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Your 90-day roadmap for implementing skills-based hiring
"But how do we actually do this?" We often hear this question after companies see the compelling ROI of skills-based hiring. You're convinced by the numbers, energized by the potential, but now comes the real challenge: implementation. You don't need to reinvent your entire hiring process overnight. Companies that successfully transition to skills-based hiring typically follow a methodical approach that builds momentum through early wins. Let's break down exactly how you and your teams can move
9 adaptability skills examples to look for in a potential candidate
Adaptability is quickly emerging as one of the most critical skill sets in the workplace. According to LinkedIn 2024 data, adaptability is the top “skill of the moment.” Given the rise of AI in the workplace, changing political landscapes, and the uncertain future of work, it’s easy to see why. But which specific skills should you look for to identify truly adaptable candidates? Read on to learn about the key traits of adaptable candidates and how to assess them effectively during the hiring pr
The cost of training new employees: Everything you need to know
Training new employees is essential – but it costs time and money. Without taking a considered approach and tracking the right metrics, it’s difficult to know whether your training programs are an effective investment or a wasted expense. Below, we explore the true cost of training new employees and offer practical advice on reducing training costs while ensuring a high ROI. Key takeaways The average cost of training employees is $744 per learner. This can vary depending on the size of your
Highlights from HR Tech Europe 2025
As you may or may not know, TestGorilla is a fully remote company. We work online, and we're spread across the globe. And until now, our brand's presence has mostly remained online, too. We want that to change. We're taking every opportunity we can to push our brand out into the physical world, and engage with our audience IRL. We took our first stab at this for HR Tech Europe, and boy was it fun. We sent our team to Amsterdam with a big pink booth, a bin for chucking CVs in, some very pink jump
11 leadership soft skills to prioritize when hiring top talent
When employees quit because of bad leaders, you lose knowledge, time, and thousands in hiring costs. Finding strong leaders is about protecting your team culture and bottom line. The real challenge? Looking beyond impressive resumes and rehearsed interview answers to spot genuine leadership skills – especially the right leadership soft skills. In this guide, you'll discover which soft skills matter most when hiring leaders and how to spot these qualities in leadership candidates.
Top 40 interview questions for credit analysts (+ what to look for in answers)
Finding a great credit analyst isn’t easy. They need a sharp analytical mind, strong risk assessment skills, and the ability to communicate financial insights. Hire the wrong person, and you could face poor lending decisions, increased financial risk, and strained client relationships. That’s why asking the right interview questions is so important. By doing so, you can go beyond a candidate’s resume and uncover technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and risk management strategies. To sav
A chronic case of the “Sunday Scaries” – why more and more people dread going to work
We’ve all felt it before: It’s 3 pm on a Sunday and a knot forms in your stomach. Your mind starts turning over all the things that await you Monday morning – an inbox full of unread emails, a big meeting, looming deadlines, a difficult coworker. You have difficulty sleeping that night and wake up on Monday feeling exhausted and stressed. While everyone experiences these “Sunday Scaries” once or twice, an increasing number of employees dread going to work regularly. Given the impact this dread
What will applying for jobs look like in 2050?
The way we hire has changed so much over recent decades. Job applications are entirely digitized, companies are using AI resume scanners, and applicant tracking systems have turned candidate management on its head. But this isn’t the end: Change is expected to continue and perhaps accelerate. How can you invest in the right technologies, plan effective hiring strategies, and beat the competition? We can help. Below, we share eight ways that applying for jobs will change between now and 2050 s
Sustainability manager job description template: Everything you need to include
Trying to make your business more sustainable? Whether you’re aiming to be net zero by 2040, promote a healthier working culture, or educate managers on ethical decision-making, a sustainability manager can help. But companies hiring for this position tend to be vague about responsibilities or focus too much on specific credentials (like certain environmental qualifications) – pushing away skilled candidates. Our free, skill-based sustainability manager job description can help. It’s included
Procurement manager job description template: Everything you need to include
A great procurement manager negotiates costs, controls schedules, and builds great relationships with clients. This demands an analytical planner who’s also a people person. Companies hiring for this role tend to write job descriptions that don’t effectively capture the planning and people skills the gig requires. The issue? If your job listing draws in procurement candidates without the skills you need and you hire one of them, your supply chain will suffer. We've laid out a procurement manag
E-commerce manager job description template: Everything you need to include
Finding a highly skilled e-commerce manager who can grow online sales, optimize digital storefronts, and understand customer acquisition strategies can take your business from stagnation to soaring success. But identifying someone with this unique blend of technical and soft skills can be a real challenge, particularly in such a competitive market. This is why we’ve made the e-commerce manager job description template. It provides the foundation for finding the right candidate to elevate your
Fractional CEO job description template: Everything you need to include
Hiring a fractional CEO is tricky: You need someone who can step into your business part-time yet deliver full-scale transformation. Many companies write job descriptions that overemphasize general leadership experience and overlook the specific skills needed for this part-time role, such as quick business analysis and fast strategy implementation. We're here to help you avoid that mistake through a skills-based hiring approach. This article provides a proven skills-based template you can use t
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