Employee recruitment software
Recruiting the best talent is one of HR's most important jobs. This resource shares advice from experts, in-depth articles and case studies on why employee recruitment software is so critical, how to choose the best recruitment tools for your company, which applicant tracking systems are still relevant, how to improve the candidate experience, when to consider data and mobile technology, and more staffing software guidance.
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19 Apr 2023
8 talent acquisition and recruitment trends in 2023
With workers returning to the office and the effects of the "great resignation" still being felt, recruiters now have to appeal to candidates worried about salaries and inflation. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2022
7 talent acquisition strategies for better hiring in 2023
As the pandemic recedes and the cost of living rises, candidates are looking elsewhere for better pay. Be prepared with a top-notch candidate experience, career site and ATS. Continue Reading
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01 Sep 2022
How are recruitment and talent acquisition different?
Learn the difference between talent acquisition and recruiting, including the strategic implications each has for your organization and the technologies that help the most. Continue Reading
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30 Aug 2022
9 keys to a killer recruitment marketing strategy
In a hiring market that presents unprecedented challenges, every HR and recruiting team needs to develop a marketing strategy to attract top-notch candidates. Here's how. Continue Reading
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29 Aug 2022
Guide to developing social media recruiting strategies
To navigate the complexities and avoid the pitfalls of social media recruiting, companies must set goals, choose the right platforms, promote their culture and measure results. Continue Reading
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16 Aug 2022
How AI is transforming the talent acquisition process
Machine learning, natural language processing and RPA can source candidates faster, match their skills better and vet them with less bias. An HR technology expert explains how. Continue Reading
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11 Aug 2022
10 steps in planning a strong recruitment strategy
To attract and hire the right job candidates, examine current policies, solicit feedback, identify workforce gaps, deploy advanced technologies and promote the company brand. Continue Reading
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26 Jan 2022
New York City pay transparency law will change job postings
Employers in New York City will soon be required to include wage ranges in job postings. It may apply to firms that are hiring remote workers in the city. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2021
How RPA can improve your recruiting process
RPA's uses in recruiting include sorting resumes and communicating with candidates. Here's a guide to how RPA can optimize your company's recruiting process. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2021
Better.com's employee layoff by Zoom gets HR thumbs down
Better.com's mass layoff by Zoom was seen as a big miss by HR professionals, who say the CEO's approach lacked empathy and planning. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2021
Job seekers under 30 reject federal work, alarming lawmakers
The U.S. government's civilian workforce is mostly older, with many nearing or at retirement. The loss of skills is creating a need to attract young adults to federal work. Continue Reading
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10 Nov 2021
Decline of women in the workforce is an 'alarming' HR trend
Employers are trying a variety of strategies to reduce employee turnover, but a major problem facing them is bringing women back into the workforce, Gartner says. Continue Reading
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02 Nov 2021
EEOC worries about 'snake oil' products in AI recruiting
The chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says users, not vendors, are responsible for AI recruiting bias. It has launched an effort to investigate AI use. Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2021
Biden wants permanent work visas, not more H-1Bs
President Joe Biden's administration has eased H-1B work visa processing, but it is not seeking a cap increase. Instead, it's aiming to grant more green cards. Continue Reading
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21 Oct 2021
Demand for tech skills to skyrocket by 2030, US official warns
Chike Aguh, chief innovation officer at the U.S. Dept. of Labor, urged employers to make mobile job applications a priority. He also sees tech skills as the nation's top need. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2021
Workday users pitch employee retention strategies at event
At a Workday event, business, HR and technology leaders highlighted flexible work, purpose-driven corporate missions and virtual reality as useful hiring and retention strategies. Continue Reading
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27 Sep 2021
NY raises alarms over job turnover following vaccine mandate
New York's enforcement of a vaccine mandate in healthcare offers an early indication of the job turnover that may come in other industries. Continue Reading
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20 Sep 2021
Recruiting AI systems under fire for excluding workers
AI recruiting tools focus on hiring efficiency rather than efficacy, according to an Accenture-Harvard Business School study. The U.N. believes AI is fostering human rights abuse. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2021
Cash is king in hiring and retaining talent
Sign-on bonuses, tuition help and increases in starting salaries are among the steps employers are taking to hire and retain talent in a competitive market. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2021
