In the dynamic landscape of talent acquisition, securing top-tier talent goes beyond traditional recruitment strategies. Attracting and retaining top talent requires more than just posting job openings. Employers must ensure that their salary and benefits packages remain competitive to stand out among competitors – and TA teams rely on it. Today, competitive salary and benefits … Continued
Attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for organizational success in today’s competitive job market. A well-defined talent acquisition strategy serves as the foundation for achieving this goal. However, what worked yesterday may not work tomorrow in the fast-paced world of HR and recruitment. As market dynamics evolve and business objectives shift, it’s essential for … Continued
A recent study from Resume Builder indicates that by the end of 2024, 90% of companies are expected to have return to work policies in place. These policies are not just about transitioning employees back to the office; they encompass a range of challenges and considerations, particularly for those responsible for ensuring that workplaces remain … Continued
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) reported a shortage of 80,000 drivers last year, an all-time high that could reach 160,000 by 2030. To keep up with demand over the next decade, the trucking industry must recruit nearly one million new drivers to close the gap caused by demand for freight, projected retirements, and other issues. In December … Continued
Delivery drivers can take a lot of work to recruit. While the gig economy has plenty of available delivery jobs, it requires licensed, experienced drivers, and the market is incredibly competitive, usually having 16 job seekers per role. Related: The State of the Job Market: Last Mile Delivery Drivers Research from Scandit’s 2022 Global Delivery Insight – Driver … Continued
Candidate fraud is growing alarmingly, whether misrepresenting skills or experiences on a resume to professional interviewers interviewing for someone else. Glider AI discovered a 92% increase in candidate fraud between the end of 2020 and early 2021. Due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work and work-from-home gigs have risen in demand. This has dramatically … Continued
In a recent PwC pulse survey, financial services executives were asked to choose from a list of the biggest risks that could prevent their companies from achieving their 2022 growth goals: 55% cited talent acquisition and retention challenges, and just 26% said they expect these talent shortages to ease by the end of 2022. In 2021, … Continued
Public companies must now submit human capital metrics (including diversity initiatives) in annual reports, an obligation that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) mandated in 2020. The new rules have led to renewed interest in diversity recruiting and hiring, and companies are looking to HR and talent acquisition to lead these efforts. Many qualified candidates … Continued
In any industry where burnout is high, turnover will increase, and transportation fleets will continue to compete to staff up their operations enough to fulfill demand. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the median pay for big-rig truck drivers in 2021 was $48,310, or about $23 an hour. Many of them work 60-70 hours … Continued
Hiring the right candidate for the job can be challenging, primarily when recruiting for multiple positions with different skill sets and experience requirements. Figuring out which candidate will best suit your company can be daunting if you still need to define the person you need. That’s where creating a solid candidate persona comes in handy. … Continued