I have been a professional Recruiter since the early 2000s and running my own Recruitment Consulting business since 2010. Oh, how the job has changed over this period! We have had new technologies to embrace, new systems & processes, a global pandemic, and ups and downs in the labour market to see our way through. Despite how vastly different it is to hire employees now from when I first started in the industry, there is something that has not changed. Recruiters and Talent Acquisition Professionals have very limited tools at their disposal for their talent sourcing purposes then and now ..read more

Revolutionizing Recruitment: Jobilla’s Digital Headhunting – The Answer to Traditional Recruiting Challenges Picture a business owner, mired in a pile of resumes, hoping to uncover a gem. This scene has become all too common in today’s recruitment landscape, with its abundant job vacancies and scarce qualified talent. Add to that, the frustrating regularity of ‘ghost’ candidates, or interview cancellations, which makes the recruiting process increasingly tedious. Just when you thought it couldn’t get worse, the modern job market enters the scene, fierce, fast, and ever-evolving. As a hiring ma ..read more

When it comes to networking and business growth, there’s no organization quite like BNI. For those of you who may not be familiar, BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world, offering members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts, and, most importantly, business referrals. Our local chapter, to which I proudly belong, stands out for its strong sense of community, a diverse range of industries, and commitment to the philosophy ‘Givers Gain’. Here, collaboration over competition is the rule, not the exception. In my time with BNI, I’ve had the privilege of building rela ..read more

As we stand on the brink of a new era in recruitment, it’s essential to understand the labour shortage trends in Canada. It’s like navigating through a dense forest; the more we understand the terrain, the better our chances of finding our way. According to Statistics Canada, the country is experiencing a significant labour shortage, with over half a million vacancies in the third quarter of 2022 alone. Picture a city the size of Hamilton entirely composed of open jobs. That’s the magnitude we’re talking about. Now, let’s dig deeper. What’s driving this trend? Several factors are at play, lik ..read more

As a business owner, I strive to provide excellent service to my clients, not limited to the recruitment industry. Networking is a crucial component of any business strategy, and I know that it has helped me connect with individuals who share my mindset, generate fresh leads, and expand my business beyond what I thought possible! There are various networking organizations out there, but one stands out as one of the most successful and effective, and that is BNI (Business Network International) BNI In this blog post, I want to highlight how BNI played a crucial role in the growth of my busines ..read more

Studies have proven time and time again that when employees feel appreciated and recognized for their contributions, they tend to be more motivated, engaged, and committed to their work. Ultimately, having a robust recognition plan leads to increased productivity and profitability for the organization. And yet. According to a recent Gallup poll, only one in three employees agree that they received recognition or praise for doing good work in the past seven days. Given the benefits to both employees and employers, why aren’t more companies practicing recognition? One of the reasons is that for ..read more

Customer care, care for employees, human resources, life insurance, employment agency and marketing segmentation concepts. Recruiting is an ever-evolving process, and keeping up with the latest trends is crucial for organizations to remain competitive in attracting and retaining top talent. With the increasing use of technology and the changing attitudes of job seekers, the recruiting landscape is set to undergo significant changes in the coming years. Recruiting is undergoing a significant transformation. In this blog post, we’ll explore how recruiting is changing in 2023 and beyond. Artifici ..read more

Diversity Hands Recruitment Search Opportunity Concept Technology is rapidly changing. How do we live and work in today’s fast-paced world? Many industries, including recruiting, have been significantly impacted by automation and artificial intelligence (AI) advances. While these tools can undoubtedly streamline processes and improve efficiency, it’s important not to lose sight of the importance of a personal touch in recruiting. Now that we have so many technological options, it’s important to remember that hiring is as much about the people as the process. Recruiting is ultimately about buil ..read more

Talent Expertise Genius Skills Professional Concept The arduous process of recruiting new talent can be both lengthy and taxing for employers. From sourcing potential applicants to conducting interviews, filtering out the best candidates from among them – all in just a few days! Yet, despite overcoming such hurdles as finding suitable candidates, screening them properly and expediting the hiring process – we still encounter issues like poor hires, underperforming employees and low employee morale levels within our workforce. With a thorough understanding of your company’s requirements and cult ..read more

Hiring quickly is essential to success in a candidate-driven market, and these are 5  top strategies to help you speed up your hiring process. Recruiting quickly doesn’t mean you have to abandon your hiring standards, but it DOES mean that you have to move fast. High demand means competition. Demand for talent continues to increase while the actual supply of skilled talent is decreasing. This is especially true for “future critical” work, where the need far exceeds supply, such as in machine learning, cybersecurity, and quantum computing supply. Decreasing supply and high demand equ ..read more