Delta's surcharge a new take on employee vaccination incentives
Businesses are reluctant to impose vaccine mandates, and vaccine incentives are showing limited results. But Delta Air Lines is trying a $200 surcharge on unvaccinated employees. Continue Reading
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09 Aug 2021
Four-day workweek reactions range from warm to cool
The rise of flexible hours, along with remote and hybrid work, is reviving a discussion: Should firms implement a four-day workweek? The answer is anything but simple. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2021
Benefits and challenges of a hybrid workplace
Employees' desire for flexibility may lead organizations to explore a hybrid workplace, but hybrid work has strengths and weaknesses. Learn what it looks like in practice. Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2021
Badmouthing of federal gov hurts cybersecurity recruiting
Government and businesses are struggling with cybersecurity recruiting because of a skills shortage. The federal government's problem is made worse by bad branding. Continue Reading
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28 Jul 2021
After self-criticism, Workday improves Black representation
Last year, Workday officials acknowledged that its Black employee community was underrepresented. Employee survey data suggests it has since made improvements. Continue Reading
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21 Jul 2021
Interview: Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday – a European co-helming a Californian enterprise
Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday, explains how the company’s storied and humane employee culture needs constant tending, and looks forward to a post-Covid acceleration Continue Reading
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19 Jul 2021
Automation, job loss fears speed workforce training in Mass.
A new report from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts offers a snapshot of what states are facing post-pandemic: increasing automation and a need for workforce training. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2021
Worker shortages spur hiring incentives, low layoffs
Layoffs and involuntary terminations have reached a new low, as firms try to retain employees and hire new ones. They're also turning to some unique cash incentives. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2021
Biden noncompete agreement order a warning for businesses
President Biden has ordered the FTC to consider restricting noncompete agreements, a directive that has bipartisan support in Congress. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2021
Criminal background check prompts federal lawsuit
Errors in criminal background checks may be common, which could lead to a denied job opportunity. A Connecticut lawsuit details one such case. Continue Reading
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17 Jun 2021
Fed concerns point to challenges for HR and recruiting tech
The Federal Reserve's concerns about the labor market spoke to a major HR problem -- namely, quit rates and retirements. It's unclear how much help recruiting tech can deliver. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2021
Jobs that can be done anywhere may end up overseas
Corporate embrace of remote work may encourage employers to do more hiring in lower-cost regions, including other countries, according to a U.K. study. Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2021
The right to disconnect vs. America's always-on culture
European countries are adopting right-to-disconnect laws, protecting workers from employer retaliation. But in the U.S., there appears to be little interest from lawmakers. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2021
Covid-accelerated recruitment digitisation to gain sophistication with hybrid models
Recruitment has had to go remote and digital during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis and looks set to fill out and become more sophisticated as hybrid models of working emerge Continue Reading
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27 May 2021
3 ways HR can support women in the workplace
The HR team's support for women has a powerful influence on gender equality and employee experience. Learn how HR can make a positive impact on your workplace culture. Continue Reading
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25 May 2021
How AI is changing Canada Life's recruiting process
Canada Life Assurance Company's initial adoption of a recruiting AI tool to rank candidates has proved so successful, it's paving the way for deeper investments in the technology. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2021
Guide to digital badges for the workplace
Digital badges are becoming more common in the workplace. Here's how they can help HR during the hiring process and why some industry leaders have doubts. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2021
SMB HR market heats up with Paycor IPO, Jobvite acquisitions
The HR SMB market is seeing activity, with Paycor planning to file an IPO and Jobvite acquiring two firms that may help it better compete in this market. Continue Reading
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23 Apr 2021
Rejecting hybrid work will cost employers, survey finds
Employees may rush to the exits post-pandemic, and many will want a hybrid work option. If employers want people back in the office full-time, they have to pay them more. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2021
8 diversity hiring mistakes you could be making
Diversity hiring mistakes are all too common during the recruiting process. Here are some mistakes companies need to avoid for their recruiting efforts to be truly successful. Continue Reading
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12 Mar 2021
Job market, salaries soar for computer science graduates
The number of computer science graduates in the U.S. is rising every year, as are starting salaries, signaling a strong demand for talent. Continue Reading
