Ready for a new year? Us too. Our Acara team was hard at work in 2020, so let’s take a moment to reminisce on the news, tips, trends, and resources that we’ve put together over the past year. February: Acara CEO Scott Stenclik Named One of Buffalo’s Most Powerful Leaders Back in February, we learned…
Commercial office spaces: To lease or not to lease? A thought that has been ruminating in the minds of corporate executives for several months, this question has tremendous business implications for organizations across the world. While the query appears to be a simple one, its many complexities and nuances need to be fully unpacked. As…
Social media has become an integral part of the staffing and recruiting industry over the past several years. Since the unfortunate start of the coronavirus pandemic, I’ve seen a dramatic uptick in social media utilization by staffing providers. Many talent acquisition professionals have witnessed the correlation between brand promotion and talent attraction. The prevalence of…
Originally posted on Talentrise.com by Kristen Lampert, Senior Talent & Leadership Consultant December is here, and the holiday season is officially upon us! As companies eagerly look ahead to 2021, a recent report published by Gartner provides a glimpse of the top five priorities for HR leaders heading into the new year. Here’s my take on what matters most when…
When it comes to staffing and recruiting, Derrick Ryskamp is no “new kid on the block.” Since joining our team at Acara, he has quickly become one of our company’s top performers in his role as Director of Enterprise Sales. The key to his success? Generating personal relationships with clients. In the latest edition of…
In today’s virtual recruiting environment, employer ghosting has become extremely easy—and increasingly common—among organizations. Gone are the days of formal rejection letters or emails; today, some candidates fail to even hear a peep upon completion of their interview. Over the years, many job seekers have asked me: what are some red flags to beware of…
For 30 years, Brian Christel has been integral to the growth and expansion of Acara Solutions. Beginning his career as a Branch Manager in Phoenix, Brian played a pivotal role in driving new business opportunities to support Acara’s west-coast operations. His pursuit of excellence and commitment to success has enabled his upward climb within our…
In the twenty-first century, Human Resources departments have become the propelling force responsible for driving businesses forward. As companies have continued to commit extensive amounts of time, money, and resources to improve their HR departments, we’ve witnessed tremendous improvements in workplace culture, diversity & inclusion, learning & development, and more. Whether you’re a passionate HR…
Over the past decade, LinkedIn has become the gold standard for professional networking platforms. With over 675 million members, its reputation as the premier professional social media site is well-deserved. From corporate executives and high-powered celebrities to young professionals and college students, LinkedIn is chock full of users from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds. While…
Whether you’re meeting face-to-face or conducting the interaction virtually, here are three ways you can tell if you’re being lied to in an interview. Your candidate can’t make eye contact. According to an article by Business Insider, “you can tell someone’s lying to you by watching their face.” This is true, especially regarding eye contact….
