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Workplace

Why Unemployment Statistics Can Be Very Misleading

Statistics. They’re great if used appropriately, and they’re understood. According to a recent U.S. government statistic, the inflation rate is about 1 percent. But anyone who buys anything knows that’s probably not a true portrayal of cost,s even though that rate is defined as ‘the rate at which the general level of prices for goods…

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Employer Branding

How Social Recruiting is Used in Europe [STUDY]

Ever wondered how employers in Europe use social media for recruitment? Our friends at Stepstone recently released a study called “Recruitment via social media: fact or hype?” which is based on research carried out in seven European countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden. So, for once, we have interesting social recruiting…

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Talent Acquisition

How to Get Ahead in Recruitment: Be Like Karl Pilkington

So you work in recruitment and you are keen to get ahead. But would you ever consider looking to TV personality Karl Pilkington for inspiration? Perhaps not, but be prepared to think differently. Karl is the comedic presenter of the TV show An Idiot Abroad, where he brings his own unique slant on the destinations he visits.…

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Talent Acquisition Timebound

This is the Year of Increased Recruitment Activity!

New Year, New You! That’s the motto. With a new year upon us it’s time for a quick burst in gym membership, healthy food purchases and for exercise equipment sales to double. That is, of course, until March roles around and everyone gets back to their normal schedules. Personally, I do not subscribe to the New…

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Talent Acquisition

A Guide to Video Interviews with Local Candidates

The video interview: it’s not just for international candidates. There’s a misconception that video interviews are only for connecting with candidates far, far away. While video interviewing can be a good tool for bridging large distances, it’s also an effective method to connect with candidates closer to home. The video interview can help your company…