Is workplace drama standing in the way of productivity? Do colleagues fight over petty issues? Are teams more concerned about protecting their territory than getting the job done? Is bad behavior being tolerated? These are just a few of the signs that a toxic workplace is impeding organizational

We offer an array of hiring services, and because of that, we often recruit recruiters to service our clients. When hiring recruiters, however, there is a lot to ponder. A lot has changed since my earlier career as a recruiter, and to prove that I looked at a 2010 job description for a recruiter

The Great Resignation has created a challenge for companies seeking to attract, recruit and retain talent. As a result, employers have been incentivized to utilize automation and initiate innovative recruiting strategies to maintain a viable workforce. This is especially true in industries where

“Today we have more ways to communicate but we’re connecting less than ever before,” says Adam C. Bandelli, Ph.D. An industrial-organizational psychologist, Bandelli has observed the devastating impact of both the pandemic and increased reliance on technology on people’s ability to create the kinds

In a previous blog post, I talked about a polite way to reject candidates and enhance your employer brand. I referenced the case study of Virgin Media and explained their strategy of:

As Russia invades Ukraine, the world's collective heart breaks over the resulting humanitarian crisis of refugees fleeing their homes for the safety of bomb shelters and subway stations. The initial reaction to what's happening in Ukraine is horror, followed by a desire to help those in need.

Today, I interviewed Donna Cutting and have unofficially proclaimed her my emotional support human because of her cheery, positive vibes. We discussed employment branding, the great resignation and how to put employees first. I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation and think you will too. - JS

The moment your company is profiled on an employer review website is when you can inevitably expect a negative review. It will happen, and that’s not a bad thing. Depending on your reaction, a negative review is an opportunity for improvement and elevation of your brand. This is accomplished when

In this episode, Jim Stroud interviews Ty Abernathy, cofounder and CEO of Grayscale, a high-volume hiring platform that helps brands like Amazon, Wayfair, and Dick's Sporting Goods streamline their hourly hiring through SMS and automation. Questions asked in the podcast include: