As a woman-owned business that partners with quickly-scaling tech companies to help them hire strong teams, Creative Alignments is well aware of the fact that barely 25% of workers in the technology sector are women. Yes, this is up from 8% in 1970, but there is a lot of progress yet to make, especially when…
Have you ever wondered if your company’s ability to lead, innovate and realize better financial performance may be hampered by a lack of diversity among your employees? If so, you’re right. Research shows that having gender and racial diversity in your workforce, especially among leadership, can boost your bottom line. One reason is that diversity can trigger…
Hiring is time-consuming, starting with the daunting task of screening resumes. Short of having a recruiter do this work for you, here are simple ways you can set up your search to put some of the work in the candidate’s court. Being intentional and strategic about writing the job description, choosing where you post your…
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…
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…
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…
You’re really good at your job, but the time and energy it takes to add talent to your team can heap on loads of stress. As a hiring manager, you already have too much on your plate and a lot at stake. Most likely, recruiting is not your area of expertise. If this sounds like a…
