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Writing effective job descriptions: a style guide
Given that the purpose of a job description is to attract applications it would make sense for it to be inviting. Yet, all too o...
Does anyone advertise jobs in newspapers anymore?
Remember when the classifieds section of the local paper was the obvious place to look for a job? Back at the dawn of the new m...
What do the best career pages have in common?
You’ve put a lot of work into your website in order to sell your product. It boasts beautiful design, photos and testimoni...
Writing job descriptions for hiring millennials
Millennials are now the largest generation in the workforce. More than 35m millennials and Generation-Y employees (those born af...
Stand by me: employee retention strategies from the pros
Most companies realize when they hire someone that it’s not a solemn vow to be together forever. The generation of company...
Employee engagement strategies that work
Low employee engagement is a global problem. Right now, seven out of ten employees in the US drag their feet to work. This numbe...
How to write job descriptions
Job descriptions could and should sweep candidates off their feet. But all too often we’re content to lean on the old-fashioned ...
Secrets of building an attractive company
Smart companies typically operate in competitive talent markets. This means that the people you’re looking for are likely to be ...
5 reasons your careers page costs you candidates
It may sound obvious but your careers page is your shop window. You want to make it easy for candidates to have a look at what&#...
How to write a job ad: 7 common mistakes to avoid
Today we look at some of the most common mistakes people make when writing job requirements on their job ads, and how to avoid t...
What’s the best day to advertise job openings?
Are you posting your job openings when candidates are looking? Knowing when job seekers are most active on job boards can help y...