The Source and Recruit Blog
How to Stay Visible in a WFH Scenario
When your whole team is working remotely, the playing field is level. But in a hybrid arrangement, things can feel uneven. So, how to stay visible when you're not actually in the room?
Want to Retain Employees? It's Simple.
As @HarvardBiz Review says, these days, it’s less about perks and money and more about building a culture of solidarity and belonging.
Questions to Ask Your New Boss
You’re starting a new job, and you want to make the best possible impression. Your instinct is to be as agreeable as possible. But if you’re not asking questions, that’s a mistake.
Hiring in a Wild Job Market
If you’re tasked with hiring amidst this time of record-high job openings, you might be intimidated if not a bit, well, overwhelmed. But don’t panic and abandon good hiring practices.
Retaining Talent in a Job-Hopping World
A recent survey indicates 41 percent of workers around the world are considering quitting their jobs. How do you retain talent in a job-hopping world?
Improving the Candidate Experience in a "Demoralized Job Market"
In what @HarvardBiz Review calls a “demoralized job market,” you need to think differently than the status quo of hiring.
Job Trends and the Recruiter Advantage
10 million open jobs in the US right now. The competition is high for talent. Working with a recruiter gives you a distinct advantage when it comes to competitive hiring.
What Makes a Team Work
Critical elements of effective teams are based on Aristotle’s belief "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts."
How to Optimize Your Job Listings
Just as job applicants are on the hook to present flawless resumes if they want to be considered for the role, companies hoping to hire must put their best look forward as well.
Why The Last Interview Question You Ask Matters
“So, Rachel, any last questions?” You’re in a high-stakes interview, and your inclination is to be agreeable: “Nope, I’m all set!” But that would be a mistake.
Interested In a Job? Jump On It Yesterday!
You see or hear about a job you’re interested in. You’re eager to apply or speak with the recruiter, but you wait. That delay could hurt you.
Exit Interviews Can Reveal A Lot
Be sure to ask for feedback when an employee resigns. Collectively, it may reveal clues to prevent turnover.
Are You A Match For Remote Work?
Remote work, what’s not to love? If you’re in the market for a job and you’re considering taking a remote position for the first time we have some advice: ask yourself a few key questions.
Culture and Geography in Pandemic Recruitment
For the bulk of companies new to remote work, this shift has changed views on workplace culture and geography and has eliminated previous constraints within the world of talent sourcing.
Better Feedback Hinges on Dialogue
If you think of feedback as a one-way conversation, that’s your first mistake. Feedback should always be a dialogue.
Requesting Work Samples, Projects, or Scenarios From Candidates
Requesting work samples, projects or scenarios from candidates is one way to deepen your understanding of a potential new hire’s capabilities and can drastically improve the outcome of your hiring decisions. Here are some thoughts to keep in mind to help ensure your organization maintains a positive candidate experience.
The "Yes, and" Approach
“Yes, Rachel, and…” This is what I like to hear. If you’ve ever taken an improv class, you’re probably familiar with the “yes, and” approach to innovation. It’s when you agree, then add your ideas to the mix.
5 Ways Job Searching Has Changed in a Decade
Are you still using an old Hotmail or — shudder — AOL email address? Don’t. Not if you want a new job, anyway. Today’s hiring managers want to know you’re technically astute enough to have a modern (think Gmail) email account or, even better, your own domain name.
How Much Does Work Culture Actually Matter
How much does #workculture actually matter when you’re trying to hire? A heck of a lot. As you evaluate candidates, make sure to answer any and all questions about workplace culture with honesty and integrity.
The Hard Facts on Soft Skills
An incredibly talented employee who constantly misses deadlines is not a business asset. Neither is someone with excellent technical skills who is abrasive with co-workers.