It can be easy to miss important information about a candidate during a quick interview. That’s why more employers are trying unusual approaches to discern candidates’ critical thinking or their ability to handle the unexpected. However, there’s still one area that employers and hiring managers overlook: intellectual curiosity. An intellectually curious person has the motivation and desire to learn more. They ask questions about the day-to-day process as well as the big picture. It’s an invaluable trait to find in a job candidate. A curious employee can have a great impact on your company. Th ..read more

Times have changed. Job applicants face an interesting challenge: Create a digital resume that is readable not only by humans, but also by the AI technology that processes it. AI software and applicant tracking systems are being used more often by employers. With hundreds of resumes being submitted per job opening, this system allows resumes to be kept organized and limited to the best possible matches. When you submit an online job application, a tool called a resume parser extracts information from your resume, transferring it to the correct section of your profile. When a recruiter or hiri ..read more

For nearly two decades, Microsoft Office has allowed job candidates the option to save files as PDF versions, meaning an increasing number of resumes in that format. At Adecco, we’ve seen our share of resumes and have received an increase in resumes in JPG and PNG as well. Below are four key reasons to always send your resume as a Word document (.doc or .docx) to ensure you don’t unintentionally hinder your job search. Why should your resume be in Word format? 1. PDF or image files often don’t translate to applicant tracking systems. Recruiting systems may accept all types of resumes, bu ..read more

In today’s fast-paced society, speed often trumps courtesy. We’ve become accustomed to countless interruptions each day: expecting (and even welcoming) impromptu visits, text messages, social media alerts, or the rings of a video call during a conversation. Yet, most of us would agree that being interrupted mid-sentence during a conversation still triggers a pang of irritation. Although interrupting may have become more commonplace, it’s no less rude than it’s always been. Read on to find out why interrupting can be a career destroyer, why you do it, and how to stop. Why is interrupting bad f ..read more

While a strong resume or portfolio can get you one step closer to your dream position, it’s the ensuing interview process that really helps hiring managers and recruiters determine whether or not you are the right fit. Preparing for a job interview usually requires more than simply researching a company’s products or services. First of all, what do recruiters look for when interviewing candidates? According to Nicholls’s State University, a professional appearance, great communication skills, the right qualifications, and knowledge of the company and industry are key ingredients to a suc ..read more

This month’s top trends in the world of work include: A shift toward freelance work Deploying technology to fight the Great Resignation Ghosting in the hiring process People’s readiness for the future of work Reinventing company cultures Download The Report Here The post April 2022 Market Burst appeared first on Adecco Staffing, USA Blog ..read more

This month’s top trends in the world of work include: Rethinking pay in the market driven by high inflation Attracting candidates through vacation schemes Increase in work disengagement among women Insight into the “antiwork” movement AI becoming an integral part of recruitment processes Download The Report Here The post March 2022 Market Burst appeared first on Adecco Staffing, USA Blog ..read more

This month’s top trends in the world of work include: Salary transparency takes center stage Tapping overlooked talent to combat candidate shortage Longevity is another angle for a reimagined work environment Jobs on the rise globally Attracting frontline workers Download The Report Here The post February 2022 Market Burst appeared first on Adecco Staffing, USA Blog ..read more

Based on our own internal data, both direct hire and temporary job growth for industrial truck operators in distribution centers has nearly doubled in some key markets, and hourly pay rates have risen as much as 50%. Furthermore, Indeed recently saw a 6% spike in forklift operator job postings spread out across the country. With package delivery booming, the hiring companies expect certified, safety-minded candidates to fill these roles. That’s why the Adecco Group Foundation US partnered with our client—a luxury home goods brand—to invest in innovative forklift training. The client had a hig ..read more

A record-high 11 million jobs are waiting to be filled across the U.S. This boom in available openings? You can thank the Baby Boomers. According to Pew Research Center, the rate of retirement in Baby Boomers has accelerated since the start of COVID-19 with almost 29 million boomers retiring in 2020 – An increase of more than 3 million from 2019. With 75 million Baby Boomers retiring by 2030, The Great Retirement is looking to supersede The Great Resignation as the biggest hiring trend for 2022. Here’s what you need to know: How will Baby Boomers retiring affect the workforce? One in four wor ..read more