We know that recruiting is experiencing some disruption during this difficult situation. Certain sectors are undoubtedly going through tough times. However, other industries are going through hiring increases, and recruitment has remained active, if not increased. If you’re in recruiting, it’s still important to utilize best practices to secure top talent for your company or…

Information curated from legal and government sources by Director of Business Development Nigel Hapuarachchi. Acara is proud to serve employers, employees, and job seekers in international markets. With a strong presence in Canada, our teams are working diligently to support clients and help candidates navigate these uncertain times. Here are some of the most common…

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…

As more companies shift to a work-from-home model during COVID-19, new challenges are arising. When we make the move from an office environment to a home office environment, the transition can affect our ability to connect with others and be productive—especially for those of us with kids at home (as many schools are shut down…

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…

For the third time, Stenclik has been recognized as one of the most influential leaders in the workforce solutions industry. Aleron Group CEO Scott Stenclik was recently named to Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) Staffing 100—a list comprised of North America’s top 100 influencers in the workforce solutions industry. Stenclik was also named to the list in…

In an ultra-competitive talent landscape, we know that many high-quality job candidates are currently employed. While this means it’s harder than ever to recruit new talent, it also means that we must be protective of our existing talent. If we fail to provide the most rewarding experiences for our current employees, we run the risk…

When it comes to employer branding, the concept is simple: Drive your brand. Deliver your messaging. Sell your company culture. Easier said than done, though, establishing a winning employer brand requires a good deal of personability with a small dash of help—if you can swing it—from a friend or two in the Marketing Department. While…

Is your business changing? Are you experiencing a surge in hiring? Do you need a helping hand with recruitment efforts? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, you could benefit from Recruitment Process Outsourcing. But keep in mind, your RPO solutions should be as agile as you need to be. Here are three…

By Acara HR Administrator Angelina DiCaro Is onboarding really that important? Your employees seem to think so—and you should, too. According to these onboarding stats compiled by Sapling, “Only 12% of employees strongly agree their organization does a great job of onboarding new employees.” Those are some rough numbers. Even worse, though, is the negative…