As we head into a new year, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be a hot topic—and it’s easy to understand why. AI is now a part of everyday life, impacting our workplaces and the job market, particularly when it comes to tech workers who are still trying to bounce back from the widespread layoffs of…
Since the onset of the pandemic and “The Great Resignation,” labor shortages have become an increasing concern for businesses across all industries. In 2022, a record-high 50 million U.S. workers left their jobs, according to federal data. While employee resignations began to slow in the second part of 2023, businesses in all industries are still…
When it comes to managing your workforce, the day-to-day tasks can add up quickly. This is especially true for companies that utilize contingent workers, who operate under an entirely separate set of rules and regulations than permanent employees. As a result, many businesses choose to partner with an “employer of record,” otherwise known as payrolling…
In this edition of our “In the Limelight” series, meet Arica Soto—a Recruiting Specialist. Arica is a team member on a prominent Broadleaf Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) client account. She relishes the flexibility and autonomy Broadleaf offers, allowing her to take charge and accomplish her job effectively. Arica’s early career start in the workforce solutions…
As a result of the pandemic, the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) role has grown exponentially in visibility and impact. The days of just overseeing compensation, benefits, and payroll processes are long gone. CHROs often report directly to the CEO and act as their trusted counsel. Their unique understanding of talent, culture, unions, negotiation, and…
The adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression,” coined by American author and marketing expert Will Rogers, resonates in talent acquisition and recruitment. It serves as a reminder of initial encounters’ pivotal role in forming a candidate’s perception of your organization. A job seeker’s journey commences with their initial interaction—through…
Effective feedback is the cornerstone of professional growth and organizational success in today’s workplace. Men and women often have unique approaches to feedback. Men favor a direct and assertive style, and women focus on relationship dynamics and holistic development. Additionally, each generation, from Baby Boomers to Generation Z, brings its own set of characteristics and…
Managed service programs, or MSPs, are widely regarded as one of the most prominent and impactful contingent (or indirect) labor service offerings in the workforce solutions industry. In recent years, MSP solutions have become increasingly popular and embraced by a full array of companies—both large and small. Managed service programs can help organizations to control…
In the fast-paced world of recruitment, a phenomenon has left even the most seasoned HR professionals puzzled—candidate ghosting. It’s the unexpected disappearance of promising prospects, leaving hiring teams in the lurch. But fear not! In this blog, we’ll unravel the mysteries behind candidate ghosting, delve into the psychology driving it, and equip you with a…
With the holiday season approaching, retailers nationwide will begin their large-scale seasonal hiring. In fact, Spirit Halloween started hiring in July to fill 40,000 seasonal associate positions. Is your organization one of the 38 percent of retailers struggling with labor shortages while faced with the daunting challenge of recruiting hundreds—if not thousands—of workers this fall?…
