Though 2024 is only about halfway over, I think most of us can agree that this year has been anything but predictable. Hiring is all over the place, with some sectors facing layoffs while others continue to staff. Even the monthly BLS jobs report offers little clarity amid the relative chaos. And that’s without getting into the other myriad factors impacting the recruiting landscape.  Still, even without a pithy catchphrase to describe what’s happening (Great Resignation, anyone?), it’s evident that there are gaps between where employers stand and what job seekers experience. That ..read more

  Technology has radically transformed talent acquisition strategies, enabling recruiters to source with greater speed, precision and cost-effectiveness. One of the key elements of modern talent sourcing is programmatic job advertising – a term ported over from the marketing realm – which automates the job ad buying process and offers HR teams data-driven decision-making and real-time adjustments. As the recruitment landscape becomes more performance-driven and transparent, programmatic job advertising is increasing in popularity and utility.  How Programmatic Job Advertising Works P ..read more

In a surprising move that’s set to shake up the online recruitment industry, two pioneering U.S.-based job board companies, Monster and CareerBuilder, have announced their intention to combine operations. This strategic merger aims to create a formidable entity capable of challenging current market leaders Indeed and ZipRecruiter. The news was jointly announced by Randstad, the Netherlands-based staffing giant and parent company of Monster, and Apollo Global Management, the private equity firm that owns CareerBuilder. Under the terms of the agreement, Apollo will become the controlling shareho ..read more

  Greetings, corporate warriors! Today, we embark on a journey through the labyrinthine corridors of corporate America, armed with our wits and a burning question: Is inclusion the antidote to the all-too-common affliction of employee burnout?  Burnout is as ubiquitous in corporate America as poorly made coffee and endless Zoom calls.  We’ve all seen it—employees with glazed eyes, drained of enthusiasm, staggering through the workday like extras in a zombie movie. It’s a productivity parasite, sucking the life out of your best talent and leaving behind a husk of what once was a ..read more

  LinkedIn’s guidelines for third-party job postings are a masterclass in how the platform is using “authenticity” as a weapon to further monetize the relationship between a bevy of ATSs and the XML feeds of thousands of Recruiting Agencies that rely on “free” postings to engage with active applicants. In short, recent changes to protect the network should be a moment to pause and reflect for recruiting agencies or Agencyland. Under the auspices of the new August 2024 requirements, stricter visibility rules for third-party jobs kick in. While LinkedIn’s audits are intended to ensure compl ..read more

In a significant move to bolster its AI capabilities, Bullhorn, the global leader in software for the staffing and recruitment industry, has announced the acquisition of Textkernel. This strategic acquisition is set to revolutionize the way organizations source talent in today’s competitive landscape. Addressing Talent Shortages with AI The staffing industry, which has grown to over $600 billion in revenue globally, faces ongoing challenges with talent and job shortages. In his keynote at Engage Boston 2024, Bullhorn CEO Art Papas emphasized the need for a S.E.A. (Specific, Enormous, Actionabl ..read more

  For TA and recruiting, the Nurse.com 2024 Nurse Salary and Work-Life Report provides invaluable insights into the current landscape of nurse compensation, benefits, and workplace dynamics. This comprehensive report provides data-driven intelligence to develop competitive compensation packages, tailor benefits offerings to meet nurses’ evolving needs, and address critical issues impacting job satisfaction and retention Summary findings The report highlights several key findings that are crucial for talent acquisition professionals to understand: RN salaries increased by 2.6%, with a med ..read more

  … Explained in <3 Minutes!   Pressed for time? Here are the best practices to keep in mind when buying an ATS, right alongside the most common mistakes and how to avoid them. To make them easier, I’ll explain them as a list of do’s and don’ts. Do Ask for a Proper Budget  An Applicant Tracking System can have a tremendous impact on your hiring efforts, from saving thousands of hours to decreasing time-to-hire and making sure you snatch the best candidates. All this translates into dollars saved. Hence, it’s 100% sensible to make the case to your finance department that ..read more

Alarming Statistics The MyPerfectResume survey unearths troubling statistics that underscore the pervasive fear and reluctance employees feel towards HR departments. A staggering 86% of respondents admitted to fearing HR, while 85% hesitated to approach HR professionals to discuss work-related issues. Such numbers highlight an urgent need for transformation within HR practices. Top Causes of Employee Reluctance A deeper dive into the causes reveals multiple factors contributing to this distrust: Lack of confidentiality – 37% Perceived ineffectiveness of HR – 37% Lack of approachability of HR ..read more

Let’s get real for a minute—lying on resumes is more common than you might think.  A whopping 70% of workers admit to fudging the truth on their CVs, and 37% do it frequently. It’s a bold move, but let’s face it, in the cutthroat world of job hunting, some folks feel like an embellishment is their ticket to landing that dream job.  From an employer’s perspective, the truth is invaluable because it builds a foundation of trust and integrity. When candidates are honest about their skills and experiences, it allows accurately assess their fit for the role and the company culture. This h ..read more