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AUGUST 22, 2024

Although it is technically still summer for a few more weeks, it is not too early for managers to shift their thoughts to the completion of crucial tasks. Employee end-of-the-year performance reviews fall in this category. End-of-the-year performance reviews are highly important feedback sessions for both the employee and manager in the quest to strengthen […] The post Preparing for End-of-Year Performance Reviews: Best Practices appeared first on ExactHire.

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AUGUST 7, 2024

Internships offer a myriad of benefits, along with some unique challenges, to the students who complete them and for the companies who host them. Internships provide a practical way for students to acquire and refine knowledge centered on their professional path, and companies get a first-hand opportunity to review and mold potential talent for their […] The post Remote Internships appeared first on ExactHire.

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JULY 30, 2024

As the summer draws to a close, parents and guardians face the annual transition of sending their children back to school. This period can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety, as families adjust to new routines, schedules, and responsibilities. For working parents, balancing the demands of a career with parental duties can be particularly […] The post Back to School: Balancing Parental Responsibilities and Work appeared first on ExactHire.

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JULY 11, 2024

As I write this blog, I am working at my elderly parents’ home, hours away from my home office, while they are out running errands. After I finish work, my gears will shift from employee-mode to daughter-mode. Where I will assist with tasks for which they need my in-person help. At the end of the […] The post Remote Work and Summer Travel appeared first on ExactHire.

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JULY 11, 2024

Human Resources professionals and managers are well-versed on the annual performance evaluation process, but they may have challenges including another integral piece of the employee review process: mid-year performance reviews. Both mid-year and annual reviews are essential to the growth and development of the employee which impacts the company’s profitability.

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JUNE 25, 2024

Kids are not the only people who count the days to summer vacation…adults have their own countdown as well. June, July, and August, in addition to December due to its many holidays, are the months when employees request time off more than any other time of the year. Federal holidays that might yield a day […] The post Managing Time Off Requests appeared first on ExactHire.

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JUNE 13, 2024

Many employees were thrust into working from home during the COVID pandemic. Since then, perceptions of where work could successfully be completed changed. Employees had their eyes opened to the fact that, depending on the role and duties, work could be completed somewhere other than the communal company building. Four years post-COVID’s havoc on the […] The post Navigating the Hybrid Work Landscape appeared first on ExactHire.

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APRIL 9, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the workforce, the gig economy has emerged as a significant phenomenon, reshaping traditional employment paradigms and introducing a new era of job flexibility, autonomy, and digital innovation. This blog delves into the intricacies of the gig economy, offering insights for both workers navigating this space and businesses looking to leverage […] The post The Gig Economy: Navigating the New Frontier of Work appeared first on ExactHire.

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MARCH 21, 2024

Filling open vacancies within a company is a daily challenge for Human Resources. Seasoned talent coming from competitors may try to leverage their skills and experience to potentially negotiate. Whether that’s higher salary or benefits packages when seeking employment with a new company. The hiring process can become a game of negotiation between a company […] The post Spring Into Action – Interns, Externs, & Apprentices appeared first on ExactHire.

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MARCH 6, 2024

In today’s competitive business landscape, the success of any organization relies heavily on the performance of its employees. To ensure optimal performance and productivity, businesses need to implement an effective performance management system. However, designing and implementing such a system can be challenging without the right strategies in place.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Talent that drives the success of a company is multi-generational. Working alongside each other are Baby Boomers, Gen X, Y (Millennials) and Z. Each generation brings its own talents and characteristics. They each have their own unique needs when it comes to employee benefits provided by the company. There is no one-size-fits-all to employee benefits […] The post Personalization of Employee Benefits appeared first on ExactHire.

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FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Looking to attract the next generation of talent? Then it might be time to use up to date, proven effective methods of hiring. An ATS, specifically ExactHire ATS is the perfect place to start. With ability to post to thousands of job boards, write accurate job descriptions, QR code applications and text recruiting you’ll be […] The post The Impact of Gen Z in the Workplace appeared first on ExactHire.

