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On March 8th, 1857, a group of women working in the textile industry marched through the streets of New York City to protest their inhumane working conditions and the inequality they faced as women. This groundbreaking event was one of the first organized strikes by female workers, and although it may not have had the… Read more »
Groundhog Day celebrated on February 2nd, is a popular tradition in which a groundhog is said to predict the arrival of spring by either seeing its shadow or not. Punxsutawney Phil, from Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is the famous groundhog who emerges from hibernation on this day and participates in the ceremony every year. Legend has it… Read more »
You already know recruiters are awesome. That’s why you chose your career path, right? But have you ever really thought about the various benefits of working with a recruiter? They’re good to keep in mind both as you build your own career and as additional insight to pass along to candidates and clients you work… Read more »
Cultural fit isn’t the only thing that matters when matching candidates with the right prospective employers, but it should be Number One on your list. Why? Because for an increasing number of job seekers, the right alignment of a company’s vision, mission and values – and the understanding and behaviors around them – with their… Read more »
When you get a job offer, your eyes will automatically zero in on the compensation and benefits package attached to it. And even if it makes you do a happy dance, know that you can probably get more. This doesn’t mean you’re greedy, delusional or narcissistic in any way … in fact, employers expect negotiation… Read more »
Keeping employee motivation high during the summer months can be challenging, especially if your location is one where winters are long and that long-awaited time between June and September is sacred. But even in year-round warm weather climes, one’s mood just naturally shifts starting right around Memorial Day …employees begin to mentally check out and… Read more »
You may do it for the most innocent, valid and or even noble reason. Maybe you’re feeling a bit anxious about missing a message from your Mom about her doctor’s appointment or you just want to quickly check Instagram to see what a friend is up to. Regardless, once you interrupt your work for “just… Read more »
Does the perfect resume mean someone is the perfect hire? Maybe. Or maybe not. If a candidate is even worth considering for a job, it means they’ve done their homework and preparation, which also means they’ve practiced telling you just what you want to hear when you question them. So, how can you single out… Read more »
It’s time to write or update a job description for your company or client. Ho hum, you may think. Just another task to check off today’s to-do list … Hold it right there. JDs need to be much more than just a standard list of job-related tasks, duties, responsibilities, and educational and work experience. You… Read more »
Being a recruiter has never been more challenging – or rewarding. Finding the ideal candidate in today’s talent climate is no small task. But once you master the significant factors driving job seekers’ choices, you’re well on your way. Labor shortages continue, with millions of jobs open. The Great Resignation, which began midway through last… Read more »