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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...
14 recruitment fails: Don’t end up on this list of bad job ads
Examples of bad job ads are a popular feature of one-time Workable VP of Customer Advocacy Matt Buckland’s Twitter feed. Some of...
Need a new ATS? No one cares, unless you speak their language
Learn from product marketing strategies to address specific buyer types in your organization, making a compelling case for a new...
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 ...
Talent attraction: Why Maslow thinks your job ads suck
Are you a recruiter in a terrifyingly drab business park 30 minutes from the “cool” downtown core or city center? Getting cricke...
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...
6 tips for hiring managers in working with recruiters
Hiring managers should engage with recruiters from day one, clearly define the role and ideal candidate, participate in sourcing...
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...
Why you should consider non-traditional candidates
For some professions, career paths are sort of a given, almost pre-defined. For example, if you want to be a doctor, you’ll go t...
Best job ad examples from the Workable job board
A clear and engaging job description helps attract the right candidates. But writing one is no easy feat. To inspire you, we dov...