Category: Employers

Creating Job Descriptions to Catch the Attention of Exceptional Job Seekers

 

Because hundreds of thousands of jobs are being added to job boards each month, there is increased competition for job seekers. This is especially true with individuals who have outstanding resumes and work experience with top companies. To get these individuals, you need to stand out from the crowd, creating job descriptions that are going to grab people’s attention. Just like you want to get resumes and cover letters that are full of pertinent information, you also want to create a job description that is full of the information that applicants are looking for. When you are writing a job description, here are three important things to remember: Continue reading “Creating Job Descriptions to Catch the Attention of Exceptional Job Seekers” →

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Make Candidates Love Your Company

 

With hundreds of thousands of jobs being added to the market each month, job candidates have more options to choose from than they have in years. Because of this, it is vital that you make candidates fall in love with your company during the job search and interview process. It is not just about having a strong corporate image; it is about the little things that you do as well. Here are three ways to make a candidate fall in love with your company: Continue reading “Make Candidates Love Your Company” →

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Bringing Temporary Employees In For a New Project

Has the New Year brought approval for new projects or do you have projects that are left over from the holidays? Now is the time to lay the ground work for success and that means ensuring you have the time, expertise and resources needed to pull them off. While you may have employees that you trust to work on the projects, there are several circumstances in which it makes sense to bring in project-based temporary employees to help. Continue reading “Bringing Temporary Employees In For a New Project” →

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What Motivates Professionals to Switch Jobs

 

A recent LinkedIn study showed that 72% of workers are either very satisfied or somewhat satisfied with their job. Only 14% said they were dissatisfied. However, the study also showed that a whopping 85% of workers were either open to a job change or currently looking for a change. If you are trying to recruit top talent you must know what will attract working professionals if you want access to the widest and most talented pool possible, And, if you are trying to hold onto your top performers you need to understand why they may be looking to move. Here are three of the top reasons current employees may consider a change.

They Are Looking for an Opportunity for Advancement

Passive candidates are typically looking for opportunities for advancement. If you are trying to retain your best employees make sure to give them a clear path for advancement so they know where they are going and how you will help them get there. If you are recruiting, be open to considering working professionals who have the skills but may not have the title yet.

They Want a Better Work/Life Balance

Many working professionals are thinking about switching to gain a better work/life balance. They still work hard and will achieve great things for their employers but they want a little more control over their schedules. Some positions do require strict hour keeping, but if you can offer flextime or some work-from home days, this is a tremendous boost that will keep your employees happy or instantly make your position more appealing to a large group of very productive working professionals.

They Want Better Compensation and Benefits

One of the top motivators for switching jobs is the need for better compensation and benefits. While it may not be surprising to learn that professional are looking for better pay, it is important to remember that benefits are important as well. Be sure to review job ads to see what your competitors are offering and check with a resource such as AppleOne’s SCALE salary guide for appropriate compensation for your positions.

It doesn’t matter if they are happy or not with the jobs they have, passive candidates may be spending at least some time looking for or talking about a move. It is important to identify why they may want to move in order to attract or keep the best employees.

 

 

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AppleOne Salutes Weekly Top Posts

There are so many amazing employers doing great things on LinkedIn each and every week. While we can’t post all of them, here are five companies that we wanted to shine a light on:

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Nestle Purina North America is aiming a spotlight on a deserving employee.

Clif Bar & Company are paying their employees to work out.

Pfizer employees join the movement to end hunger, partnering is Stop Hunger Now.

McKinsey & Company are featuring employees on their LinkedIn Careers page.

Genentech is teasing a new recruiting campaign scheduled to kick off in early January.

 

Congratulations to these companies on their continued recognition!

What inspiration have you encountered on LinkedIn recently? Share it here.

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Making Compelling Candidate Offers

Studies have shown that applicants reject nearly one in five job offers. While just a few years ago applicants would take just about any job that came their way, as we find our way out of the “Great Recession” things are changing. Applicants do not just want a job; they want a job that matches their specific needs. While AppleOne can help you get the right candidate for the job, when you recruit on your own you may find that applicants are being pickier about where they choose to work. If you find that applicants are turning down your offers, here are some reasons you might be losing candidates that you like: Continue reading “Making Compelling Candidate Offers” →

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Attract the Best Candidates: Market Your Opportunity to Beat the Competition

Our clients have shared that a part of their plan to sustain during the recession had been to downsize. And that now they are working towards growth as a strategy. Because productivity is maxed out, they need to hire highly productive key talent. Unfortunately their competitors have the same plan to hire the same great person, which means that anyone who is good at what they do is getting hired quicker than ever before. Continue reading “Attract the Best Candidates: Market Your Opportunity to Beat the Competition” →

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