Recruiting Trends

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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An Exclusive Perspective on Candidate Psychology After spending over 25 years conducting recruiting research and candidate sourcing, our team has gained significant insights on what candidates want to know about future employers. During candidate sourcing, we spend a lot of time on the phone with potential fits for a client’s open role. As we screen candidates for qualification and interest for working with a particular company, they usually have questions for us too. Since many are currently employed, they are …
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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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The Impact of New DEI Executive Orders on Organizations in the U.S. On January 20, 2025, the new presidential administration enacted two executive orders related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. One of the key actions taken was revoking Executive Order (EO) 11246, a measure that the Johnson administration established in 1965. The second was an executive order on gender that mandates single-sex spaces in the workplace, affirming “the binary nature of sex.” Along with issuing these new executive orders, 78 …
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What are the Fastest Growing Jobs in America? Employment projections for 2025 are closely linked to market demand, so knowing the fastest growing jobs in America can give you a better picture of what to expect. Over the past three years, the demand for engineers, AI experts, healthcare professionals, and financial experts has been increasing, so you can expect to see more job growth in these areas. For the sake of brevity, we will share the top 10 list here. …
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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? 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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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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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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Recruiters vs. Headhunters When you need to fill a role, who do you call: a recruiter, head hunter, or recruitment researcher? In the executive search world, organizations can access various services to recruit qualified job candidates. Each role has value and its place depending on an organization’s hiring needs. In this sphere, recruiters and head hunters have some attributes in common but some key differences. It’s not uncommon to see the terms “recruiters” and “headhunters” used interchangeably too, which causes …
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The Importance of Company Succession Planning With our 2025 Recruitment Trends Report uncovering that around 10,000 Baby Boomers are retiring daily in the United States, vacancy in leadership roles are only going to increase in the coming years, especially on the executive level. Succession planning is one way companies can safeguard themselves from a talent shortage while potentially saving money and time. This proactive approach, similar to nurturing an external talent pool, involves identifying and developing internal talent to take …
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The Benefits of RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) Is RPO right for your candidate search? This strategic approach allows you to delegate part or all of the necessary recruitment functions to an external specialist provider. Typical recruitment functions include searching for talent, screening candidates, candidate sourcing, and more, as an end-to-end service or a-la-carte “on demand” service. An RPO partnership allows companies to streamline their hiring processes, saving them time and money. It also helps them leverage the expertise of recruitment …
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