The latest job board data reveals a surge in candidate activity over the holiday break, making it the perfect time to advertise, even if you don’t need to fill a position until later in the New Year. Here’s why you need to get ahead of the curve, and ways to tailor your strategy according to […]
As part of your recruitment strategy, connecting candidates with your values and purpose is a great way to attract and retain the best talent for your organisation. More and more organisations are promoting their purpose and core values to attract, connect with and retain the right people. Millennials are more receptive to cause marketing than […]
Regardless of the industry you are recruiting for, many of the same recruitment marketing principles still apply. You need a marketing and advertising strategy that targets the right candidates followed by an efficient and effective shortlisting and selection process. However, recruiting for construction and manufacturing presents many of its own unique challenges that can make […]
The consumer marketing landscape is constantly evolving, and in terms of digital platforms, research has shown that Australians over 18 now spend more than 21 hours per month watching online video, whether it’s on a tablet, desktop or smartphone. In fact, by 2020, the average person is expected to spend nearly half of their total […]
A range of industries in Australia need more skilled employees than the supply of talent that is available, and local government is no different. In fact, according to a 2018 report by the Australian Local Government Association, 69% of local governments are experiencing a skill shortage, with occupations like engineers, project managers, building surveyors and […]
According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the retail sector currently employs over 1,286,100 people, which accounts for around 9.9% of the total workforce. Over the past five years, employment in the industry has increased by around 4.1%, however despite this, retail employee turnover is still relatively high. In this article, we […]
Are you conducting 60-day check-ins with your new hires? They’re a great opportunity to ensure your new team members are making a good start in your organisation and leverage feedback to improve your processes. Here’s a list of 60-day check-in questions for your new hires, to guide you in your conversations. It’s exciting to welcome […]
Candidate care is an important aspect of recruitment that needs to be handled thoughtfully and deliberately. You need to be straightforward, but still considerate of your talent pool as individuals. Candidate care is the respect, time and way you interact with your job candidates. Candidate care is critical in today’s talent market, as it has […]
Are you challenged by seasonal recruitment demands in retail? You’re not alone. It’s common for organisations in the retail industry to need more team members before Christmas, or during summer. For fluctuating recruitment demands, here are the best strategies to manage seasonal recruitment. It’s important to be able to meet customer needs when your business […]
Many local governments lack standardised recruitment because their processes are full of ad hoc tools, checklists, and templates that team members have developed over time. Hiring managers each have their own procedures and questions they like to ask. Here’s how to implement best practice. This lack of standardisation dramatically slows down the hiring process and […]
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