Most people have heard of blue and white-collar jobs. But what about pink? As you may have guessed, pink-collar jobs refer to female-dominated roles and professions, although the exact nature of these professions has shifted over the years. While we’ve made strides in achieving gender parity at work, modern gender dynamics and expectations continue to evolve. Are these terms still relevant in the 21st century, though? Let’s find out as we explore practical ways companies can encourage gender equity in 2024 and beyond. TL;DR — Key Takeaways Pink collar refers to female-dominated jobs. These j ..read more

If you work in talent acquisition, then you’ll know that ghosting isn’t just a dating faux pas — it’s a recruiter’s worst nightmare. However, it’s not always the candidate’s fault, especially if you haven’t taken the time to build a bond through candidate relationship management. CRM (which isn’t to be confused with customer relationship management in the marketing work) isn’t just about avoiding the dreaded “It’s not you, it’s me” email. It’s about crafting relationships that are as strong as your next hire is talented. We’ve sourced expert insights to walk you through the top tips, most effe ..read more

The pace of technological change isn’t just fast — it’s accelerating. Blink, and a new device, software, or app is ready to replace your old one. Keeping up isn’t easy, which is why 87% of companies are grappling with, or anticipate, a skills gap in the foreseeable future, underscoring the pressing need for immediate action. Effectively managing skill issues is a top concern for both employers and employees. Failing to do so could lead to a decline in productivity, diminished job satisfaction, and missed growth opportunities. Ready to tackle your organization’s skills gap? Let’s take a closer ..read more

Project metrics shed light on a project’s progress, efficiency, and overall success and help project managers: Understand project health and performance Communicate project performance effectively Identify the root causes of project issues This article introduces you to 10 key project metrics and shows you how to track them.  We will discuss key metrics related to time, cost, quality, and productivity, and by the end, you’ll know how to apply these insights to improve your project management approach.   What are project management metrics? Project management metrics are indica ..read more

We all want every project in our pipeline to be delivered smoothly. But without a solid process, it’s hard to get projects from start to finish.  That’s where project tracking comes into play. Project tracking refers to monitoring and managing a project’s progress to ensure it meets deadlines, stays within budget, and reaches its objectives.  In this article, you’ll learn proven methods to track project progress effectively. We will dive into: Three key steps for tracking project progress Best practices for accurately tracking project progress The benefits and challenges of project ..read more

The state of HR in 2024 is, unfortunately, not very promising: 53% of HR pros predict that the recruitment budgets this year will stay the same or decrease, and 79% of them believe that AI will soon be in charge of hiring and firing decisions. As a result, more than 90% of hiring managers face challenges with recruiting new talent. As champions of fair, streamlined hiring processes, we’ve taken the time to explore some of those challenges in an effort to find ways that you can overcome them. TL;DR — Key Takeaways Avoiding recruiting challenges helps avoid high turnover, fill roles more quick ..read more

Applicant tracking systems (ATS) help you manage the hiring process by organizing all your candidate notes and info in one place, helping you align with other hiring managers, and keeping an eye on important metrics. Think Workable, Greenhouse, Toggl Hire — those kinds of hiring software that helps you maintain control of what can quickly spiral out into a disorganized process. But an ATS you can integrate with other hiring tools? Life changing. Suddenly, you’re able to automate and optimize the hiring process like never before. And with new features and integrations appearing on the market (w ..read more

While sourcing from a global talent pool opens you up to numerous benefits, including greater diversity and unique skill sets, the downside is that your perfect hire is likely based elsewhere. While you might find the ideal candidate by widening your net, you’ll also likely have to persuade them to uproot their lives if you want them to relocate to a specific office. Attractive relocation packages to ease the stress of moving to a new location are often the only way to secure the brightest employees. Relocation packages take care of mundane essentials, so hires can focus on starting work ..read more

Project managers often struggle to calculate project ROI and communicate a project’s financial value to stakeholders as they might not have the right tools or processes to do so. This guide has everything you need to start calculating the ROI of your projects, avoid scope creep, and improve project efficiency.  You’ll learn proven steps, formulas, and examples to calculate and improve project ROI. Let’s dive in.  What is project ROI? Project ROI (return on investment) measures how much profit a project generates compared with its final cost.  This metric helps businesses underst ..read more

It’s not a stretch to say that working in recruitment is tough right now. With the rise of artificial intelligence, the remote work debate, and continued labor shortages, finding, hiring, and retaining great talent is a challenge many companies face. While there’s (unfortunately) not one simple fix, setting recruitment goals is a key part of organizing and optimizing hiring processes to overcome these common challenges with the least friction possible. If done right, your goals won’t just help you find great hires, they’ll also help your hiring team improve your recruitment marketing efforts a ..read more