Hiring teams have always dealt with candidate misrepresentation. Inflated resumes, exaggerated skills, and borrowed portfolios are nothing new. What has changed is the scale and sophistication of deception. Today’s “ghost candidates” use artificial intelligence to fake interviews, obscure their identities, or rely on someone else to appear on their behalf. With AI tools capable of … Continued
Job scams aren’t new, but they’re getting more sophisticated and more damaging. A recent example comes from GitLab, which had to issue a public warning about fake job listings that used its name, branding, and even fake recruiters to lure in job seekers. These scams didn’t just exploit candidates. They also threatened GitLab’s reputation, candidate … Continued
Recruiting in 2025 is less about sending messages and more about being heard. The HireEZ 2025 Email Outreach Benchmark Report, which analyzed more than 2.7 million recruiting emails, makes one thing clear: personalization is no longer optional; it’s essential. Recruiters who reference a candidate’s name, role, or company consistently see higher open and reply rates. … Continued
Recruiting isn’t just about finding the right candidates; it’s about keeping them engaged from the moment they hit “Apply” until they accept your offer. The reality? Communication often makes or breaks the candidate experience. According to CareerPlug, 58% of job seekers say they’ve declined a job offer due to poor communication during the hiring process. … Continued
In a world where AI tools are reshaping the hiring process faster than you can say “chatbot,” it’s tempting to go all in on automation. Chatbots screen applications, schedule interviews, and even answer candidate questions around the clock. And for good reason – they help companies move quickly and reduce workload. But here’s the problem: … Continued
Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations create content, from job postings and recruiting emails to blog articles and employer brand messaging. For HR and talent acquisition teams, AI tools promise speed, scalability, and fresh ideas. But there’s a catch: as AI-generated content becomes more common, it’s also easier than ever to spot when it has … Continued
AI is transforming the way employers find, evaluate, and hire talent. For talent acquisition teams looking to stay competitive, understanding how artificial intelligence works in the hiring process is no longer optional. But with technical jargon and rapidly evolving tools, navigating the world of AI can feel overwhelming. Evaluating AI Tools: Reducing Risk and Avoiding … Continued
Learn how AI can improve employee engagement in retail through personalized learning, real-time feedback, and sentiment analysis to boost retention.
Talent acquisition (TA) leaders are sitting on a goldmine—and no, we’re not talking about compensation budgets or fancy job titles. We’re talking about data. Every application, interview, hire, and exit produces information that can help shape smarter hiring decisions. But let’s be real—raw data alone isn’t helpful. Without the right tools, insights remain buried under … Continued
Smart hiring, ethical AI. Explore the key challenges of AI in recruitment and how to create fair, legal, and privacy-conscious hiring practices.