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HR 101: The history of LinkedIn

HR Brew

One year later, on May 5, 2003, Hoffman launched LinkedIn with co-founders Allen Blue, Konstantin Guericke, Eric Ly, and Jean-Luc Vaillant. Throughout the 2010s , the platform continued to evolve, releasing tools like its skills endorsement feature, as well as apps for recruiters and job-seekers. Fast-forward.

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The Rooney Rules Killed NFL Diversity Hiring

The Tim Sackett Project

It is sometimes cited as an example of affirmative action, though there is no quota or preference given to minorities in the hiring of candidates.” ” Basically, in 2003 the NFL decided that finally, enough was enough in a league where the majority of its players are black and the majority of its head coaches are white.

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How this CPO broke into the C-suite after a decade as a stay-at-home mom

HR Brew

She joined the HR team, where she designed the company’s college relations initiative, built a rotational internship program, and led compensation and benefits development for early-career hires. In 2003, with four children at home, Hartigan had a wake-up call. While invigorating, she said returning to work was challenging.

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11 Stats You Should Know If You are Recruiting Contractors in the U.S.

Linkedin Talent Blog

Co-authored by Christopher Lawrence Recruiting contractors has become a popular way to hire: 20% to 30% of the workforce in the US and the EU-15 are independent workers, according to the McKinsey Global Institute , 42% of U.S. Expect a lot of competition of you’re hiring talent in those areas, along with other technical skills.

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Top Outplacement Firms: A List for Buyers of Outplacement

Careerminds

At Careerminds, we utilize the power of the internet to offer more cost-effective, global outplacement services to clients regardless of their physical location. On the other side, companies can hire them for their job posting builder and feature on the platform, employer branding service, and outplacement services for their employees.

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A Discussion with Eric Allison About Healthcare Staffing: Part One

Thrive Global

NurseWeek recognized Pulse Healthcare Staffing as one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing companies in 2003. NurseWeek recognized Pulse as one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing companies in 2003. Before starting a new venture, I ask myself these questions: Does it solve a current problem?

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How Can the Improper Use of Background Checks Could Get You Sued?

Crimcheck | Pre-Employment & Background Check Information

The company was accused of wrongly using background checks when making hiring decisions. The only problem is that the company did not furnish Mitchell with a “pre-adverse action notice” until after making the decision. This law spells out the process by which a background check should be used when making hiring decisions.