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Hiring tech workers when you’re not on their A-list
Even on a good day, hiring tech workers is hard. It’s no secret – there’s a mounting gap between open tech jobs and the talent r...
Tips for first-time hiring managers
For first-time hiring managers, it's crucial to understand the role, evaluate candidates before interviews, ask insightful quest...
Starting a business in another country: Learn from those who did it
Starting a business in another country can be a strategic move to tap into new markets or talent pools. However, it requires car...
Recruiting through change: A marketing VP shares her insights
Imagine: your company has just landed a star candidate – let’s call him Ethan – and he’s ready to start Monday. But suddenly, ch...
10 great careers page examples – and why we love them
Career pages are sections of a company's website dedicated to showcasing its employer brand and presenting job openings. They ar...
Tech recruitment in London: Luring and sourcing top tech talent
As a recruiter or hiring manager in the hypercompetitive tech recruitment landscape, you’re likely fighting tooth and nail for t...
5 qualities of a good employee and candidate and how to evaluate them in an interview
Important qualities of a good employee and candidate include teamwork, willingness to learn, communication, self-motivation, and...
Wondering what to look for in a resume? Not these 5 things
Duped investors are the obvious victims of the corporate scam allegedly devised by Theranos CEO, Elizabeth Holmes – a story now ...
How to fire an employee gracefully: 5 ways to do it right
Firing an employee is a sensitive task that requires careful handling. It's crucial to communicate clearly, provide specific rea...
There’s much to learn when candidates include hobbies in a resume
When you see a candidate include hobbies in a resume, your first thought as a recruiter or hiring manager might be: “That’s cute...
How to improve your restaurant turnover rate
Think of your favorite meal, perfectly cooked, beautifully served to you on a plate while you’re sitting in a comfortable chair ...
Handling layoffs: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Do you still have a job at BuzzFeed? What seems like a normal, fun quiz hosted on the popular media website actually carries the...