HR always seems to be trying to fix something. That’s a good thing, because work can always be made better. But what exactly is HR fixing? Or rather, what … Read more
Best Hire Ever: Laurie Ruettimann on Fixing Work & Betting on You
In Episode 23 of Best Hire Ever, Kris Dunn talks with former HR exec and workplace expert Laurie Ruettimann, digging into her past and present views on … Read more
Recruiter Realness: This Is Not a Predictions Post
We talent acquisition and HR practitioners are conditioned to expect an end of the year or holiday-themed article. One that is usually some mix of … Read more
Happening on TLNT: Where Ideas Go to Die
Pretty much every company says it values innovation. Only then to destroy it with poor mindsets and processes. In her TLNT article, “Killing … Read more
Recruiter Realness: A Debate About Culture and Recruiting Happened at ERE Digital 2.0. Here’s What You Missed.
ERE Digital 2.0 wrapped last week. It was just the thing I needed to lift me out of what felt like a perpetual state of melancholy, indifference, and … Read more
Labor Market: All the Lonely People
I ain’t lookin’ for prayers or pity. I ain’t comin’ ’round searchin’ for a crutch. I just want someone to talk to. And … Read more
ERE Digital Insights: Can Recruiting Fix Your Company’s Culture?
Editor’s note: This article is part of a series highlighting speakers at the upcoming ERE Digital 2.0 event. Click here to view other articles in the … Read more
Best Hire Ever: Jason Lauritsen on Being Authentic vs Faking It at Work
In Episode 16 of Best Hire Ever, Kris Dunn chats with Jason Lauritsen on the always hot topic of faking it at work vs being authentic at work. Jason and KD … Read more
The Revolving-Door Revolution: Stop Obsessing Over Retention
In a pre-pandemic world, businesses typically valued the longevity of an employee who would stay for the long-run. Essentially, they hired for long-term … Read more
Stop Hiring Individuals. Start Hiring Team Members.
When you think about “team building,” what comes to mind? Escape rooms, bowling, happy hours, cheesy icebreakers? But, what do those activities actually … Read more
Smart Interview Questions That Are Actually Stupid
How many times have you really thought about the interview questions you use at your company? And not just the questions but the answers you seek? For … Read more
Best Hire Ever: Holland Dombeck McCue on Millennials With Drive and Ambition
In Episode 10 of Best Hire Ever, Kris Dunn chats with Holland Dombeck McCue, who manages employer branding and recruitment marketing at Delta Airlines, … Read more
Stop Treating Contingent Workers Like…Contingent Workers
To manage the challenges of a major recession, companies often rely on the flexibility and skills of an external workforce — contingent workers, … Read more
What Values Does Your Company Value Most?
Achieving clarity on what your organizations stand for is especially important in a chaotic world. As Alexander Hamilton said at another turbulent time in … Read more
4 Reasons to Stop Hiring for Culture Fit (and One Reason to Start)
Scientific research shows that one of the best ways to increase employee motivation and job performance, and reduce burnout and stress, is to align … Read more
The Leadership Lie: Why and How to Recruit Followers
“Leadership is alluring because the mere mention of it implies prestige and power. We have forgotten how to be led, how to listen, and how to be … Read more
Best-Employer Lists Will Look Different During a Pandemic
“These are the times that try men’s souls,” Thomas Paine famously (if sexistly) said. It was the middle of the American Revolution, and he meant “try” in … Read more
Are You a Glassneck When It Comes to Glassdoor?
With less reqs to fill right now, this is a good time to turn your attention to other ways to add value to hiring efforts. One of those is addressing your … Read more
Don’t Believe the Lies About Gen Z and Money
A recent study by The Workforce Institute at Kronos uncovered an interesting twist when it comes to the importance of money in attracting and retaining the … Read more
6 Questions to Spot Which Candidates Will Be Productive Employees
You have the great productivity tools at your company. Great. But that doesn’t mean your people will actually be productive. How, then, can you tell which … Read more