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Guide to Interviewing for Soft Skills + 10 Interview Questions

When interviewing candidates as a hiring manager, it’s easy to get tunnel vision on the hard skills they’ll bring to the role. Of course, you want to onboard someone who can hit the ground running from the start, but it’s also important to get a feel for a candidate’s long-term potential, and that means getting…
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The Essential Hiring Manager’s Guide to Interviewing [20 Tips]

As a hiring manager, your job is to help your company find the most qualified candidates to fill open roles. But, at times, interviewing can feel overwhelmingly complicated and time-consuming. That’s why in this essential interview guide, we’re sharing with you a 20-point checklist you can use to make sure your interview process covers everything…
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How to Save Time and Money with Data-Driven Recruitment

How do you know if your recruiting process can be more effective—and what interventions can be made to drive greater efficiency? Data-driven recruitment is the secret to bringing in new talent more efficiently and at a lower cost. An applicant tracking system (ATS) promises to make recruiting more efficient, but it can only do so…
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The RTO Tug-of-War: Large Employers Grapple with Return-to-Office Mandates

The post-pandemic return to work continues to be a battleground, with large employers caught in the middle. A recent trend – Return-to-Office (RTO) mandates – is seeing companies require employees to return to the physical office for a set number of days per week. While some see this as a necessary step to rebuild company culture……
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Five Hidden Costs of HRIS Recruitment Modules

Talent acquisition (TA) or recruiting teams most often report to human resources (HR) or people departments. But that doesn’t mean they have similar needs when it comes to the systems that help get work done. Back-office human resource information systems (HRIS) that cover payroll, benefits administration, and performance management serve a different purpose than front-office…
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How to Cut Through Employer Branding Noise and Stand Out

A strong employer brand is a clear edge in attracting and retaining top talent. Job candidates today expect more from employers from first-time job seekers (GenZ) to people switching jobs or returning to the workforce. They want better pay, different and personalized benefits, and a great work experience. LinkedIn reports that 75% of job seekers……
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How to Attract China’s Top Grads: Unveiling What Makes Your Company Tick

China’s a goldmine of young talent, but competition for the best is fierce. How do you stand out as an employer in the face of a crowded market? Link Humans analyst Sveta Karniyenka has broken down the key drivers for entry-level talent, giving you the edge you need. Forget just offering a good salary. Today’s……
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The Paradox of Plenty: Why Job Growth Slows While Openings Increase

The Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) on July 2nd, 2024, offers valuable insights into the current state of the U.S. labor market. This analysis delves into the key findings of the May 2024 report, exploring job openings, hiring activity, and separation rates. Job Openings: A……
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3 Ways to Adopt a Holistic Approach to Mental Health in the Workplace

According to new research, scientists advocate for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates physical and mental wellbeing. They emphasize that while the medication is commonly used to treat mental health conditions, it is equally important to consider environmental, lifestyle, and social factors. This comprehensive approach focuses on addressing the emotional, physical and mental needs……
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Booking.com’s Employer Branding Hacks: Attracting Talent with Wanderlust

Struggle to find that perfect, unicorn candidate? Booking.com feels your pain. Their global platform demands a unique talent pool – imagine needing a UK-based customer service rep fluent in Norwegian! But fear not, fellow recruiters, because Booking.com has cracked the code with their employer branding dream team. Building the A-Team: Forget scrappy startups with a……
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