The science of recruiting.
This is a fascinating topic. When employers post jobs, they hope to get enough applicants with the "must have" skills needed to be a top performer. A compelling job title and job description get excited supercharge applications for qualified job seekers.
Like all social media, those who stand out (which means they have optimized profiles) are the ones that usually get the interviews. Also, never forget that 90% of all recruiters (companies and third-party recruiters) search LinkedIn every day looking for your optimized profile. In a post covid hiring world, it is time to tweak your profile. Here is what you need to know.
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For 2022 and beyond, it is time to take video interviewing seriously since employers will expect minimal hiccups. The honeymoon with video interview technology is over, and employers will be expecting excellence. Here is what you need to know.
The challenge to find great new insurance talent marches on, and during Insurance Career Month, your company can gain a competitive edge learning from many experts.
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People want to and need to work, and they will start returning in droves. Here are some recruiting tips to help you find the best employees ever!
. People want to and need to work, and they will start returning in droves. Here are some recruiting tips to help you find the best employees ever!
The great resignation and retirements in the insurance industry are opening up significant opportunities. Companies are ready to hire motivated, trainable and people in the long run. If your job or company isn't meeting your career demands, you will never find a better time to make a change!
The "great resignation" is alive and well. Since August of 2021, over 4 million people have quit their jobs…each month! Pre-Covid, this would indicate a booming economy. But just like the pandemic, nothing is normal, and the job market is certainly no exception. The good news is that this employment anomaly may be the a once in a lifetime event that can excel your career path!
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Q: I am happy to get the interview, but with COVID-19 keeping everyone at home, this insurance company has scheduled a video interview. Can you give me advice on how to excel during this interview?
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I am in the middle of interviewing candidates for a sales account manager. Like many companies (all sizes), it is very reasonable for the recruiter or human resource professional to call a potential candidate and do an initial phone interview. Seven out of ten phone interviews I had this week didn't go well, and this has inspired me to write this article.
In helping many companies with job marketing strategy, one of the best ways to increase applications is to treat each job your posting like its own website. For example, at OrlandoJobs.com, you have the ability to make your job posting stand out by adding pictures, your social media, video, employment brand, and employee testimonials.
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Getting 2020 off to a GREAT start! Dear Readers, I wish you all a wonderful holiday season and the best of career success as you...
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