The workplace is a very different place to what it used to be 30 years ago or more. From the introduction of new technology and tools to the rising trend of remote working, the modern office has adapted in several ways to cater to changes in employees’ needs and working styles. So, just how much…
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With the introduction of new technology, changes in the economy, and adjusting employer needs; the role of the recruiter has changed significantly throughout the years. Until the 1900s all jobs were advertised in newspapers and the closest thing to a candidate database was a Rolodex and a growing pile of business cards. Fast forward a…
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The Evolution of the Internship
It’s hard to believe that the predecessor of today’s internship came to life in the 11th century. The interns of the past were actually apprentices seeking practical experience to grow their skill set in a trade, art, or calling. Today, students embark on internships during their college years to gain out-of-the-classroom experience prior to entering…
The position of the recruitment consultant has changed drastically over the last four decades. Here are the changes in terms of movies, courtesy of RecruitLoop. Takeaways: 1980s – Top Gun – hiring computer and network technicians 1990s – Pulp Fiction – hiring system analysts and computer programmers and engineers 2o00s – Minority Report – hiring…
Recruitment technology has changed extensively since the early days, and with the birth of social media it’s become a lot more interactive. Here are some of the main points of its history, courtesy of TalentBin. Takeaways: In the pre-computer era, jobs were found via bulletin boards and newspapers, whereas passive candidates were found via resume…
How do you apply for jobs? Probably via a job board, email or maybe even LinkedIn. In a new and very scientific study from SparkHire, we learn that in the beginning, men hunted and women gathered. Then suddenly in 1492 we could spin wool and sail the ocean blue. But not until 1632 could you…