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JULY 31, 2013

Employee assessments have been around for decades. Organizations use them for hiring, team-building, conflict resolution and succession planning. While there are many legitimate options for these tools in the marketplace, there are many more that either aren’t very reliable or, worse yet, aren’t legal to use in certain situations. I get asked about these a lot, so it seems to make sense to help frame out some of the key things to consider if you’re currently using (or plan to use) assessments in

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AUGUST 20, 2013

When you purchase software, it’s always nice to learn everything about what the software can do right away. However, we all know this is not always a realistic possibility depending on the extent of available features. Sometimes, you have to “grow” into the application. With ExactHire’s applicant application management software we are occasionally asked for ideas on other ways this employment application software can be used.

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AUGUST 27, 2013

What’s an applicant flow log? Many of our clients are required to comply with Affirmative Action and OFCCP (Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs) regulations. While these regulations are wide-ranging and very comprehensive, they typically apply to organizations that have government contracts (or sometimes subcontracts). At their core, these programs help to ensure that organizations don’t discriminate in their hiring processes.

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OCTOBER 7, 2013

Would paperless human resource processes be more efficient for my small- to medium-sized organization? My cut and dry answer is yes. Since we are all grown-ups, however, we know that there are rarely instances when answers are cut and dry. So, let’s explore, briefly, why my answer is yes. What do I do with all of these paper resumes? Do you remember that seminar where the instructor says, “Try to make all of your paper ‘one-touch!

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OCTOBER 14, 2013

Any decent recruiter knows that it is critical to have an active pool from which to source candidates for jobs, but that doesn’t just mean a large number of any past job applicants. A truly good applicant pool includes applicants that are interested in future positions with your organization and have the qualifications required. Here is an overview of three tips to engage your applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process.

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OCTOBER 16, 2013

It’s no surprise that in an age where there are often many candidates applying for any given job, many hiring managers are using pre-employment assessments to review applicants. Using assessments can help a company find new employees who are the best fit for its company culture and for the position. There are several kinds to choose from; picking the right one for your needs depends a lot on the organization and the type of job being filled.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2013

I can’t believe it’s already November! Fall is in full swing and school is back in session. I love this time of year, cool crisp weather and football all weekend! Unfortunately, time flies and seasons change! Before you know it, it will be full blown holiday season…is your company ready? Do you offer internships through holiday break or even for spring quarter?

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DECEMBER 11, 2013

I talk with groups frequently about the use of social media tools to help drive qualified candidates to their open positions. While I believe strongly in those efforts, the fact remains that job boards still account for a significant amount of applicant traffic for most organizations. Naturally, then, clients typically want to know where they should post jobs and how to keep track of them.

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

Congratulations! You have hired a new team member, and this person appears to be the answer to your organization’s needs. As a leader, you can envision this new employee having a bright future with your company for the long term. This person will complement the organization’s goals beyond your greatest expectations…at least in your vision. How do you connect your vision of long-term achievement with your new employee’s formulating vision of achievement?

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DECEMBER 18, 2013

How does your company promote and incentivize employee referrals? Did you know that in many industries, the #1 source for acquiring new hires is via employee referrals? That is powerful information, especially when harnessed appropriately. Using social media tools to promote your organization’s referral system will also help produce quality applicants, show that you stay current with market trends and boost company culture, as well!

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DECEMBER 23, 2013

I am not the newest member of the ExactHire team, but I still remember my first day well! Being the new kid on the block can be a little intimidating, especially at a small company. So, ease the fears of your new hires by teaching company culture from the start. You know…the informal, generally accepted ways of doing things in your company that the employee won’t necessarily read about in the employee handbook.

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JANUARY 8, 2014

Time is the hottest commodity on the market. There are many more things to be done today, but the hours in a day have stayed the same. Because of this, we begin looking for ways to automate various tasks in our day. If you’re in Human Resources, you might be asking how we can automate the new hire process. The Employment Application The best place to begin automating your hiring process is with the application.

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JANUARY 9, 2014

A snow day! The best words of winter to anyone under the age of 18… and often 21. Here in Indiana we’ve been impacted by the “polar vortex.” The winter witch dropped over 14 inches of snow within 24 hours. While it created incredible sights and terrific workouts (shoveling snow), we were all stuck in our homes for days. Think of all the great things you could do!

