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Kevin Hart’s restaurant chain becomes the latest employer to offer a student loan benefit

HR Brew

trillion as of Q4 2023, according to the Federal Reserve , a far cry from the $480 billion owed in 2006 when the Fed first started calculating the figure. Having an employer-sponsored benefit that helps restructure and even forgive [student loan] payments is a huge selling point in recruiting new employees,” Hooper said via email.

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Kevin Hart’s restaurant chain becomes the latest employer to offer a student loan benefit

HR Brew

trillion as of Q4 2023, according to the Federal Reserve , a far cry from the $480 billion owed in 2006 when the Fed first started calculating the figure. Having an employer-sponsored benefit that helps restructure and even forgive [student loan] payments is a huge selling point in recruiting new employees,” Hooper said via email.

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9 Top Diversity Recruiting Platforms

Ongig

This post covers 9 top diversity recruiting platforms to help you find top talent. Finding Underrepresented Talent: Through Diversity Recruiting Platforms In recruiting, you need the best tools if you want to attract diverse candidates. Ability Links is a diversity recruiting platform focusing on people with disabilities.

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Cornerstone On Demand

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Hiring outlook still strong despite rumors of recession

Business Management Daily

The total outlook score of +20% is the highest recorded since 2006. Recruiting is no walk in the park, according to new research from the Robert Half staffing firm. Making an offer to a candidate isn’t the end of the recruiting road. Biggest hiring challenge: Getting applicants’ attention. Reviewing application materials: 13%.

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