Job postings often emphasize employer branding by focusing on the company. The problem with that is that a job post should focus on…the job. In his … Read more
Solving Candidate Ghosting With Micro-Commitments
It’s likely true that candidate ghosting is higher than it’s been in a while. But we’re not going to waste our time blaming the pandemic or tight labor … Read more
“Is My Job Post Any Good?”
I get an email about once a week from an old friend, event attendee, LinkedIn connection, or student from my online course. They usually begin with a nice … Read more
Exclusionary vs Inclusionary Terms to Use in Job Posts
You already know that what’s written in your job posting sends a powerful signal to candidates. Indeed, companies are paying a lot more attention these … Read more
3 Reasons Recruiters Should Care About IPOs Like ZipRecruiter
Everyone’s favorite podcast sponsor was actually in the news instead of interrupting it this time. Santa Monica-based ZipRecruiter went public in a direct … Read more
New Research Reveals Key Insights Into the ATS Market
Recent studies of more than 50,000 employers and job-seekers revealed the best and worst applicant tracking systems (ATSs). While the legacy system Workday … Read more
How to Provide an LGBTQ-Friendly Candidate Experience
I can’t quite put my finger on the exact moment I knew that my sexuality would be my secret. I don’t even know what made me think it … Read more
Stop Using ‘Exciting,’ ‘Growth,’ and ‘Motivated’ in Job Ads
Why would a great candidate want to work at your company? I’m not talking about someone with no other prospects and who’s willing to work anywhere as long … Read more
New Research Reveals Shocking Attitudes Among Recruiters
New research by The Talent Acquisition Institute of North America reveals some interesting attitudes among TA professionals. The findings, based on a … Read more
How to Create Better Job Titles
Around 2009, some companies got a great idea that they would create unique job titles. Witty, right? These job titles would be ultra-unique and use hip … Read more