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04 Mar 2021
Employee poaching risk increases with remote work hiring
Remote work opportunities may give rise to employee poaching, putting added pressure on HR departments. As geography starts to matter less, employee experience may matter more. Continue Reading
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26 Feb 2021
5 assets working mothers bring to the workplace
Mothers are an important -- and often undervalued -- sector of the workforce and offer a number of assets. Learn why HR and managers should work to keep them on staff. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2021
Salesforce's remote work hiring strategy raises questions
Salesforce says its remote work hiring, or work-from-anywhere, model will improve its diversity and hiring goals. Hiring in inexpensive areas may be critical, according to experts. Continue Reading
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01 Feb 2021
Business and HR leaders face COVID-19 vaccine dilemmas
COVID-19 vaccines open up a Pandora's Box of issues for companies learning how to deal with the return to offices and other workplaces. Here's why technology is critical. Continue Reading
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28 Jan 2021
Internal mobility: Benefits, tools, best practices
Internal mobility is meant to capitalize on the organization's own talent. Learn why it's important, what stands in the way and how best to support it. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2021
How HR can help promote a caring culture
HR's role has become increasingly strategic and part of that requires focusing on truly supporting employees. Here's some advice on how to make that a reality. Continue Reading
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14 Jan 2021
Democrats push for AI bias testing
Lawmakers in states and Congress are showing increasing interest in guarding against AI bias. Legislation in California and New York City seeks system audits. Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2020
DoD eyes blind recruiting-type technology for promotions
The Pentagon may investigate blind recruiting-type technology to remove bias from the promotions process. It wants to improve the diversity in its officer ranks. Continue Reading
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22 Dec 2020
3 critical employee experience technologies for the 'new normal'
Since COVID-19 hit, HR leaders and their teams have pivoted to support the employee experience in new ways. Here's how technology has been critical to that support. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2020
Southwest: Recruiting chatbots improve productivity
The pandemic didn't stop the evolution of HR tech. MGM launched new sites to help employees, and Southwest Airlines measured the effectiveness of its recruiting chatbots. Continue Reading
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07 Dec 2020
H-1B lawsuit against Facebook tackles old problem
The Dept. of Justice's H-1B lawsuit alleges Facebook didn't consider qualified U.S. workers for visa jobs and shines a light on employer job advertising requirements. Continue Reading
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02 Dec 2020
12 tips for recruiting and hiring ideal remote employees
The pandemic has made working remotely the new normal in many organizations. Here's how to find and hire the best candidates -- all with a new, more virtual recruiting process. Continue Reading
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12 Nov 2020
IBM's Lisa Seacat DeLuca on being a woman in the tech industry
IBM's master inventor Lisa Seacat DeLuca gives insight into promoting gender diversity. Learn why both official programs and informal outreach are so important. Continue Reading
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28 Oct 2020
Firms dive into data for diversity and inclusion strategies
People analytics managers are seeking out and analyzing HR data that intersects with and impacts the employee work experience. Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2020
Employers scramble to build upskilling, reskilling programs
Robotics, automation and the COVID-19 pandemic have governments and private businesses trying out new ways for rapidly upskilling and reskilling employees and, more broadly, the workforce. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2020
As contingent employee hiring rises, HR gives it focus
The use of contingent employees is increasing, Gartner said, and with it an interest from HR departments for better control over the contingent worker experience. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2020
8 strategies HR can use to recruit Gen Z
Gen Z is the newest generation entering the workforce. Learn some strategies HR teams and hiring managers can use to recruit the right candidates more quickly. Continue Reading
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08 Oct 2020
Trump's H-1B work visa pay hike already in trouble
President Trump proposed raising H-1B wages in 2016 while on the campaign trail but delivered his proposal one month before the 2020 election. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2020
HireVue acquires recruiting chatbot startup AllyO
HireVue, a video interviewing vendor, has acquired AllyO, a startup that makes chatbot technology for use in high-volume hiring. Continue Reading
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02 Oct 2020
Virtual workforce adopted in the Heartland
Signs are emerging that a long-term shift to remote work post-pandemic is gaining traction far from the high-tech centers. They'll save on office space and please employees. Continue Reading
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25 Sep 2020
How to conduct video interviews: 7 tips for employers
Interviewing candidates over video doesn't have to be stressful. Here are seven virtual interviewing tips to help you prepare. Continue Reading
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25 Sep 2020
