The staffing industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, thanks to the rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. As we venture further into the digital age, AI is reshaping the way staffing firms operate, from candidate sourcing to client engagement. To remain competitive and relevant, staffing firms must not only embrace these technological changes but also adapt and leverage AI effectively. The AI Revolution in Staffing AI is fundamentally changing how staffing firms manage their core processes. Once tedious processes can now be automated, allowing staffing organi ..read more

  As a recruiter, you’re an expert in interviewing candidates. So, interviewing for a recruiter position should be easy, right? I’m guessing you’re thinking “No, it sure isn’t!” As an interview coach who has prepared many a recruiter for their hour “on the other side of the desk,” I’d have to agree. If you want to stand out and get the offer, you need to prepare. “Recruiting is sales.” I’m sure you’ve heard this said, and that sales is a useful background for a recruiter. Whether or not you’ve held such roles, you can demonstrate your sales ability in the interview by skillfully selling y ..read more

Are you using LinkedIn as the one and only social media channel for recruiting? Let’s be honest – we all were Team LinkedIn at some point. And, most likely, we still are when it comes to hiring. But if we want to appeal to Gen Z and innovate the recruitment process, it’s high time to opt for other technologies and tools. How about joining Team TikTok to hire younger generations? Known as digital natives or zoomers, Generation Z candidates are tech-driven. Social networks are like air for these post-millennials. And TikTok is its freshest type. Discover why and how to embrace TikTok for hiring ..read more

  How companies are hiring is changing. With technology advancing daily, companies are now investing in automation in recruiting. They’re using automated interviewing to reach more people and make quicker hiring decisions. These one-way interviews have helped businesses find top talent without spending much time on face-to-face meetings. While automated interviews have numerous advantages, there are several important considerations to be mindful of before implementing them. Recruiters must ensure they’re ready for these changes so they can continue hiring the right people and keep them on ..read more

Cars used to suck.  For the first thirty years of their existence cars were not very useful. They were built one at a time by hand, primarily by artisans. They didn’t go very fast. If something broke, replacement parts needed to be custom-made. The roads belonged to horses, so their narrow wheels made for extremely uncomfortable rides where breakdowns were common. And there were no gas stations, so you had to figure out your own supply of fuel.  Cars began their life as toys for the wealthy, mostly to show other people how wealthy they were. They had minimal function beyond being no ..read more

  The state of AI adoption in Talent Acquisition as of 2024 is marked by a rapid evolution and integration of generative AI (GenAI) technologies, reflecting both the challenges and opportunities in the recruitment landscape. Here’s a summarized insight based on recent trends and observations: Generative AI Leading Talent Acquisition Trends Generative AI has emerged as a significant driver in talent acquisition, revolutionizing recruiting processes from job description generation to candidate engagement. With its adoption, GenAI technologies like ChatGPT have amassed over 100 million activ ..read more

  The United Auto Workers (UAW) and The Big Three auto manufacturers, General Motors (GM), Ford Motor (Ford), and Stellantis, the maker of Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep, locked horns in an epic 40-day work stoppage that caused $10.4 billion in economic losses. How Did The UAW Get To This Point On one side of the strike was an aggressive new union president, Shawn Fain. Fain took a hard stance on behalf of auto workers and showed no restraint as he registered his opinions to the press. According to Reuters, Fain said, “We’re done taking their crap and the scraps they want to feed us.” The Wash ..read more

Trust is the cornerstone for success in the recruitment industry. Professional recruiters must be able to build trust with candidates and clients as a way to cultivate long-lasting, successful relationships. It can be challenging for recruiters to prioritize their human candidates when they must also balance heavy workloads and KPIs. As such, some job seekers have a negative view of recruiters, with some even specifying “no recruiters” on their social media accounts. Recruiters face significant pressure to place large numbers of applicants without having access to appropriate resources, which ..read more

  The landscape of recruitment has undergone a seismic shift over the last decade. From traditional methods that dominated in 2023, to the AI-driven, data-centric approaches anticipated in 2030, the evolution of recruiting reflects broader changes in technology and workplace culture. This article aims to compare and contrast these two eras in recruitment, highlighting how the role of a recruiter has transformed. 2023: The Human-Centric Approach Key Characteristics: Personal Touch: In 2023, recruiting heavily relied on human judgment and interpersonal skills. Recruiters spent significant ..read more

In the competitive arena of talent acquisition, cold email marketing has become an indispensable tool for engaging potential candidates. But success in cold emailing is not just about sending a flurry of messages—it’s about crafting communication that cuts through the noise and resonates on a personal level. Gone are the days of generic, mass-broadcasted messages—the key to success in the modern era hinges on crafting personalized, engaging emails that stand out in a crowded inbox. In our comprehensive guide to cold email marketing in talent acquisition, we delve into proven strategies that ha ..read more