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What Gen Z Talent Wants— and How to Deliver

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Article by Nicole Houston - Jan 15, 2025

They’re ambitious, purpose-driven, and unafraid to prioritize their needs. Now 2025, Gen Z will make up over 27% of the global workforce, reshaping how organizations attract and retain top talent. Yet, many employers find it challenging to connect with this unique generation. organizations.

As part...

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Why Candidates Ghost You—and How to Avoid It

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Article by Nicole Houston - Jan 08, 2025

Ghosting: It’s no longer just a dating term—it’s a growing frustration for hiring managers everywhere. While it’s tempting to blame candidates, ghosting often signals deeper issues in the hiring process itself.

As part of our Cracking the Talent Code series, we’re addressing some of the biggest...

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The Top 5 Talent & Hiring Trends for 2025

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Article by Nicole Houston - Jan 03, 2025

As we step into 2025, the workplace continues to evolve at lightning speed. For hiring managers and leaders, staying ahead of emerging trends is essential for attracting and retaining top talent. Based on insights from leading research and industry experts, here are the top 5 talent and hiring...

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Leveraging AI in Recruitment

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Article by Nicole Houston - Dec 18, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping recruitment, promising tools that make hiring faster, smarter, and more strategic. Yet, navigating the hype around AI can feel overwhelming. Is it here to replace human recruiters or to help them excel? The truth lies in balance—leveraging AI to streamline...

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Tech Trends Reshaping Recruitment

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Article by Nicole Houston - Dec 11, 2024

Hiring the right people has always been challenging, but the modern talent market has changed the rules. Based on recent data, a 2024 Mercer study found that more than half of executives expect AI and automation to deliver a 10%-30% boost to their organization’s productivity by 2027.

Yet, many...

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The True Cost of a Poor Hiring Experience

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Article by Nicole Houston - Oct 23, 2024

In today’s competitive job market, companies cannot afford to overlook the importance of an efficient, well-organized hiring process. While many businesses are aware of the dangers of a slow hiring process, few fully understand the true cost of a bad hiring experience. In fact, the consequences of...

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The True Cost of Recruiting Talent

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Article by Nicole Houston - Sep 16, 2024

Hiring skilled talent can be a daunting task for any business. Finding the right people can quickly become overwhelming from the expenses involved to the time it takes. Today, we’re breaking down the true cost of recruiting talent and exploring why choosing the right recruitment strategy is crucial...

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The State of AI Recruitment (Summer 2023 Edition)

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Article by Liam Christie - Jun 26, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed various industries, and recruiting is no exception. The advent of AI has transformed the traditional recruitment process, making it more efficient and effective. This transformation is not merely a shift in methodology; it's a paradigm shift that is...

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Why Job Descriptions are Crucial for Successful Hiring

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Article by Liam Christie - May 09, 2023

Picture this: You're the perfect candidate for a job, but you don't even know it because the job description is so poorly written that it makes watching paint dry sound exciting. Good news: we’re going to help make sure your company doesn’t fall into this category.

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How to speed up the recruiting process

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Article by Liam Christie - May 01, 2023

The hiring process can be a long and drawn-out process, but it doesn't have to be. With the right strategies in place, you can speed up the process and get the right candidate in the door faster. This blog post will explore how to make the hiring process smoother. It will also look at how to...

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