CHROs at Zoom, Box and Okta talk remote work trends
CHROs at Zoom, Box and Okta believe the rise in remote and flexible work arrangements is here to stay. They also believe location-based recruiting is a thing of the past. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2020
Amazon Career Day makes strong pitch with a soft touch
Amazon's virtual career day put the best possible face on the firm in its push to fill 33,000 corporate and tech jobs as well as 100,000 operations jobs. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2020
To improve veteran hiring, U.S. turns to AI platform
The U.S. is nearing a final decision on a job matching platform to improve the odds that military veterans, who are leaving the service, will find the right civilian occupation. Continue Reading
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31 Aug 2020
Tech industry diversity and inclusion begins with rooting out BS
Being black, a woman and bisexual gives long-time diversity and inclusion consultant Risha Grant a clear perspective on issues many high-tech companies have in creating racial harmony. Continue Reading
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28 Aug 2020
Trump, Biden H-1B work visa positions take shape
The way President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden talk about H-1B work visas is strikingly different -- and so are the Silicon Valley donors supporting their candidacies. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2020
Congress explores pros, cons of remote work trends
Remote work trends in the private sector are getting fresh attention from U.S. lawmakers. Two hearings last week looked at aspects of this shift to flexible and full-time remote work. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2020
SAP, HR vendors turn inward, work to increase Black employees
HR vendors are paying attention to the Black Lives Matter protests roiling a nation. They are looking at their own demographics and reevaluating their internal practices. Continue Reading
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01 Jul 2020
Feds nix college degree requirement for merit-based hiring
President Trump has ordered federal agencies, which employ 2.2 million, to move to merit-based hiring by the end of the year. This may require an HR technology upgrade. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2020
Trump's H-1B work visa ban creates six-month headache
President Trump's six-month H-1B work visa ban arrives in response to the jobs impact of the pandemic. But it's unlikely to have much of an effect on jobs. Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2020
4 virtual recruiting strategies to implement after COVID-19
Hiring has changed due to COVID-19. Here are four virtual recruiting strategies to follow as you adjust to online hiring. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2020
Hiring, firing and cancel culture
Social media is challenging the notion of employee privacy, but it's also providing HR departments with new tools to vet job applicants and employees. Continue Reading
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21 May 2020
Zuckerberg lists benefits, drawbacks of remote work
After the pandemic, Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes his firm will have more employees who work remotely, with at least half of its employees doing it full-time. He sees some clear benefits in recruiting and retention. Continue Reading
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20 May 2020
AI in HR recruitment targets high-demand technology talent
As demand for technology talent persists, even during pandemic times, AI, chatbots and machine learning play an increasingly critical role in hiring choosy candidates. Continue Reading
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07 May 2020
U.S. lawmakers urge Trump to stop issuing new H-1B visas
Citing Depression-level unemployment, Republicans want Trump to halt the H-1B visa program, or at least stop issuing new visas. They argue that guest workers undercut U.S. workers. Continue Reading
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23 Apr 2020
Trump's immigration 'pause' leaves open H-1B action
President Trump's immigration 'pause' is likely to face court action and ongoing criticism from people on both sides of the issue. The impact of his order is expected to be minor. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2020
Major employer, Spectrum, shifts to virtual hiring in a week
In March, cable and broadband provider Spectrum moved to a fully virtual hiring process in one week. About 25% of its hiring was conducted virtually before the coronavirus pandemic. Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2020
Food industry turns to AI hiring platform to fill 1M jobs
The food industry is hungry for employees. It has a shopping list of occupations it needs filled to keep essential food producers and grocers stocked with workers. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2020
H-1B work visa petitions hit record high, despite pandemic
The U.S. received a record 275,000 H-1B work visas for the 2021 fiscal year. But these visa petitions were prepared in better economic times, before the economy began shutting down. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2020
Virtual hiring, avoiding layoffs part of HR's pandemic response
In the face of a pandemic, many firms are trying to avoid layoffs and even hire. They are using virtual tools, including testing systems called virtual job tryouts, to select their potential new hires Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2020
Transformational HR in 2020: 7 strategies for agility and tech mastery
CHROs and their teams must grow their people, business and technology skills as they focus on curating the employee experience. This roadmap will guide leaders and departments. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2020
Workday salary bonus may pay workforce dividends
