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Scammers are Targeting Job Seekers–Here’s How to Outsmart them

Kelli HrivnakCybersecurity, Hiring Advice Leave a Comment

In the wake of recent tech layoffs and economic uncertainty, job seekers are facing a new threat: increasingly sophisticated scams designed to exploit their vulnerability. These aren’t the dated Nigerian royalty money wire emails – Today’s scammers use realistic LinkedIn profiles, legitimate-looking job descriptions, and professional communication to run their game. The Breakdown of Today’s Modern Job Scam Recently, I …

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The Power of ‘Next’: The Recruiter’s Guide to Genuine Candidate Interest

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Early in my recruiting career, my mentor lived on one word that would forever change my approach to candidate engagement. “Next.” “Stop chasing down people who aren’t responding,” he said. “Move on to the next person who shows their mutual interest in the opportunity” This seemingly straightforward philosophy has become the cornerstone of my recruiting practice. It’s not about being …

How to Choose the Right Search Firm: Avoid Costly Mistakes and Find the Best Talent Partner

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In the competitive world of talent acquisition, choosing a recruitment partner is a critical decision that goes far beyond simply finding the lowest price. Red Flags: Warning Signs of a Subpar Search Firm Not all search firms are created equal. A subpar recruitment partner can be identified through several critical warning signs. Be cautious of firms that approach recruitment as …

Beyond the Job Posting, Modern Recruitment strategies

Beyond The Job Posting: Recruitment Strategies for the Savvy Modern Employer

Kelli HrivnakEmployer Branding, Hiring Advice, Recruitment Strategy Leave a Comment

When you need to hire talent for your team, is your company’s go-to for attracting talent start and end with posting the job on your website?  Perhaps you splurge and pay for an ad on LinkedIn or Indeed? Posting job openings on your website, aka the “post and pray” method, is a good starting point, but it’s often not enough …

Rethink your staffing strategy: The case for project-based hiring

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Project-based hiring offers a flexible and efficient approach to staffing that can provide numerous benefits to businesses of all sizes. By leveraging temporary or contract workers, companies can gain access to specialized skills, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency. Scenarios where interim staffing solutions could make sense: If any of these issues are affecting your business, consider strategic staffing options …