Talent and employment experts from across the country argued that ceasing the distribution of federal unemployment benefits would inundate the job market with qualified candidates. So far, their predictions couldn’t be more wrong. A total of 26 states chose to end some—or all—of the expanded unemployment benefits in recent weeks. State and local leaders in…

Ready for the latest social media craze that’s gaining traction across the country? As employers get creative in their search for talent, many have turned to TikTok to find qualified candidates. Yes, the video-sharing social networking site that we’ve all come to know and love is doing more than just entertaining millions of Americans—it’s now…

By Acara Recruitment Specialist Kelly Daniels More and more employers are using Skype interviews and other video interviews during their screening process. They may use a Skype interview in place of a phone interview, or after the phone interview before bringing you on-site. Skype interviews can really be the best of both worlds—you still get…

By Nigel Hapurarachchi Earlier this month, I was pleased to join a panel of talent and recruitment professionals to speak at an event called “Building Skilled Talent” in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Alive with workshops, a trade show, and a panel discussion among industry leaders, the event spoke to the emerging talent needs of manufacturers in…

Acara Recruitment Specialist Sean Pebbles is a true student of the recruiting game. Built for success in the industry, he’s got all the intangibles of a savvy recruitment pro: next-level technique, quick response times, and unique ability to create separation from competitors. As Sean enters his third year in the field, the sky’s the limit…

By Acara Account Executive Spencer Greenwood   In 2020, a millennial will be anyone between the age of 24 and 39, which means that millennials will make up a large and crucial percentage of a company’s workforce. As we approach a new decade, companies will need to rely on millennials for their fresh ideas more…

By Aleron Chief Technology Officer Frank Gullo   This year’s HR Technology Conference & Exposition was a large-scale event focused on HR technology across all functional areas, including: Talent Acquisition Performance Management Employee Engagement Diversity and Inclusion Payroll People Analytics Attendees included: HR Tech Service Providers HR Tech Startups HR Practitioners Analyst and Research Firms…