Workday is giving its employees a two-week bonus to help them deal with coronavirus-related costs. The move may result in improved retention and productivity. Continue Reading
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12 Mar 2020
H-1B work visa ruling comes down to conjunctions
The Trump administration's efforts to stop the use of H-1B workers by IT contractors suffered a major setback in court. This week, a federal judge ruled that the government exceeded the law. Continue Reading
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24 Feb 2020
Trump's H-1B work visa actions disappoint ex-Disney workers
President Donald Trump arrived in office promising to reform the H-1B visa program. But his actions have fallen short of what reformers wanted and went too far for IT services firms. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2020
Why AI won't replace recruiters
Recruiters may consider using both the human element and the data brought in by intelligent tools if it can help them make better hiring decisions, but AI won't be replacing recruiters any time soon. Three experts weigh in on why. Continue Reading
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14 Feb 2020
8 HR technology trends CHROs should investigate in 2020
Many emerging HR technologies are solidly in the realm of 'must-haves,' while others remain hype. Here's some advice to help you discern which is which. Continue Reading
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13 Feb 2020
How to attract top talent in a competitive hiring market
Finding the best candidates can seem impossible in today's competitive hiring landscape. Use these methods to help you attract even the choosiest candidates. Continue Reading
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12 Feb 2020
Federal workforce too reliant on degrees, says White House
In its budget proposal, the Trump administration complains that hiring rules hurt its ability to hire those just out of college and can include unnecessary stipulations. It wants that to change. Continue Reading
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10 Feb 2020
Top 2 HR chatbot examples for the experience-driven job market
Chatbots, which use AI to mimic human conversations via natural language interfaces, are increasingly becoming a mainstay in HR. Here's a look at why that matters. Continue Reading
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22 Jan 2020
Impact of AI on jobs goes on the presidential campaign trail
The impact of AI on jobs is a major issue for employers, who are struggling with how to address it. Robots, automation and AI have become political issues as well. Continue Reading
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20 Jan 2020
Why mobile recruiting is the future
Recruiters can use text recruiting to connect with great candidates. Here's a look at how mobile recruiting works, why it's important and what the future holds. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2020
Top 2020 HR trends: Employee and candidate experience, AI and more
In 2020, business and HR will need to use technology and lead with the employee and candidate experience top of mind. Here's what to know. Continue Reading
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08 Jan 2020
5 recruiting ideas for 2020 HR should explore
The fight for top talent requires planning and turning to new approaches. Here are five recruitment strategies you can use to attract the right job candidates for your company. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2019
Affect recognition technology in crosshairs of Illinois lawmaker
The Illinois lawmaker who authored the first AI hiring bill has another in the works. This time, he's focused on the use of AI to identify emotions, or affect recognition. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2019
How Amazon HR influences hiring trends
Amazon recently reached the 750,000 employee mark. As the company gets larger, so does its potential to shape wages and hiring. But its HR influence is a matter of debate. Continue Reading
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16 Dec 2019
Top 3 ways talent pros can adapt to changing recruitment trends
Emerging technology in recruiting -- such as recruiting AI and chatbots -- is gradually becoming the norm. Here are some skills that recruiters can develop to stay competitive. Continue Reading
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12 Dec 2019
H-1B lottery change may drive increase in visa applicants
The U.S. is launching an H-1B electronic registration system in March. It should make the process of applying for a visa easier, users say. That is if it works. Continue Reading
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09 Dec 2019
As hiring booms, HR survey raises warning for recruiters
Job candidates will reject a job offer if the employer makes missteps in the recruiting process, a new HR survey reports. Continue Reading
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03 Dec 2019
Cornell researchers call for AI transparency in automated hiring
Researchers at Cornell University want vendors to disclose how automated hiring systems are making hiring recommendations. They say it's the only way to know they're fair. Continue Reading
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03 Dec 2019
Why reducing hiring bias isn't easy
Because people may harbor hidden biases, diversity and inclusion initiatives can be difficult to execute. Take an in-depth look at the issue and learn whether AI can help. Continue Reading
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19 Nov 2019
As politics heat up, so do hiring bias worries
The political polarization in the nation is also causing problems in the workplace. Political discussions are more common, and it may impact hiring choices. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2019
HR mobile apps for employees strengthen HCM strategies
HR mobility management applications play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, talent management, engagements and, ultimately, workforce retention and productivity. Continue Reading