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Talent Acquisition

What’s Your #1 Tip for Using Social Media in Recruiting?

There’s nothing better than getting something for free, especially when it’s going to help you in the long run. Well, here at the Undercover Recruiter Headquarters we are feeling very generous and we are not just giving you one thing for free but ten!! This week our panel of experts share their best tips for…

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Workplace

5 Unexpected Careers in the Travel Industry

While several graduates are perfectly okay with working 9 to 5 jobs, a few feel the need to travel and see the world in its full glory. These individuals have a sense of adventure, a longing to have varying experiences, and so they venture into the numerous job opportunities that the travel industry has to…

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Workplace

Skills Shortages Today

Businesses of all sizes are facing recruitment difficulties, with a perceived skills shortage cited as an issue. It’s a global issue and, if not addressed, skills shortages will hamper the long-term performance of organizations and economies alike. Skill shortages are costly and can hamper growth, with the Open University estimating that they cost the UK…

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Employer Branding

Creating Chemistry Between New Talent and Your Brand

While most people’s first impression of a chemicals products company is that it’s full of people in white coats and safety goggles, you’ll be surprised to know that that’s not the case at all. We’ve been chatting with a large chemical products company about talent attraction and what they do to overcome common challenges that…

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Workplace

Why Your Boss Should Allow Dogs at Work

The 26th of August is National Dog Day in the United States. “But I treat my dog like my Valentine every day of the year,” you protest. “Surely this is just a ploy by the greeting card industry!” Well, perhaps your dog gets the royalty treatment when you’re at home or in the park. But…