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Faith Smith

Faith Smith provides IT-related expertise in the fields of Recruitment and Onboarding, as well as DevOps. Faith's unique combination of knowledge and skills provides insights into IT-driven recruitment practices, which makes her work popular among HR executives. Concise, efficient, and effective, are just some of the words used to describe Faith's work. 
SMBs Prioritize Soft Skills Amid Remote Work and Great Resignation Trends
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SMBs Prioritize Soft Skills Amid Remote Work and Great Resignation Trends

The hiring landscape for small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the shifts brought about by the Great Resignation and the increasing prevalence of remote work. In response to these changes, SMBs are placing more emphasis on soft skills during the hiring process, recognizing the critical role these skills play in fostering collaboration and adaptability in a hybrid

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Perfecting Job Postings to Attract and Engage Top Talent
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Perfecting Job Postings to Attract and Engage Top Talent

In the competitive landscape of recruitment, getting job postings right is crucial to standing out and attracting top talent. You might have a streamlined interview process, an eager hiring team, and even a perfect onboarding experience for your new hires, but none of that matters if you aren’t nailing the very first step in the entire hiring process: job postings!

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Is Your Onboarding Strategy Setting New Employees Up for Success?
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Is Your Onboarding Strategy Setting New Employees Up for Success?

Effective onboarding is a vital piece of the hiring process. It helps new employees familiarize themselves with your company culture while providing them with the tools and resources they need to comfortably hit the ground running. Employee disengagement is a real issue – one that’s only been made worse due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, employees who are not

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Avoid Common Pitfalls in AI-Powered Programmatic Job Advertising
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Avoid Common Pitfalls in AI-Powered Programmatic Job Advertising

In today’s competitive job market, leveraging technology for talent acquisition has become indispensable. AI-powered programmatic job advertising is a game-changer, automating ad buying processes and ensuring job listings reach the right candidates. However, while this technology offers significant advantages, it comes with its own set of challenges. This article explores common pitfalls in using programmatic job advertising and provides actionable

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Widespread Insecurities Threaten Global Software Supply Chains
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Widespread Insecurities Threaten Global Software Supply Chains

The evolving cybersecurity landscape has brought to light a critical and increasingly prominent issue: the vulnerabilities within software supply chains globally. This concern was underscored by a comprehensive survey conducted by Checkmarx that involved 900 application security professionals across the globe. The survey revealed an alarming statistic: nearly two-thirds of these organizations had experienced compromises in their software supply chains

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Can Advanced Technologies Solve the Resume Parsing Problem in Hiring?
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Can Advanced Technologies Solve the Resume Parsing Problem in Hiring?

The job market today is overwhelmed with resumes, each vying for attention in a sea of applications. While this influx of candidates signals a healthy interest in available positions, it also places significant strain on the efficiency and effectiveness of hiring processes. Traditional resume parsing methods, while useful, often fall short of accurately filtering through the myriad of job seekers.

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Leverage AI to Enhance Your Job Search Strategy and Land Your Dream Job
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Leverage AI to Enhance Your Job Search Strategy and Land Your Dream Job

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer in many fields, and job searching is no exception. In fact, a recent survey found that almost half of all job seekers are using AI in their job hunt. Leveraging AI tools and applications can significantly enhance your job search efforts, making the process more efficient and tailored to your specific needs. So,

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How Can Clean Tech Firms Overcome Talent Acquisition Challenges?
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How Can Clean Tech Firms Overcome Talent Acquisition Challenges?

The clean technology sector is at the forefront of the fight against environmental degradation and climate change, driving sustainable innovations that aim to reverse ecological damage. However, as this industry grows in importance and scale, it faces a significant hurdle: attracting and retaining skilled professionals who are not only experts in their fields but also deeply committed to sustainability. The

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How Can AI and Inclusion Strategies Revolutionize Recruitment?
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How Can AI and Inclusion Strategies Revolutionize Recruitment?

The landscape of talent acquisition is undergoing a significant transformation. The combined forces of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robust inclusion strategies are set to revolutionize the way organizations recruit. The traditional methods of reviewing resumes and conducting interviews are being augmented by advanced AI technologies, making the process quicker and more efficient. Moreover, the focus on diversity and inclusion is

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Can Monster and CareerBuilder Merger Revolutionize Job Recruitment?
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Can Monster and CareerBuilder Merger Revolutionize Job Recruitment?

In a groundbreaking move poised to significantly impact the online recruitment industry, two of the earliest and most respected job board companies, Monster and CareerBuilder, have announced a merger, aiming to consolidate their operations to better challenge the dominance of current market leaders such as Indeed and ZipRecruiter. This strategic merger was made public through a joint announcement by Randstad,

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Protect Your Company from Job Recruitment Scams and Phishing Schemes
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Protect Your Company from Job Recruitment Scams and Phishing Schemes

Your company’s talent is its lifeblood. Job postings for qualified individuals and other recruitment activities are vital to its operations. What happens, then, when scammers conduct phishing schemes to trick individuals into applying for nonexistent jobs you didn’t post with the objective of stealing their personally identifiable information (PII)? In today’s age of remote work and virtual hiring, the impersonation

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Slash Your Hiring Time in Half: Four Effective Strategies to Adopt
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Slash Your Hiring Time in Half: Four Effective Strategies to Adopt

In today’s fast-paced business environment, a lengthy hiring process can be detrimental to your company’s growth and competitiveness. Studies show that prolonged screening processes can result in the loss of as much as 89% of potential candidates. With the job market continually evolving, employers need to adopt efficient strategies to attract and secure top talent quickly. The hiring landscape has

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