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Talent As A Critical Resource

ExactHire

Through The Great Recession of 2008-2009 and the slow recovery that followed, the vast majority of organizations were trimming their workforce, attempting to do more with less, and trying to just keep their businesses solvent. But if the demographics were changing, how did we not see it before now? Did we fall asleep?

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‘Tis the Season: A Guide to Seasonal Recruiting

Netchex HR Blog

Some types of workers, like pool lifeguards, may only be needed during the summer. Tips for more successful seasonal hiring: In November 2022, the retail industry filled 256,700 seasonal jobs, the lowest level since 2008 , a decline of 26% from 2021. Flexible scheduling can help you attract and retain top talent.

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Is the HR Accountable for Mass Layoffs?

Keka HR Blog

Other functions within tech companies saw workforce reduced by 10-20%, while 50% of recruiter workforce was downsized, wrote The Wall Street Journal. “ A year ago, tech companies couldn’t hire enough recruiters to fill all of the open technology positions.

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Why Are Companies Turning to Older Workers? Should You?

AvilarHR

Bouts of unemployment, lingering effects of the 2008 recession, the housing crash, huge student debt and/or providing aid to family members can explain a financial desire (or need) to work beyond a traditional retirement age. Consider the talent pool you know. Why Hire or Retain the Most Seasoned Employees? Are they interested?

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Best Recruitment Agencies in Dubai

Bayzat

Adecco Adecco , a company that started in Switzerland in 1957, expanded its services to Dubai in 2008. Their comprehensive HR solutions are backed by over 50 years of invaluable experience. Provides comprehensive solutions throughout the entire application-to-hiring process. Achieved a remarkable gross profit of over £1,076.3

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4 Ways HR Analytics Can Improve Workplace Diversity

Cornerstone On Demand

Plain and simple, a diverse talent pool leads to diverse ideas. There are multiple studies showing that diversity improves organizational bottom lines: McKinsey quarterly reported that between 2008 and 2010, companies with more diverse teams were top financial performers, and according to a study by Lu Hong and Scott E.

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Is the HR Accountable for the Mass Layoffs?

Keka HR Blog

Other functions within tech companies saw workforce reduced by 10-20%, while 50% of recruiter workforce was downsized, wrote The Wall Street Journal. “ A year ago, tech companies couldn’t hire enough recruiters to fill all of the open technology positions.