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The 10 Best Soft Skills for Workplaces

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The Best Workplace Soft Skills for Professionals Hard skills and soft skills are two distinct categories of abilities that play important roles in the workplace. While hard skills (aka technical skills) are measurable, job-specific abilities, soft skills are interpersonal traits or behavioral characteristics that relate to a person’s ability to work effectively with others and adapt to various situations. Important soft skills include communication prowess, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving, which are transferable across different jobs and industries. If you need …
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What is an ATS?

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What is an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)? An Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is software that helps organizations manage the recruitment process. It saves teams and hiring managers time by automating various stages of hiring, from posting job openings to processing applications, screening resumes, and managing communication with candidates. It functions similarly to a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) in that it organizes data and uses artificial intelligence (AI) as support, but is more recruitment-focused. These systems are designed to simplify and …
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Top 7 Job Description Mistakes

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Top 7 Mistakes Employers Make when Writing Job Descriptions “If you build it; they will come.” That famous line from Field of Dreams points to an ever-present truth: the right environment will attract the right people. Likewise, when it comes to job descriptions, writing them correctly matters… and the outcome can attract or deflect the right talent. Too often, companies can make a some common mistakes that result in attracting the wrong candidates. By failing to clearly communicate job expectations …
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Can You Rely on a Resume?

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Can You Rely on a Resume? Is the Classic Resume Losing Its Footing in the Modern Job Market? In the business world, your team is your greatest asset, and hiring the right people is paramount to success. You need more than just a warm body to fill a role too. You need the right person – someone whose skills, experience, and even personality align with your company’s needs and culture. But how do you find that perfect fit? The key …
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Will The 4-Day Work Week Become a Trend?

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      Will Four-Day Workweeks Be The New Trend? The idea of a four-day workweek has been a hot topic in recent years, with various companies experimenting with the concept and some countries even considering national policies. What do trends look like in the United States right now, and can we expect to see the traditional five-day, 40-hour workweek go the way of the dinosaur? While 5 days have been ingrained in society for decades, shifts in work culture, …
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Almost Half of Gen Z Landing Jobs through TikTok

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Almost Half of Gen Z Landing Jobs through TikTok Is social media like TikTok the stomping grounds for young career seekers? The latest data from Zety® and other studies say yes. Zety®, a career service focused on helping individuals enhance their resumes and cover letters, has recently unveiled its 2025 Gen Z Career Trends Report. This comprehensive survey, conducted with nearly 900 Gen Z workers, explores how social media—particularly TikTok—is influencing career choices and job search tactics for the generation …
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Which US City Has the Most Remote Work?

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 Identifying the City with the Most Remote Employees Recently, we discovered a remarkable article from Visual Capitalist. It provides a visual breakdown of remote workers across U.S. cities, shedding light on where most remote jobs are concentrated. From California to New York, various metro areas contain a significant amount of remote workers, in spite of the recent RTO trend. Therefore, we thought it would be helpful to share this data to assist anyone interested in recruiting top talent. Working from …
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7 Gen Z Workplace Expectations

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7 Gen Z Workplace Expectations Gen Z, born roughly between 1997 and 2012, is the first generation to grow up in the age of the internet. By 2030, they will make up at least 30% of the workforce, only rivaling the ranks of Millennials, who are now gradually assuming the leadership positions retiring Baby Boomers are leaving behind (read more in our 2025 Recruitment Trends Report!) Generation Z has experienced a level of global connection and velocity of information unprecedented …
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AI in Recruiting: Friend or Foe?

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AI in Recruiting: Friend or Foe? It’s no secret that AI is changing the way we live and work. It’s also changing the way recruiters and research recruitment firms are sourcing talent. In the recruitment space, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made the process faster and more efficient. But, like any powerful tool, its impact on the recruitment industry is a topic of ongoing debate. Is AI a friend, or is it a foe? Let’s explore both sides …
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Why 70% of Currently Employed Workers Are Open to New Roles

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Did You Know: 70% of the Currently Employed Are Open to New Jobs According to a survey by TopResume, over 70% of individuals who are currently employed are considering a new job or are open to new opportunities. Asking the surveyed pool about their relationship status with their job, almost three quarters of respondents would take on a new position if the right opportunity came their way. This makes currently employed workers a hidden source of qualified candidates that could …
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The Most Wanted Job Candidate Qualities

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The Most Wanted Qualities in Job Candidates In an ever-evolving recruitment landscape, employers are looking for above average job candidate qualities. This means there are more than just technical skills desired in their search for new talent. While industry knowledge and expertise are still important, many companies are seeking more “balanced” candidates who can navigate workplaces with finesse. These individuals possess a blend of interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving abilities that set them apart from the crowd. If you’re aiming to …
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How a Strong Brand Improves Employee Loyalty: 3 Reasons Why

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While a strong brand is crucial in attracting top talent, its influence extends far beyond recruitment. A strong employer brand can play a pivotal role in employee retention, reducing turnover and helping companies maintain a committed workforce. Excellent branding also creates loyal employees, a positive work environment, and increases the rate of employee satisfaction in your ranks. Today we will talk about how maximizing the employee experience through positive branding can build employee loyalty, reduce turnover rates, increase engagement, which …
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How to Avoid Common Pitfalls When Using Recruiting Research Solutions

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Avoid These Common Pitfalls When Using Recruiting Research Solutions Recruiting research solutions like SeekOut and LinkedIn Recruiter have revolutionized the way talent acquisition teams source, evaluate, and engage candidates. However, in spite of the many benefits these tools offer—such as saving time, improving candidate quality, and providing deeper insights—there are still common pitfalls that recruiters can encounter while using them. If not managed carefully, these challenges can hinder the effectiveness of recruiting strategies and lead to inefficiencies. In this article, …
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Return to Office, Hybrid, vs Remote: What’s Best?

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RTO, Hybrid, or Remote: Which is best for you? With big companies like Amazon calling for return to office 5 days a week, this begs the question, why, and what are the benefits of the full in person model, hybrid work, or full remote? When considering work arrangements, full-time in-office (RTO), hybrid, and virtual models each offer distinct advantages and challenges that can impact both employees and organizations. What are they and which model is right for your workplace? Corporate …
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Recruitment Budget Trends for 2025

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Table of Contents: Average Recruitment Budget Trends Recruitment Budget Trends for 2025 To source quality candidates, many companies invest in the process with in-house recruiting teams or outsource the search to recruiting research firms. They typically have a budget for sourcing, identifying, and onboarding new talent. This is just one of the many metrics that can assist you this year as you make plans for your business. (For more reference, check out our other guides on time to fill, turnover rates, …
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Creating a Holistic Work Environment

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Creating a Holistic Work Environment for Well-Being and Productivity In the modern workforce, more employees than ever are feeling overworked and overwhelmed. In this context, the importance of a holistic work environment cannot be overstated. According to SHRM’s Employee Mental Health in 2024 Research Series, 44% of 1,405 surveyed U.S. employees experience burnout at work while 51% feel “used up” at the close of the workday. Creating a holistic workplace can combat this burnout. This approach reevaluates traditional workplace practices, …
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6 Things You May Not Know about Recruiting Research

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Going Beyond the Traditional Recruitment Methods Are you a hiring manager or team leader who needs to find the best candidates for an upcoming role? Then investing in recruiting research can be a great way to find job seekers that meet your desired candidate profile. While traditional sources for finding candidates include posting a job online and waiting for candidates or outsourcing the task to a recruiting agency, there is an advantageous, convenient option that also delivers results: recruiting research. …
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5 Powerful Reasons to Pay Your Employees More

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5 Powerful Reasons to Pay Your Employees More In the modern job market in which a talent shortage is amping up every year, organizations must recognize the profound impact of employee compensation on overall success. Making an effort to pay your employees equal to or more than the industry standard isn’t merely a financial decision; it’s a strategic investment that can drive motivation, enhance talent retention, and foster a positive workplace culture. By prioritizing fair compensation, companies can not only …
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Do You Have a Solid Recruiting Strategy?

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Do you have a solid recruiting strategy? Companies that have healthy hiring and retention rates typically have an effective recruiting strategy, a positive company culture, and good employer branding. All these attributes take time to build and perfect but are worth the time and effort. If you don’t have a recruiting strategy right now, it’s important to define one to maximize your recruitment efforts. Every recruiting strategy can look different based on your organization’s size, market, location, budget, and level …
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