An interview evaluation form allows job interviewers to score an applicant’s interview in a consistent way, comparing candidates fairly. Data is then transferred to a scorecard used by HR or the hiring manager to determine which candidate, based on all interviewer feedback, is the best fit for the organization. In this article, we’ll provide you…
Top 25 Worst Interview Questions – Don’t Waste Your Time
Some interview questions are awkward. Others are downright illegal. Some of the worst interview questions come from well meaning people who may not realize their questions are ineffective or possibly in violation of anti-discrimination laws. Protect yourself during the hiring process by knowing which questions to ask and which to avoid. See what these business…
How to Hire Remote Workers: The Ultimate Guide
Hiring remote workers has become increasingly popular for many positions, especially computer-based work such as programming or graphic design where it’s not necessary for the employee to be on site to fulfill their job responsibilities. In fact, some candidates now expect that they will allowed to work from home or another location of their choice….
How to Use Indeed Resume Search to Find the Best Candidates Fast
is a feature of Indeed.com that lets employers and recruiters do a free search of over 150 million resumes. It’s a great way to search for passive candidates. While the resume search is free, you’ll need to pay $100 per month for a subscription that lets you contact up to 30 candidates directly through Indeed….
Top 5 Salary Comparison Tools
Before you can set or negotiate an employee’s pay level, you’ll need to do a salary comparison using salary data you’ve gathered for similar roles at other companies. There are a number of tools that can help you with this. We list the top 5 salary comparison tools and explain what makes them unique and…
IT Recruitment: How To Find The Best Admins, Engineers, & Developers Using Indeed
IT recruitment can feel like a hunt for the holy grail. You need someone with a very specific set of skills and certifications, yet you can’t always pay as much as the tech giants scooping them up. We’re here to tell you it doesn’t need to be. When you adopt a structured IT recruiting process…
Top 10 Most Popular Sales Job Titles
Sales is the fourth most popular job category in the United States, according to Indeed Job Trends, with a total 244,149 job postings on the site. In this post, we break down the 10 most popular sales job titles. The responsibilities of a sales position can vary considerably depending on the client, whether the person…
Top 10 Most Popular Retail Job Titles
Retail is the second most popular job category in the United States, according to Indeed Job Trends, with a total 422,340 job postings on the site. In this post, we break down the most popular retail job titles. Choosing the right title for your retail employees will help you attract enough candidates for each job…
Top 10 Management Job Titles: What Makes a Good Candidate?
Management is the most popular job category in the United States, according to , with a total 445,546 job postings on the site. Finding a good manager isn’t easy, and choosing the right title for your management positions can help you attract better candidates and even help anticipate demand for different types of management level…
Top 10 Most Popular Utility Job Titles
Utility is the sixth most popular job category in the United States, according to , with a total 236,476 job postings on the site. In this post, we break down the most popular job titles in utility. Utility is an area where you have to determine which positions require professional training, certification, or a license….
Should You Hire an HR Manager or Recruiter?
When you need to hire someone, you have two choices. You can use an internal HR manager, someone who is on your payroll and focuses some or all of their time sourcing candidates and hiring. Alternatively, you can hire an external recruiter, a third-party firm or individual who helps companies find qualified job candidates. Both…
Reference Letter Template & Tips for Writing an Effective Letter
A reference letter or letter of recommendation is a formal document that speaks of someone’s work experience, personal qualities, and/or academic performance. It can be written by an employer, colleague, client, teacher, or someone who can attest to a person’s capabilities and character. If you are asked to write a letter on someone’s behalf, it’s…