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When AI first entered the recruitment conversation, hirers’ reactions ranged from “this is just a fad” to “AI is coming for all of our jobs.” A few years in, and our research reveals that 51% of employers are now using AI to source candidates, and it’s only growing in popularity.  Our take? More and more employers are seeing the real value of AI in talent sourcing – uncovering high-potential talent that recruiters might otherwise overlook and reducing hiring bias by impartially vetting candidate

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Looking to interview a potential employee? Though you may already have questions specific to the available role, it’s also important to prepare more generic questions to ask interviewees to get a better feel for your candidates. We have compiled 75 questions to ask a potential employee for you to use alongside talent assessments.  These questions touch on various topics – from general questions to soft skills – each aimed at bringing out the most useful answers from your applicants. 


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Paralegals play a crucial role in supporting attorneys and ensuring the efficient functioning of law firms’ processes and workflows. They assist in preparing legal documents, coordinating work with courts, clients, and witnesses, doing legal research, and organizing case files. Evaluating the skills of candidates is crucial in determining whom to hire. A resume alone may not provide a comprehensive understanding of paralegals’ experience and knowledge. Instead, incorporating skills tests in your

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Employee retention is a priority for most employers, especially in the context of a global skills shortage and given the cost of new hires.  One popular method for addressing the issue is offering retention bonuses. However, it’s a case of buyer beware when it comes to this approach.  While they can be useful for keeping unique talent or getting a project over the line, they’re not a silver bullet for high employee turnover.  In this article, we look at what retention bonuses are, exactly how th

Retention bonus: What is it, how does it work, and when should you use this incentive?

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The blueprint for boosting your recruitment ROI

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