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How Does HiringThing’s SmartForms Revolutionize Employee Onboarding?
Core HR
How Does HiringThing’s SmartForms Revolutionize Employee Onboarding?

In an era where efficiency and seamless processes are paramount, HiringThing has debuted SmartForms, a groundbreaking AI-powered feature designed to enhance employee onboarding by transforming static PDF documents into customizable, mobile-friendly forms. By utilizing AI technology, SmartForms addresses the inefficiencies inherent in traditional document workflows, thereby increasing customization capabilities significantly. This innovative addition strengthens HiringThing’s suite of white-label recruiting and

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Will Canadian Companies Sustain Robust Hiring Trends in Early 2025?
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Will Canadian Companies Sustain Robust Hiring Trends in Early 2025?

As the Canadian job market propels into 2025, companies are preparing for a robust hiring landscape despite a minor dip in net new hiring numbers compared to the previous year. A recent survey conducted by Robert Half illustrates that 46% of businesses plan to introduce new permanent roles in the first half of 2025. Though this figure has decreased slightly

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UK Recruitment Market Strong Despite November Job Posting Decline
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UK Recruitment Market Strong Despite November Job Posting Decline

As we step into the final months of 2024, the recruitment market has showcased remarkable resilience, evidenced by a slight yet manageable decline in job postings. Contrary to what one might expect, the recruitment landscape remains relatively robust, with employers gearing up for the bustling Christmas season, eager to fill vacancies in hospitality, driving and logistics, and retail sectors. Data

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HR Leaders in 2025 Focus on Employee Engagement and Performance Management
Talent-Management
HR Leaders in 2025 Focus on Employee Engagement and Performance Management

As organizations navigate the evolving challenges of the modern workplace, the year 2025 has revealed a heightened focus on two critical areas: employee engagement and performance management. According to Lattice’s 2025 State of People Strategy Report, a survey of over 1,000 HR professionals and functional managers identified engagement as the top priority for 44% of respondents. It is apparent that

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Mastering Seasonal Hiring: Key Strategies for Employer Success
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Mastering Seasonal Hiring: Key Strategies for Employer Success

Navigating the complexities of seasonal hiring while ensuring efficiency and compliance can be daunting, yet mastering it is crucial for businesses facing fluctuating demand. Understanding federal compliance requirements is the cornerstone of successful seasonal hiring, as it ensures your business stays legally protected. Additionally, quick-turn talent acquisition becomes indispensable during peak seasons. Leveraging technology, such as applicant tracking systems (ATS),

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Boosting Employee Engagement to Reduce Turnover and Increase Productivity
Talent-Management
Boosting Employee Engagement to Reduce Turnover and Increase Productivity

In today’s competitive market, companies are facing significant challenges in attracting and retaining top talent as employees increasingly seek better opportunities for personal and professional growth. The issue of low employee engagement has critically impacted the global economy, costing about nine percent of GDP. The survey highlighted that only 20 percent of employees in sub-Saharan Africa are engaged at work,

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Tech Sector Faces Hiring Challenges Amidst Post-Pandemic Shifts
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Tech Sector Faces Hiring Challenges Amidst Post-Pandemic Shifts

As the global economy continues to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the technology sector is experiencing significant challenges in revitalizing its hiring rates. Despite the broader labor market starting to cool in 2022, the tech industry has seen a noticeable dip in hiring rates, with a full percentage point decrease reported between February 2020 and October 2024.

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How Can Employers Protect Young Workers From Workplace Harassment?
Employment Law
How Can Employers Protect Young Workers From Workplace Harassment?

The recent settlement between Wireless World LLC, owner of Elite Wireless Group, Inc., and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over allegations of sexual harassment by a sales manager has thrown a spotlight on the persistent issue of workplace harassment, especially among teenage employees. Wireless World agreed to pay $107,916 to resolve these allegations, which represent a violation of

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FTC Orders Guardian to End No-Hire Agreements Restricting Workers
Employment Law
FTC Orders Guardian to End No-Hire Agreements Restricting Workers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Guardian Service Industries, Inc., a New York building services contractor, cease enforcing no-hire agreements that barred building owners and other service contractors from employing its workers. This directive emerges from the FTC’s formal complaint, which stated that Guardian’s policy included no-hire clauses in service contracts with residential building owners in New York

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Are Employment Background Checks Reliable Enough for Fair Hiring?
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Are Employment Background Checks Reliable Enough for Fair Hiring?

Navigating the job market can be a difficult task, especially when one’s background is inaccurately represented. This was the reality for a job applicant who took legal action against Sterling Infosystems, a consumer reporting agency. The applicant claimed that Sterling misreported her criminal history and stated she had an active warrant for her arrest, information which was sent to her

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Future HR Trends: AI, Personalization, and Wellbeing Lead Evolution
Core HR
Future HR Trends: AI, Personalization, and Wellbeing Lead Evolution

The landscape of human resources and recruitment is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements and evolving worker expectations. By 2025, several key trends are anticipated to reshape HR practices, making them more efficient, personalized, and focused on employee wellbeing. AI and Digital Transformation in HR AI-Powered Recruitment Tools AI-powered recruitment tools are revolutionizing the hiring process. These tools

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Do Colorado Employers Need to Include Holiday Pay in Overtime Calculations?
Payroll
Do Colorado Employers Need to Include Holiday Pay in Overtime Calculations?

Imagine working tirelessly on a holiday, motivated by the promise of extra pay, only to find out that this incentive wasn’t factored into your overtime calculation. This is a scenario that many workers in Colorado faced before a crucial clarification came from the state’s Supreme Court. As of January 12, 2024, the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals sought guidance

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