In the recruitment world, accessing talent and building a better workforce is the name of the game. As it happens, it’s also the name of Acara’s latest white paper. How can you attract top talent? How can you build a better workforce? The answers start with your Human Resources Department, but they don’t stop there….
An old colleague of mine—an HR specialist and recruitment expert—once told me that finding the right job candidate is a lot like dating. You catch a glimpse; you meet; you talk; you prove yourself (or you don’t); you commit to a relationship (or you don’t). It makes sense, right? But I’m a gamblin’ man, so…
The rise in job hopping has been well documented as of late, and it’s something that talent acquisition professionals deal with on a daily basis. How should we feel about employees who move from job to job year after year? Many people view job hopping as something negative. When I conduct an intake call for…
Acara Senior VP Chris Beckage was recently published in “Supply & Demand Chain Executive,” an industry-leading magazine that covers procurement, risk, and IoT solutions. In his article, “4 Ways to Shorten Your Hiring Cycle and Secure Top Talent,” Chris explains how talent acquisition and recruitment firms can expedite their processes without sacrificing quality hires. What…
By Rosanna Talese The signing of the Declaration of Independence. Love Park. That iconic flight of stairs from the Rocky franchise. Philadelphia has many claims to fame. But the city is much more than just a cheesesteak lover’s paradise—it’s also a top destination for job seekers and employers alike. Around this time last year, the…
We’ve all seen or heard pop culture references about artificial intelligence (AI). You know the drill: Man builds robot; robot comes to life; robot betrays man. This is the stuff of science fiction, of course. Or is it? Like it or not, AI is making the move from our bookshelves to our businesses. Who among…
Thanks to our clients, team members, the Melbourne Regional Chamber, and the Brevard County community for your warm welcome as we celebrated the opening of our brand new office in Melbourne on November 13. Our move to Melbourne from Palm Bay will expand our service capabilities and make us more accessible to many of our…
Most of us have had the displeasure of working with an overly negative colleague. An employee with a consistently poor attitude can be toxic, bringing down morale and hurting productivity. While we all have bad days, it’s a major red flag if someone is only in the interview phase and already showing signs of negativity….
The Buffalo-Niagara economy is entering an era of significant opportunity, as evidenced by the area’s 3.8% unemployment rate posted in September—the lowest it has been since October 2001. With a growing economy comes new challenges and stress points, however. Scott Stenclik, CEO of Acara and Aleron Shared Resources, recently shared his insights with Buffalo Business…
Recruiting is all about building relationships—we need to be warm and consistent in our approach. In anticipation of Halloween, here are seven sins to steer clear of. 1. Left in the Lurch. Three people are submitted for a job opening. One receives an offer; the other two do not. In the excitement of filling the…
