As we approach the last quarter of 2014 it is good to evaluate where you are in your hiring plan and see what challenges you may face for the remainder of the year. Each region has specific needs and challenges so it is important to understand them in context. Here are several things to consider for the rest of 2014 and moving into the new year. Mobile Recruiting. Almost everyone today uses a smart phone or tablet device regularly. In fact, the number is over 91%. Many of these smart device users access the internet strictly through their mobile phones. 7 out of 10 job seekers are using their phones to search for jobs. Be sure to evaluate your mobile recruiting strategy to target these potential employees. Work with your web designer to ensure that your information is easy to access on a phone or… [Read More]
Hiring is an Investment
As a hiring manager it is important to keep in mind that hiring should not be considered an impulse purchase. It feels like such an emotional decision: you meet someone and there is instant chemistry. They might remind you of you when you started in your job. It is easy to want to make an offer on the spot. Experts suggest that you resist this temptation and put some additional thought and research into hiring candidates. Here are some helpful tips to help you make the right hiring investment. Sharpen Your Interviewing Skills. When conducting interviews it is a good idea to keep the content more or less the same. When you compare interviews it is good to have a bench mark of information to compare. Go beyond the resume and ask questions to get detailed and in depth answers about their experience and behavior… [Read More]
Recent graduate: consider these tips when looking for a job.
As we all know the job market is tough for graduating college seniors right now. However, that doesn’t mean that it is all despair and unemployment in your future. When it comes to finding a job online, there is always hard work and active networking that can be done. If you’re graduating this May we wanted to share some tips that will come in handy while you’re looking for your entry-level job in your career of choice. Build and impressive resume. One of the biggest mistakes new job seekers make is not reviewing their resume enough to ensure that it is error-free and engaging to the reader. Keep your format consistent throughout. Be very clear about the important information like your degree and experience. Showcase your skills with data and accomplishments. Talk about leadership positions you held in school. Most importantly, customize the document to… [Read More]
The Myths of Independent Contractor misclassification.
We are all aware of the potential financial penalties that Independent Contractor (IC) or contract worker misclassification can bring to a company, some have even experienced it. This misclassification can be particularly debilitating to a company’s bottom line, and thoughtful risk mitigation policies need to be established. Based on testimonials from our current clients, potential clients, and industry veterans, a number of practices aimed at reducing misclassification risk have been implemented by well-intentioned organizations. Do they work? Well, not all of them, but some work very well. Others work only in combination, while some are simply myths. For a variety of reasons, these myths are embraced and can be difficult to dispel. Consulting with 1099 compliance professionals can help, but before we get into that let’s meet the myths through the eyes of a hiring manager. Myth #1: Contractor is Incorporated Some view articles of… [Read More]
A Generation of Contractors
It used to be that after college graduation, most graduates headed off to begin their new careers for a company. Many joined large established corporations, while others began their professional lives at startups. For many generations, landing a job offer that would pay the bills and provide career advancement was the Holy Grail for most young adults. Working for a company provided benefits, job security and a retirement package at the end of your career. The entrepreneurial few always headed out on their own to launch the next big thing, but that was always the exception, not the norm.However today, Generation Y is changing the assumption that full-time permanent employment is the expected and best path. In the not so distant past, many professionals would choose to be a contractor when they were unable to find fulltime employment after layoffs. But instead many Generation Y’ers… [Read More]
Long term strategy
In an interesting piece on Strategic Sourcing, that is, a specific plan of action regarding the procurement and hiring of top talent, a Talent Acquisition Manager poses the question: Who is better to Effect the Toughest Changes in Strategic Sourcing? Your Permanent Team or Third Party Contractors? (They deduce that the contractor/consultation model allows for greater opportunity for change within your organization by allowing for a fresh perspective and minimizing the personal and political hurdles that can stop an organization from moving away from the status quo. If we apply this same line of thinking to the larger context of Contingent Workforce Management, it may be time to ask: When is the last time your enterprise truly thought about the long term goals regarding your Contingent Workers? And are small steps being taken daily to effectively embrace that strategy? As we’ve already discussed, change is… [Read More]
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