With a population of 1.3 million, Dallas is the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in Texas. Rich in history and known for its cultural attractions and professional sports teams, the city has become a hot destination for tourists from near and far. In addition to the 22 million visitors…
What is the cost of vacancy? Every position, from support to sales, has a revenue-contributing role to play in a business. And when positions stay vacant, the organization ends up paying the price. With Acara’s new Cost of Vacancy calculator, you can use the Simple Salary Multiplier formula to determine exactly how much your company’s…
Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in human brains and how people think, process information, and experience the world. One in five adults in the United States is neurodivergent, including those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and Tourette syndrome. Historically, neurodivergent individuals have faced significant challenges…
Are you an HR or recruiting leader who wants to improve your industry knowledge? With so much information available, finding the best sources can be overwhelming. Our team at Acara has narrowed down our favorite sites, blogs, and newsletters that help us keep up with what’s happening in the world of HR. Here are some…
2023 was a year of economic uncertainty in the United States, bringing talks of a recession while consumers continued to adjust to higher prices and rising interest rates. Ultimately, the recession that experts were predicting didn’t come—so what does this mean for the economy in 2024? And how will it impact the workforce? Experts Split…
With the new year right around the corner, we’re taking a look back at some of Acara’s most popular blogs over the last 12 months. Our team looks forward to serving up more great content in the new year. Recruiter and Hiring Manager Ghosting in the Hiring Process In 2023, with so much of the…
In an era marked by ever-increasing calls for transparency in the workplace, Ontario is taking a significant step forward with groundbreaking legislation aiming to reshape the employment landscape. The new “Working for Workers” legislation would not only require employers to disclose salary information in job postings, bringing greater clarity to job seekers, but also delves…
In the fast-paced world of talent acquisition, the traditional approach of relying solely on degrees and experience to evaluate job candidates is undergoing a significant transformation. Skills-based hiring, an emerging trend in the recruitment landscape, emphasizes an individual’s demonstrated abilities more than their formal qualifications. Here, we’ll explore the shift towards skills-based hiring, examine the…
In a standard job search, it is critically important for companies to discover talent that aligns with a specific role and can handle the various responsibilities that come with it. But when recruiting a leadership candidate, there is much greater significance placed on finding right-fit candidates. When recruiting for these high-impact roles, the stakes are…
With more Generation Z (Gen Z) members entering the workforce each year, businesses are noticing a shift in what members of this age group want from their employers compared to previous generations. It’s predicted that “Gen Z will transform and disrupt the workplace more than any generation,” states Mark Beal, an assistant professor of professional…
