Tag: Resume
A resume printed on a cake?
A job applicant in the US has taken innovation to another level by sending an edible resume to a prospective employer. Karly Pavlinac Blackburn,...
Who’s a better hire? Skilled carpenter or an experienced one
There’s a recurring joke that some companies look for freshers with relevant experience. That’s an irony of course and that’s where the joke ends....
Automated resume screening has turned talent into lemons
Eliminating web pages stuffed with irrelevant keywords is not a struggle exclusive to search engines. Recruiters and hiring managers too have to navigate resumes...
Pitch for jobs, not just apply
‘What is the right way to apply for a job? The answer is, ‘Many’. Right now, there are hundreds of individuals actively applying. All...
Videos can make recruitment easier and better
While the traditional resume does an excellent job of listing out top skills, it may fall short on highlighting other skills which may be...
75% of HR managers have caught a lie on a resume:...
Resumes can make or break the chances of success, and therefore, should be well written and completely honest.
Employers need to change work contracts warns UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently announced a change to its labour law, requiring employers to transfer their employees to limited-term contracts. The...
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Nationwide protest on Feb 23 warns national union of railways
The national unions of rail workers, along with other central government employees, have announced plans to hold nationwide protests on February 23 to address...
Now job loss in diamond sector too; 20% dip in diamond production
A major slowdown has gripped the diamond sector in the country. With reports of many small units having been shut down amidst a significant...
‘Employer cannot impose COVID-19 vaccination’: Delhi HC
Much to the relief of a government school lecturer, the Delhi High Court ruled that no employer can force an employee to get vaccinated...
Transgender employment and quotas: Delhi HC seeks Centre’s stance
The Delhi High Court has requested a response from the Indian government regarding a petition that calls for the employment of transgender individuals and...
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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....
“Being good to everyone is being unjust to performers,” Mathew Job, CEO, Crompton
Q. In today’s times, what’s more challenging for a CEO like you — profit & business growth, talent & people, diversification, compliance or managing...
