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The Results Are In: What Type of On-the-Job Training Does Your Company Provide? ◄

In October, we asked our readers what type of on-the-job training their companies provide employees, and with 23% of the votes, “supervisors/managers train employees” was the most common response. “Access to online training classes and resources” was second with 18%, followed by “self-guided training” with 17%. The rest of the results were as follows: Mentorships: […]

Are Students Getting Enough Real-Life Work Experience Opportunities? ◄

Closing the Skills Gap Requires Students to get Real-Life Work Experience Early On; Better Partnerships with Schools and Businesses Is Needed In a tight labor market with an increasing number of job vacancies, employers are facing a growing skills gap. Too many young people are graduating with degrees and skills that don’t match the needs of […]

Infographic: Designing Your Home Office for Productivity ◄

Many workplaces are rethinking their organizational structures to allow employees more flexibility to work from home. However, for many workers, that means optimizing their home offices for productivity. Check out this infographic from EzLivingInteriors.co.uk for some great tips.

Taking Yes for an Answer ◄

A motivational message from author and leadership expert Jim Stovall. I’m a big believer in goal setting, but we have to be careful and specific when we set our goals. I have met people who have goals to be successful, wealthy, or to accumulate any number of material goods. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with having […]

5 Quick Tips for Getting Out of Your Own Way ◄

We’ve all been there. Working on a big project or new initiative, when all of a sudden progress comes to a grinding halt, and you’re struggling to find the motivation to keep moving forward. Often, it’s an outside influence that throws everything off track, like a client changing their mind about the objectives of the […]

Question of the Month: How Would You Describe Your Company’s Holiday/Christmas party? ◄

The holiday season is upon us once again! As we head into the final weeks of 2018, businesses everywhere are diligently working toward finishing big projects, planning budgets, and setting goals for the new year! And somewhere within that flurry of activity, many companies will take some time to let their employees know how important […]

Job Insights for the Fourth Quarter of 2018 ◄

Although 2018 is ending on a strong note for many businesses, recruiting and retention challenges will carry over into 2019. To provide accurate and timely employment forecasts for business leaders, Express Employment Professionals International Headquarters conducts an ongoing Job Insights survey to track quarterly hiring trends across a wide range of industries. Express surveyed business […]

Maintaining a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit During the Holidays ◄

According to a survey conducted by Healthline.com, an online resource for health and well-being information, more than 60% of respondents said they feel some level of elevated stress during the holidays. The primary causes include finances, healthy eating/exercise, picking the “right” gift, and scheduling. From juggling family obligations to finishing up end-of-the-year projects at work, […]

Job Seekers Frustrated by “Black Hole” of Online Applications ◄

In Era of Online Applications, Job Seekers Want Better Communication We’re more connected than ever as most people use digital communications in their relationships, but job seekers are lamenting the lack of direct communications with potential employers. According to Colleen Gaudette, an Express Employment Professionals franchise owner in Windsor, Ontario, job applicants feel that applying […]

Are Companies Offering the Benefits Employees Want? ◄

Besides salary, benefits offered by employers are among the top factors job seekers consider when choosing a company to work for. In fact, a recent Glassdoor study conducted by Harris Poll found that nearly 57% of people cited benefits and perks as a top consideration prior to accepting a job offer. As found in a […]

3 Virtual Interview Responses That Are Deal Breakers ◄

Without a doubt, employees are a company’s greatest resource. If hiring professionals can’t find the right people for the team, the company will fail. Unfortunately, many companies are having trouble landing candidates of a high caliber. In fact, our 2018 Growth Hiring Trends report found improving quality of hire was one of the top priorities […]

Instagram for Recruiting: Why Instagram Should Be Your Brand’s Secret Weapon ◄

As recruitment marketing shifts to target a younger demographic, finding candidates becomes even more challenging. We live in an increasingly visual world, where attention spans are dwindling. According to recent research, Millennials have an attention span of about 12 seconds, while Gen Z’s tops out at 8 seconds. For recruiters and brands looking to attract […]

How to Combine Your Virtual Interview and Employer Branding Strategies ◄

Put yourself in a job seeker’s shoes. You follow a company on social media and love the content they share. Wanting to learn more about the organization, you check out their website and career page. You watch employee testimonial videos explaining everything they love about the company. By this point, you’re excited and could see […]

Reducing Risk Hiring Startup Employees ◄

Running a business will always include a fair amount of risk. Entrepreneurship itself combines the risk-taking ability of an individual with factors of production to generate profits. Entrepreneurs, however, should aim to mitigate controllable risk wherever possible. One of the biggest risk factors for entrepreneurs and startups comes when hiring new employees. Guidelines are put […]

6 Ways to Give Your Employees a Reason to Stay ◄

“That’s the third employee to put in their two-week notice in the last couple of weeks. What are we doing wrong? Is there something we can do to keep our workers from quitting?” The first thing you should ask yourself if this is happening at your workplace is this: “Do my employees feel respected and […]

Boost Your Hiring Process With Video Like This Phenomenal People Officer ◄

Brad Goldoor, Co-Founder and Chief People Officer at Phenom People, discusses how today’s most progressive companies are using video to attract, nurture, and convert qualified job candidates. He and Josh speak on why video should be implemented throughout the employee lifecycle. If you’re looking to integrate video into your hiring process, Brad provides the tips […]

The Do’s and Don’ts of Digital Interviews ◄

As a talent acquisition professional, your days revolve around assessing candidates. From reviewing resumes to interviewing job seekers, you have little time to do anything but consider who is best for open positions. Needless to say, it becomes overwhelming very quickly. While there are many hiring tools that claim to make hiring pros’ lives easier, they […]

5 Ways to Add Value Using Analytics in HR ◄

There are multiple ways to look at Human Resources. Some think that we merely manage the workforce, from recruitment to exit interviews. Others think HR exists to reduce personnel costs as much as possible, working primarily for the business rather than the employees. In reality, the real purpose of HR is to create value. Not […]

Join us for HR Virtual Summit 2018 – Register for free today ◄

No matter our job role, no matter our position, we all have the opportunity to do a little better. All you need are the right tools and insights to get you there. One of the best ways to elevate your work and hit your hiring goals is to improve your organization’s hiring process. For instance, in our 2018 […]

3 Ways to Bring Diverse Candidates Into Your Talent Pipeline And Keep Them There ◄

Job seekers are starving. They’re craving as much information about your company as you’ll give them. They want to see the company’s mission in motion. They’re looking for how passions turn into productive output, and what you’re doing to empower a diverse workforce. They are expecting to see diversity across age, gender, ethnicity, experiences, and […]

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