In the wake of the pandemic, the hospitality industry has faced an unprecedented shift in its workforce. As individuals reassessed their career choices, hospitality roles experienced high turnover, especially in public-facing sectors such as restaurants and food service. Despite the passage of almost three years since the pandemic began, there remains a notable gap in … Continued
In today’s competitive job market, ensuring a positive candidate experience is paramount. Whether you’re hiring for executive roles or essential frontline workers, the recruitment process can make or break your company’s reputation. In our recent webinar, “Perfecting the Candidate Experience: A Blueprint for Success,” we delved deep into the nuances of creating a seamless and … Continued
Because independent work does not fit neatly into official labor statistics, it tends to be an underreported and understudied segment of the economy. The last time the Bureau of Labor Statistics officially tracked workers with alternate job arrangements was in 2017. In McKinsey’s August 2022 American Opportunity Survey, 36 percent of employed respondents — equivalent to … Continued
Nearly one in four organizations reported using automation or AI to support HR-related activities, including recruitment and hiring, according to a 2022 survey by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). According to Gartner research, 76% of HR leaders believe that if their organization adopts and implements AI solutions, such as generative AI, in the next … Continued
Job titles include the most important words in your job descriptions because they’re how candidates find your jobs and assess whether they qualify to apply. Candidates have limited information when scrolling through job postings to decide whether they want to apply for the role. Optimizing your job titles gives candidates a clear idea of the … Continued
So far this year, air travel has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with more than 2.1 million people passing through airport checkpoints daily, as many as during the same period in 2019, according to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) data. According to the TSA, airport traffic has already broken pandemic records on several days this May. This doesn’t … Continued
In today’s rapidly evolving work environment, employers face the challenge of attracting, retaining, and motivating top talent. To remain competitive, companies must align their compensation planning strategies with the expectations and needs of the modern workforce. New pay transparency laws in the U.S. also make updating your compensation planning necessary. Related: 5 Compensation Trends HR Leaders … Continued
Artificial intelligence (AI) in technology and applicant tracking systems (ATS) have become indispensable tools for companies worldwide. According to Aptitude Research, 55% of hiring managers have invested in AI recruitment. And most Fortune 500 companies are using AI technology to filter resumes before they get to hiring teams and recruiters. Automation, driven by AI, allows hiring and recruiting teams … Continued
Because of increasing demand for talent during peak periods such as holidays, special events, or seasonal fluctuations, especially for retail hourly roles, recruiting teams must be able to plan carefully, streamline processes, write clear job descriptions, forecast for seasonal fluctuations and maintain an active hiring funnel. With industries like retail and food service experiencing significant … Continued
Emerging technologies and the rapid acceleration of the tech-driven recruitment process mean that many recruitment managers and HR professionals have been doing the work of a recruitment software manager ad hoc, with little support or training, on top of their existing responsibilities. We’re seeing a shift with more HR roles in job postings that look … Continued