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If you've ever tried to build a strong team, you know it’s more than just putting a group of people in a room and hoping for the best. You need to have clear expectations, make sure prospective team members fit the team's culture, and build trust and rapport among current members. One way to do the latter is through team-building games. To inspire you, we’ve put together a list of fun team-building games that will spark creativity, improve communication, and build trust in your team. So you can
Several organizations have committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In fact, the DEI global market was $10.9 billion in 2023 and is projected to increase to $24.4 billion by 2030. [1] However, a commitment to building a diverse workforce won’t lead to results without a considered approach. The key to accessing the benefits of diversity? We believe it’s intentional inclusion. Below, we dive into intentional inclusion – what it is, its benefits, and how to use this approach to ensure
In a survey across the US, UK, Australia, and the UAE, think tank Serco Institute found that 56% of respondents had taken career breaks, and these employment gaps were widespread among younger workers. [1] Despite these gaps being common, many workers worry about how hirers perceive employment gaps and wonder how to explain them when returning to work. In this article, we offer expert advice for addressing career gaps with potential employers – including how to turn them from red flags into uni
Joining a new company is always risky. Will the company culture be a good fit? Are the opportunities for career growth really as described? Researching potential employers beforehand can alleviate these uncertainties by helping you find organizations that align with your personal values and professional aspirations. Conducting research will also increase your chance of landing your dream job. In this article, we explain how to research potential employers to guarantee success with your new emplo
What is adaptive leadership? Adaptive leadership is a leadership style that focuses on a leader’s ability to be flexible, learn continuously, and navigate ever-changing business environments. It's as applicable to small startups as it is to huge corporations – and it spans industries. Harvard professor and leadership expert Ronald Heifetz introduced the concept to address complex, ongoing business challenges and change. Heifetz said leaders must find ways to make change work. The adaptive leade
What makes an employee “good” has evolved dramatically over time and is continuing to change rapidly – even in a matter of a few years. Companies have hired people who were perfect for their jobs at the time, but their qualities became obsolete as things evolved. Maybe they couldn’t keep up or just didn’t fit in anymore. To complicate matters, employers and employees don’t always agree on what makes a “good” worker – leading to mismatches in workplace expectations and satisfaction. These issue
Despite their best efforts, many employers hire the wrong candidates for their open positions, leading to confusion and frustration. One culprit? A cognitive bias called the “horn effect.“ So, how can you prevent this bias? With our help – that's how! Below, we explain what the horn effect is and how it impacts your hiring process. We also share practical tips for curbing it and other hiring biases so you can attract and hire the best talent for your company.
Job-relatedness is a key concept in recruiting. It looks at whether the requirements (AKA “criteria”) of a job – including skills and qualifications – are related or relevant enough to the job to justify the company requiring them. This concept is important to various aspects of hiring – where your job requirements inform everything from your recruitment materials to your candidate assessments.
A skilled recruitment marketing specialist can make all the difference for your business. They shape a strong company reputation and help attract top talent. But lots of companies miss out by hiring someone who doesn’t fit the bill. It usually starts with a job description that falls short – focusing too much on basic marketing tasks and not enough on qualities like creativity, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of job candidates. No worries – we’ve got your back. Below is a recruitmen
A career change can feel like stepping into the unknown. You might worry that your risk won’t pay off, you’ll have to start from scratch, or employers won’t take you seriously. However, many people – from young professionals to seasoned C-suite executives – have successfully transitioned into new industries and roles at various stages of their careers. In this article, we help you follow in their footsteps with our tips for navigating a career change and success stories to inspire you to take
Web developers play an important role in creating and maintaining user-friendly websites and web-based applications. However, attracting the best candidates for these roles can take time and effort. The skills needed for these positions vary greatly depending on your organization’s tech stack, structure, and the product or service you sell. As a result, it’s essential to create a role description that accurately reflects the necessary skills to attract top-tier candidates. To help you out, we
Great graphic designers have a combo of creative and practical skills that are critical to their success. They’re experts in communication and working collaboratively, and they’re open to constructive feedback. Those in client-facing roles are especially great at building and maintaining relationships. Hiring a graphic designer who possesses this unique skill set is no mean feat. The first step? Writing the job description. The challenge? Capturing that combo of skills mentioned above. You don’
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