carried out revealed the even though it has nearly been…

Effective teamwork: The key to success and growth

Effective teamwork is the secret behind the growth and success of the most successful companies in the world. Teamwork is an incredibly important ingredient of the 'successful business' recipe.…

During the pre-employment stage, employers check the information presented on a CV to ensure an applicant has the correct credentials for the job before employment commences.

Simple errors or delays at this final stage of the recruitment process can hold up the start date of employment. Worse still, it can result in the job offer being…

So day 2 Keynote, as always I will hit the high notes and focus on tools, and methods.

First up Glen Cathey – What does it take to become a World Class Sourcer. Glen mentions the 5 whys of recruiting;

Why is this position difficult to fill?

Why am I not getting more referrals?

Why am I not finding the…

Here’s a silly little riddle: What does almost every job in the world have in common?

They all have a job description attached to them.…

Businesses are experiencing a change in the way they work. What is the cause of this transformation affecting the organizations? Well, the answer is exactly what you are thinking! It’s the advancement of data automation and artificial intelligence that is changing the way organizations perform tasks. According to Mercer, 99% of organizations are preparing for the future of work. 

Sitting back and watching the events unfold is not an option. There will be a disruption in the workplace,…

Why do companies use candidate assessment platforms?

82% of companies use some form of candidate assessment testing, according to the recent Talent Board's…