The world of work is changing, with contract, temporary and freelance work on the rise. More and more people are working in ‘the gig economy’, where, essentially, they are paid by task, assignment or ‘gig’. We have always known that younger generations are more mobile in the way they work. The average tenure of those under 25 … Continue reading “Are recruiters ready for the gig economy?”
As a recruiter, your ATS/CRM is the backbone of your business, and choosing the right one can save you significant time and money by streamlining your processes. From fast access to candidate data for screening to automating your candidate communication, the right ATS/CRM can help you achieve targets, improve the client and candidate experience, and, … Continue reading “Think your business is too small for a leading CRM? Think again.”
As restrictions start to lift and we see life slowly return to the way we were before COVID, it is a good time to reflect on the challenges that this pandemic has thrown at us and how we have responded. We know 2020 has been a difficult time for many companies and individuals, but this … Continue reading “How COVID has changed the recruitment industry for the better”
Diversity and inclusion are high on the agenda of most businesses. Among the many benefits of a diverse workforce, numerous studies have proven that it is linked to higher productivity and even revenue generation. Most organisations today have policies in place to build and maintain a diverse culture, but for many, it may actually be … Continue reading “How to use technology to eliminate unconscious bias in your hiring”
With the jobless rate in Australia now at the highest it has been since 2015, the recruitment industry needs to prepare for more candidates competing for fewer jobs. So, with the number of candidates expected to soar, it will be a challenging time for all. Recruiters will be trying to secure as many job listings as possible, … Continue reading “Why you need candidate self-service now more than ever.”
The candidate experience may be seen by some in the recruitment industry as just another buzz word, but to stay competitive in this space you need to create a candidate experience that attracts, secures and retains top talent. So how does your approach and your process measure up against the expectations of today’s candidates? Whether it’s … Continue reading “Candidate experience: why it’s more than just a buzz word.”
In our industry, we collect, handle and store vast amounts of sensitive information from both clients and candidates; contact details, tax-file number, date of birth, work experience, photos, and much more. When in the office most recruitment firms feel confident that their network is secure, but now that we are working from home, many are thinking … Continue reading “4 tips to help recruiters work more securely from home”
There is no denying that COVID-19 has presented challenges for the recruitment industry, whether you are faced with fewer vacancies to fill, or more. The industry has faced challenges before; for example, in 2008, when the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) struck, and there are some learnings we can apply to our new circumstances. The GFC … Continue reading “Recruiting post-COVID-19: Lessons from the GFC”
There is no doubt that a recruiter’s day is hectic; between calls, emails, interviews and meetings, there is a stack of administration that must be done to fill vacancies. As a recruiter, it is important that you don’t get snowed under with these tasks so that you have the time to do what you do … Continue reading “3 ways recruiters can save time every day”
The workplace has changed so rapidly in such a short time, with organisations around the world moving to remote and work from home arrangements in a bid to slow and ultimately stop the spread of coronavirus. However, there is no denying that flexible and remote working was already on the rise before COVID-19 and was … Continue reading “3 tips to keep recruiters on track in a remote environment”
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