2.28.2024

Pay Transparency, Job Search Challenges, and More!

Alaant Advisor Pay Transparency Job Search Challenges

by Miranda March

The Alaant Advisor is our column focused on all things going on in the world of recruiting, job placement, and search. Think of it as your weekly briefing—a handy, quick guide to what's going on.

Here's what's happening this week:

WATCH: Unlocking the Power of Pay Transparency

via Alaant

Join Alaant's Miriam Dushane as she delves into our newest QOTW poll findings regarding pay transparency. Discover how Alaant can provide employers with invaluable real-time data and insights to navigate the ever-changing labor market. Watch Now!

The Question of the Week

via Alaant

Each week we invite you to answer our Quick Poll on all things workforce & recruiting! (Please select 1 answer below.)

Q: Are you employed in the field in which you went to school for?

Take our quick poll now, here!

Thank you for weighing in. Check back next week for the results!

Candidates Cite Job-Search Process Challenges

via Staffing Industry Analysts

Time to apply and fatigue ranked among the top challenges for pursuing a new job, according to study by CompTIA that included all types of roles. The data comes from CompTIA’s Job Seeker Trends study, which included a survey that took place from Jan. 10 through Jan. 17 and included 1,001 job seekers… Read More!

How to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day (And Why It Matters That You Do!)

via Snappy

Want an engaged and happy workforce? Creating moments for employee appreciation matter: 91% of working Americans report they want their company to recognize employee contributions with tokens of appreciation, such as gifts and company shoutouts. Employee Appreciation Day is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time… Read More!

Last Week’s QOTW Poll Results:

Q: Is posting salary ranges on job listings helping with your job search or recruitment?

Yes, it has helped! - 80%
I see no difference. - 13%
No, it’s made it difficult. - 6%
Other - 1%

Check out this video from Alaant’s Miriam Dushane, on what these results mean and how Alaant can help employers to navigate pay transparency and the ever-changing labor market. Watch Now!

Community Events:

Sandler Women in Sales Scholarship - deadline 2.29.24

WEBINAR: HR Compliance in Social Media Screenings - 2.20.24

Our Hour In-Person Happy Hour - 2.29.24

Leap of Kindness Chamber Event - Sidewalk Warriors Troy - 2.29.24

Women's Business Council: The Power of Positivity [in the Workplace] - 3.5.24

518 Business Connect - Virtual Networking Event - 3.7.24

2024 Trailblazers Awards Luncheon (CDWERC) - 3.22.24

Secure Your Wealth: Financial Tips for Women in Business - Key4Women Networking Event 3.28.24

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About the Author

Miranda March Digital Strategist for Alaant Workforce Solutions

Miranda March, Digital Communications Specialist

Miranda has a real knack for connecting the dots between employers and job seekers. She prides herself on keeping a pulse on the national and local hiring markets. In her downtime, she enjoys cooking new foods and spending time with her family. A little-known fact about Miranda is her love of video games, new and old.

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