Tag: candidate
Southwest Airlines to fill 4,500 posts, offers attractive referral bonus
Southwest Airlines is keen to hire quality talent for about 4,500 posts, but is struggling to find suitable candidates. It is offering referral bonuses...
Why it makes business sense to know candidate’s current CTC
When a ban was imposed in the US on enquiring about salary history during interviews, the move made quite the noise. Employers are prohibited...
How to evaluate a candidate’s integrity
While hiring, it becomes important to gauge whether the candidate is honest or not. In many of his interviews, Warren Buffet has said that...
“Don’t accept a job offer, if you haven’t met the boss,”...
During an interview, the accepted protocol is that the interviewer will evaluate the candidate on whether or not he/she fits the bill.
However, the reverse...
McDonald’s outlet in Florida pays $50 to applicants to show up...
A Mcdonald’s franchise in Florida has struck upon a unique way to draw candidates for interviews. Although sales in the fast food space have...
Why Ketto hires college dropouts
For most of us, it has always been about scoring good marks or having a degree to get the golden ticket to successful employment....
Why high EQ is more in demand than high IQ now
Traditionally, intelligence quotient (IQ) has always been a sought-after parameter while hiring for the jobs that involve non-repetitive schedules and problem-solving.
However, in these times,...
How to hire people with high learning capacity
We are living in an ever changing world. The continuously evolving technology is changing the landscape of work and business with each passing day....
AI as a sourcing tool generates better quality candidates
AI has emerged as a great talent acquisition tool helping talent-acquisition professionals with tangible insights, not simply industry rules of thumb or anecdotal stories about similar searches.
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
H-1B visa holders can fight visa-denial case if employers commit fraud
If Indian H-1B visa holders find that their visa is about to be revoked just because their employer has been found to have indulged...
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The ethics of employee monitoring
Case - XYZ manufacturing company recently implemented a comprehensive employee monitoring system to increase productivity and ensure data security. However, the move sparked concerns...
Nike lets go 740 from Oregan HQ to cut costs
Sportswear firm, Nike is all set to reduce staff strength at its Oregon headquarters by 740. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise because...
Google trims workforce as economic uncertainty looms
Google is implementing layoffs in an effort to trim costs, with an undisclosed number of employees affected, reports Reuters. The layoffs are not widespread, and...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
