As if hiring and interviewing were not hard enough. COVID-19 has necessitated additional layers of planning, safety precautions, technology needs and potentially awkward conversations for both employers and candidates. While many companies are able to conduct virtual interviews during these unusual times, and even start new employees in a virtual workplace, others need to conduct in-person interviews…
With record-high unemployment, employers are now bombarded with an abundance of applicants. Screening countless resumes for open jobs can be time-consuming and very frustrating, especially when you don’t find the right candidates. Crafting a well-written job description will help you attract more qualified applicants and discourage those who are not so qualified. Get Clear on What You…
Very few of us can remember a stranger, more perilous economic time. Businesses of all sizes are shedding employees, furloughing others, and asking those whose jobs remain to do more with less. Americans have filed 36+ million unemployment claims as of early June 2020. As businesses adjust to the COVID-19 economy and Paycheck Protection Program…
In the past month, business owners and employees have all learned a lot about working remotely. Mastering teamwork across virtual communication platforms will be essential for a return to global economic security and growth. The same can be said for businesses getting the hang of interviewing and hiring candidates in a virtual environment. Companies that…
Everywhere we look, we see an outpouring of generosity and collaboration from the business community to get people the help and resources they need during an international crisis. Trending: Generosity From the luxury company behind Louis Vuitton and Dior making free hand sanitizer at its perfume factories, to sports teams collaborating to financially support…
What is the best recruiting option for your business’s unique needs? See how Creative Alignments’ Time-Based Recruiting compares to other recruiting options to save you money and provide a better recruiting experience. Why work with Creative Alignments vs. a traditional contingency recruiter? With Time-Based Recruiting, you only pay for the time it takes to find…
What comes to mind when you think of factors that drive success and profitability? Far from cut-throat ruthlessness, successful companies in highly competitive markets like technology and natural products are discovering a secret to profitability: Fostering kind and caring leadership that is highly engaged with employees. At a time when talented people are hard to find, quick…
By broadening your search to include candidates who have the right potential for your role, you can find top talent that thrives with a little training. This shift in hiring strategy can land your company employees who are innovative, energetic, driven and productive. Define and Prioritize the Hard and Soft Skills Needed for Success Take the time…
It’s no secret that finding and hiring good talent is one of the most critical functions of any business. It’s also one of the most challenging. The tight labor market makes finding the right people especially tough. The current U.S. unemployment rate of 3.6% has not been experienced in 50 years. While you can’t control the labor market, you…
With unemployment at an all-time low, finding the talent to grow new or scaling businesses is becoming increasingly difficult. So how will these companies expand in such a tight employee market? Many old recruiting and hiring practices are no longer effective today. Here are five tips to build the best talent team to grow your company. Approach…
