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Question of the Month: What Are Your Business Performance Predictions for 2023? ◄

After the ups and downs of 2020 and 2021, this year has had challenges of its own. But as we turn the page and enter into a new year, we want to know what you expect to see in 2023. Let us know by voting in our monthly poll! View Survey

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Results Are In: Job Alignment with Career Goals ◄

It is normal for a professional’s career path to take many turns. Whether joining the gig economy between positions in your field to completely changing industries altogether, employment doesn’t necessarily mean your job aligns with your overall career goals. In October, we asked our readers if they were on track to achieve them. Leading the […]

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Helping First-Generation Professionals Succeed in the Workplace ◄

With a diverse workforce comprised of several different generations, ethnicities, and skills, just to name a few characteristics, it’s important to create an inclusive environment for all, including first-generation college students who go on to become first-generation professionals (FGPs). According to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Office of Civil Rights, FGPs are “those who are […]

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Giving Thanks this Holiday Season ◄

The leaves are changing, the air is cooling, and the holiday season is just around the corner. One thing that has become synonymous with autumn is thankfulness. Whether celebrating with friends or family, Thanksgiving is the perfect reminder to think about what you are thankful for and to count your blessings. However, Thanksgiving isn’t just […]

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Infographic: How to Get Better at Delegating ◄

As leaders, we have the tendency of putting our teams on our back to push past enemy lines in the war on talent and market share. But as time has shown, it takes a team to maintain a competitive advantage. Yes, teamwork makes the dream work. However, delegating tasks can be easier said than done. […]

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Best Interview Questions to Ask Job Candidates – Motivation ◄

This is part 11 of a 12-part series. Creating a successful and productive team starts with finding great employees who fit your organizational culture. And while you may receive hundreds of job applications and interested parties, narrowing down the talent pool to hire the right candidate for the job goes beyond what hiring managers can […]

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John C. Maxwell on Vision ◄

Born in Garden City, MI, John C. Maxwell is one of the most celebrated experts on leadership. Pastoring churches in Florida, California, Ohio, and Indiana throughout his career, Maxwell has authored dozens of books, selling more than 20 million copies and publishing in more than 50 languages. As a New York Times Best Selling author, […]

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TED Talk: 3 Ways to Measure Your Adaptability and How to Improve It ◄

Through intelligence measures like IQ and EQ (emotional intelligence), we’re able to quantify the leader’s capacity to connect with others and lead from cognitive intelligence and business acumen. However, one venture investor believes it’s the AQ, or the “adaptability quotient,” that determines the capacity for overall success. Check out this recent TED Talk by venture investor […]

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Quiet Firing: The Trend Holding Professionals Back in Their Careers ◄

In a recent article, Refresh Leadership examined a trend among employees, citing an increase in professionals quiet quitting, mentally checking out, and being actively disengaged at work. While this phenomenon has lasting effects on productivity and engagement, it also seems to have created a sub-trend in the workforce: quiet firing. According to a recent LinkedIn […]

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Question of the Month: What Type of Holiday Party Is Your Company Planning This Year? ◄

The holiday season is right around the corner, and as we head into the final two months of the year, organizations across the world will gather to celebrate the many accomplishments of 2022 during their annual holiday parties. So, for our November question of the month, we want to know how what type of holiday […]

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What Soft Skills Should You Consider When Hiring A Sales Team? ◄

Picking out essential skills and qualifications is something recruiters do right away when they receive resumes and cover letters. Most industries have specific technical skills they are looking for that are clearly defined, such as having project management experience or being able to write copy effectively. In sales, hard skills like having a degree or […]

Product Announcement: New SMS Feature – Reminders Boost Interview Completion Rates ◄

We’re dedicated to bringing you and your candidates the best possible hiring experience. If you missed the last update, we launched a new SMS feature to help you connect with talent faster and more conveniently. Our SMS feature allows you to include candidate phone numbers and send out automated text messages to encourage video interview […]

Tips for Nonprofit Organizations for Screening Job Applicants and Volunteers ◄

Today’s labor market is highly competitive, and nonprofit organizations worldwide struggle to attract the right candidates. Some nonprofits get lost among other organizations that rank higher in the search engine result pages (SERPs). This happens because of poor search engine optimization. As a result, applicants may not even be able to find the organizations. On […]

How to Develop a Competitive Employee Relocation Package ◄

When you’re considering hiring for a new position, opening up your talent pool to the whole country (or world) can help you find the right person for the job. However, finding the perfect person doesn’t automatically mean they’ll consider relocating. With remote work on the rise, many employees are making the argument that it’s just […]

4 Reliable Ways to Boost Speed to Hire ◄

Speed to hire can vary from role to role and across industries. Unfortunately, there’s no magic number you can aim for and achieve. However, time to hire (or more importantly, your speed to offer) is a major contributor to your success as an HR or recruiting professional. Candidates expect timely responses to applications and interviews. […]

Internal Wikis for Recruitment: A Great Tool For Professional Headhunters ◄

Regardless of business size or type, there’s so much information required to keep things running. Knowing which recruitment source to use, where to look, and when to use it are all essential skills you need to facilitate a seamless interviewing and boarding process. Depending on company resources, the interviewing and onboarding processes can be hectic […]

6 Essential Tools for Busy HR Professionals ◄

Human resource is the only department in a company that is directly connected with all business processes and employees. Its functions are diverse and include dealing with crucial data. Performing HR processes manually can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and complex. However, digital HR tools have transformed every task of an HR manager. They leverage automation capabilities […]

Spark Hire Named Leader in Video Interview Software by G2 – Fall 2022 ◄

Spark Hire remains the #1 video interview software, again named Leader by G2 in Enterprise and Mid-Market to close out 2022 strong. The Spark Hire team is honored to be awarded G2 Best Results, Best Relationship, and Best Usability across multiple categories. And we’re grateful to our users for another great year! “Spark Hire strives […]

Exciting Product Announcement: SMS Interview Invitations Are Here ◄

We’re excited to announce the launch of an awesome new interview invitations feature on Spark Hire! SMS Text Message Updates Our innovative team has created another way for you to reach candidates faster than ever with SMS text messages. You can now include candidate phone numbers and send out automated text messages to encourage video […]

Improve Candidate Experience: Cold Outreach for Recruiters 101 ◄

You’re struggling to find the best talent and are tired of sifting through resumes that are never a good fit. We hear you! It’s time to start using cold outreach for recruiters. Cold email outreach and recruitment go hand in hand, but not many recruiters utilize email channels effectively, creating a negative candidate experience. Did […]