What if I told you that in the age of AI, we should ask not what’s left for humans, but instead what’s possible? The answer is a lot if we bring our uniquely human skills to work. Skills like effective communication, critical thinking, and empathy are vital for both individual career and company success. But
Good or bad, habits are hard to break. Good habits come to feel natural, while bad habits stubbornly stick around — even when you know better. Most recruiting professionals understand the importance of skills-based hiring, but that’s not always reflected in their day-to-day habits. One skills-based hiring habit that already feels routine for many recruiters:
Human resources has gone through many iterations over the years. During the Industrial Revolution, it was the personnel department, with a focus on tracking workers’ hours and skills. In the mid-20th century, it became human resources, with an emphasis on treating people fairly and driving productivity. And as the internet came of age in the
While many companies are at least vaguely aware of the possibility of job seekers using generative AI to assist them in the application process, we now have some data-driven insights into how AI is being used by job seekers and into its impact. A very interesting study by Oriel Partners, alongside recent findings from other
Everyone wants to make a great hire. It’s like the gold medal for recruiting: finding a candidate who has the right skills for the job, performs at peak level, and is a happy addition to your company culture. With hiring around the world still in decline and employers vigilant about headcounts, quality of hire has
If you’re already a talent acquisition (TA) leader or you’re hoping to become one, you’ve probably sensed that the role has been changing in recent years. More and more, it seems recruiting leaders are expected to take on new responsibilities that were historically siloed in other roles — like talent development, performance management, and employee
Gen Z Strikes Back. It almost sounds like a movie title — maybe a comedy spoof or an action flick with recognizable yet B-list stars? But it’s actually the headline of a recent Business Insider article about a topic that may be near the top of a recruiter’s list of least favorite subjects: candidate reneging.
There’s no question that artificial intelligence, especially generative AI tools like ChatGPT, has had an enormous impact on the world of work. Generative AI can support employees in numerous ways, enhancing productivity, creativity, and efficiency across various roles and industries. However, the widespread excitement around AI may be outpacing employees’ ability to learn how to
Over the last 20 years, I’ve hosted seven interns in my work as a trade show exhibit salesperson. With one exception, I have paid all of their expenses and structured the internship program myself. Why? Because I wished someone had done the same for me when I was young. After graduating from college, I had
Reading an article that absolutely nails a topic is one of the most satisfying things in life, isn’t it? I had this recently when I stumbled across a piece that the incomparable Glen Cathey had contributed to the Talent Blog. Delving into the future of sourcing by looking at it through a lens of AI,
