Despite complaints about its accuracy and a legal challenge, employers are signing up for the government-run E-Verify program at the rate of almost 1,000 a week. Read more
Closing the Door: Irresponsible Changes in Immigration Policy
The recently passed “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009,” aka the stimulus bill, includes a provision that restricts companies … Read more
As Job Losses Grow, So Do The Calls To Trim Visas, Outsourcing
As the recession deepens and job losses set records, the finger of blame, which has up to now been pointed at the bankers and Wall Street brokers — … Read more
Recruiting for the Modern-Day Moon Shot
In a relatively obscure part of the state of Washington lies a relatively obscure lab, working to free America from its dependence on its few remaining … Read more
Global Recruitment: A Primer from a Recruiter
Things are starting to slow down for hiring departments across the country for reasons related to the slower economy, arrival of the holiday season, and … Read more
Other Countries Are Gaining in the War for Talent
The Australian Parliament recently eased immigration laws with a goal of attracting more high-skilled labor. This was in recognition of the fact that given … Read more
The U.S. Border Patrol: Recruiting Through Education and a Little Glitz
Talent acquisition leaders are used to working under pressure, but there’s little doubt that the guy in the hot seat is Joe Abbott, director of … Read more
The Gathering Storm: Immigration Policy for Skilled Workers Needs a Major Overhaul
There is a major shortage of talent. Critically needed foreign workers cannot make their way here because temporary work visas are snapped up on the first … Read more
The New I-9 Form and Other Screening Trends
Some news from various sources on employment eligibility, background checks, screening, and more: New I-9 Form Released… U.S. Citizen and Immigration … Read more
The New War for Talent
We may be in the midst of a recession with increasing unemployment and fewer jobs, but that’s not likely to have much long-term effect on shortages … Read more