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JANUARY 13, 2014

Recruiting has many components to it. While all companies (large and small) will differ with their own specifics, there are some common things that are part of most everyone’s recruiting process: establish your brand for potential applicants consider different ways to attract applicants nurture them if the time isn’t quite right for one party or the other move them along in the process to avoid missing opportunities keep track of what has been or needs to be done with these applicants Larger org

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JANUARY 14, 2014

Well, it’s the time of year to think about taxes and wrapping up all the paperwork! There are many activities that management needs to take care of at the end of a year. Here are a few tips (or reminders) to help make sure the new year starts off right for your small business. #1 – Get organized / Make a budget Organization is key! If you run or own a small business, you know what it’s like to wear many different hats.

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JANUARY 15, 2014

I believe strongly that I was meant to work for smaller organizations – start-ups especially. And while I have never worked for a really large company (and so have no true frame of comparison), the way I’m hard-wired screams for me to be in a place where I can wear multiple hats. But not everyone is destined to thrive in a smaller business. However, there are some key traits you should seek when screening applicants for jobs available in the office of your start-up company … 1 –

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JANUARY 27, 2014

The answer is a simple YES! Reference checks are worth your time; just follow these tips to make sure you are using this opportunity to your best advantage and to find the applicant that will be the best fit for your company. Talk to an immediate supervisor This seems like an obvious one, but it needs to be on the list! If a candidate is not able to give you a reference of a supervisor this could be cause for concern; it could be a sign that the candidate left previous jobs in unfavorable condit

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FEBRUARY 18, 2014

If you find yourself in job transition and feel like you’re stuck because you just can’t land that interview…or maybe you are the other candidate who doesn’t get the job offer, then do a quick gut check and make sure you aren’t doing any of the things described in this blog. Or, if you are on the other side of the recruiting process and reviewing applicants, you probably have other “no-no’s” to add to this list – please send us your comments!

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MARCH 5, 2014

It is not uncommon to hear the words “skills gap” repeatedly mentioned by hiring managers when discussing why positions are vacant and how to win the search for the Holy Grail (AKA–the perfectly fitting candidates to fill those vacant positions). There is great debate on what exactly comprises a “skills gap” and why positions stay vacant.

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MARCH 11, 2014

There are lots of resources on the web about how to put together a good resume, find job openings, get through online application software and get in the door as an applicant. No doubt these are important things for any potential job seeker. However, there is another element of the process that doesn’t seem to get as much attention — how to close for the job.

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MARCH 17, 2014

We all know that staying motivated at work will more often than not lead to career success…but sometimes this can be a struggle to do, regardless. Now that most people have given up their New Year’s resolutions, here is a good tip to stay motivated at work (as well as in your personal life) throughout the remainder of the year! This seems simple, but sometimes things are easier said than done.

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MARCH 17, 2014

In case you don’t already know, we work mostly with small- to mid-sized businesses (SMB’s). For most of the organizations who fall into this category, hiring is often something that’s done without much thought given to ways it might be improved. With limited resources, improvement initiatives are often focused more on things like product development, sales, technology, etc.

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MARCH 18, 2014

While this blog isn’t really about basketball during the blissful (at least I think so) weeks of the NCAA’s March Madness extravaganza, it does refer to another cyclical phenomenon that can bring chaos, perhaps excitement, and irregularity to your daily routine. Seasonal hiring. It can be hectic and stressful for many companies. The two busiest times for this type of hiring for many companies are before the summer and before the winter holidays.

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MARCH 25, 2014

If you are a small or mid-sized organization (SMB), there are dozens of potential applicant tracking system (ATS) options suitable for your company size available on the market. While price is always important, comparison shopping can be difficult — no two systems are alike. To help with your decision making process, below are 5 key features that most any SMB will want from an ATS — even if you don’t know it yet!

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MARCH 27, 2014

Every year around graduation time people come up with lists of advice. I enjoy seeing what advice other people have been given and what advice they’re passing along. We learn by sharing ideas and thoughts; gleaning little nuggets here and there. Why wait until graduation to pass along golden nuggets? Here’s my list of the best advice I’ve been given from my mentors.

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