The company recently announced plans to flatten its structure by reducing the number of managers. But how many managers is too many? How many is too few? Read more
The Dangers of Hiring for Culture Add
You’ve likely aware of hiring for culture fit, choosing candidates with values and attitudes that fit with the organization’s current culture. Hiring … Read more
Don’t Hire Candidates You Can’t Motivate
There are five major motivations that drive people at work. It’s important to identify which motivation fits which role — and then figure out a candidates’ … Read more
Companies Value Potential in Employees — Not in Candidates
Talent management aims to identify and cultivate high-potential performers. Recruiting, however, deprioritizes potential. Why is that? Read more
The Death of the College Degree
Several states have moved to remove the requirements for college degrees from government jobs. Jobs that require licensing, such as nurses and attorneys, … Read more
Will ChatGPT Kill Recruiting As We Know It?
Seemingly out of nowhere, 2023 has begun with an explosion of hype about the conversational AI tool called ChatGPT. Most of this press has been negative, … Read more
ChatGPT Falls Short During Candidate Assessment
Research shows that when new hires don’t pan out, 89% of the time, the causes are attitudinal, not technical. In other words, candidates generally … Read more
The Interview Question to Hire for an Entrepreneurial Culture
Business articles are replete with admonitions for companies to embrace a more entrepreneurial culture. Move faster, innovate more, and disband … Read more
3 Questions to Measure Quality of Hire
Which managers in your company hire the best employees? Which could use some extra coaching and training? While I’m sure you have a gut sense as to which … Read more
New Anti-Bias-in-Hiring Law Delayed in NYC
A new law in New York City that requires employers to conduct bias audits on automated employment decision tools prior to their use will not take effect on … Read more
Why Is Amazon Encouraging Recruiters to Resign?
Amazon is getting rid of recruiters because the company has advanced AI technology that will automate the hiring process. OK, that technically may not be … Read more
To Gamify Your Hiring Tech, Grab Your Checkbook (and Probably Your Lawyer)
“How much should you charge to wash all the windows in Seattle?” “Explain the internet to someone who has never heard of it before?” “How many golf balls … Read more
New Research Reveals Surprising Findings About Quality of Hire
Finding meaningful metrics has proven to be recruiting’s white whale since the first candidate applied for the first job. The challenge lies in the fact … Read more
Inside Spectrum’s Assessment Strategy
Assessments are a standard part of the hiring process at many organizations, but that doesn’t mean companies are leveraging them in the best ways. Sure, … Read more
Spotting Toxic Employees in Job Interviews
The hiring research has long been clear that most new hires don’t fail for lack of skills; attitude is the overwhelming cause. Sometimes, attitude … Read more
What’s Steak and What’s Sizzle in Recruiting Tech Right Now
After every HR Technology Conference, I always take a look at my notes and see if there are any trends from the various vendor and practitioner … Read more
The Persistent Disconnect Between Recruiters and Early Talent
In the age of digital connection — where unprecedented access to information and each other is the norm — the disconnect between employers, educators, and … Read more
98% of Business Articles Never Talk About This
There’s something you ought to know about your achievement. There’s a good chance that they do not stem from your motivation and hard work. But if you’re … Read more
These Interviewing Mistakes Are Sabotaging Hiring Results
When it comes to effective interviewing, there are several common techniques that are preventing hiring managers from getting information to make solid … Read more
Recruiters Have a Surprisingly Big Impact on Employee Engagement
When people think about the roles most responsible for employee engagement, HR usually tops the list, followed by senior executives and people managers. … Read more