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The Pragmatic Recruiting Framework: A lesson from marketing
I’m not a fan of the tired rhetoric of “Recruitment is just like X”. But let’s face facts: every discipline can learn something ...
The future of HR: what does it hold for recruiters?
Algorithms that read resumes. AI systems that evaluate candidates. Robots that take over jobs. Yes, it’s true that tech brings c...
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...
The power of a corporate retreat: 5 reasons why you should do it
Corporate retreats boost morale, foster collaboration, and save money. They provide an inclusive environment for socializing, re...
Horrible workplaces: The signs of a hostile work environment and what to do about it
A horrible workplace, also known as a hostile work environment, is one where employees feel uncomfortable, scared, or intimidate...
Office in an ‘unsexy’ area? Use these 5 talent attraction strategies
New York. Los Angeles. Toronto. Vancouver. London. These “sexy” locations are where great talent wants to work – your talent att...
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...
Wooing top tech talent: Recruiting in the Boston tech scene
A memorable Workable event on tech recruiting opened with some surprising statistics, courtesy of Culture Amp’s Joshua Bach: “10...
Millennials in the workplace: How to manage and engage them
As of early 2019, the ages of millennials in the workplace ranged from 22 to 38 years old. This demographic represents the large...
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...
No standard working hours in Hong Kong? This is an opportunity
In Hong Kong, the practice of long working hours is common due to its status as a financial hub and the region's flexible work m...
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...