7.17.2020

Remote Worker Rules, Virtual Onboarding, COVID Interview Questions and More!

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: Effective Virtual Onboarding Tips from Alaant's Miriam Dushane

via Facebook

Welcoming new employees to your team during COVID-19 doesn't have to be a challenge. These tips from Alaant, Managing Partner, Miriam Dushane will make virtually onboarding new employees a success.

Join Us on 7/23 for 518 Business Connect - Virtual Networking Event

via Eventbrite

Join Alaant and Groff NetWorks on 7/23 for our bi-weekly 518 Business Connect - Virtual Networking Event. Catch up with fellow business colleagues to share stories, get a pulse on the current state of business affairs, and help each other by networking. Keeping our connections strong will help us all to move forward after COVID-19. Register Here!

90 Percent of Remote Workers Are Now Ignoring the 'First Things Rule'

By: Bill Murphy Jr. via Inc.com

This is a story about the difference between working from home in theory and working from home in practice--and a key rule that everyone is now ignoring. But to put it in context, we need to acknowledge two big things. First, while employees have been asking for more flexibility for years, there's been a lack of good research on remote work…

Microsoft Says You Will Need These Skills After COVID, and it Wants to Help You Get Certified

By: Lydia Dishman via Fast Company

Microsoft wants to help 25 million people around the world get better jobs by the end of this year. And by better, it means most in-demand now and post-pandemic. That’s likely music to the ears of those who are currently unemployed in the wake of COVID-19. But even those who still have jobs can advance their careers by…

8 Key Interview Questions to Ask in the Age of COVID

By: Marielle Leon via Glassdoor

Living and working in the midst of a pandemic has affected everyone, which is why it's so important to adapt your interview questions accordingly. Here are 8 questions to consider adding to your interviews for the foreseeable future…

Hot Candidate of the Week!

This is one of the best candidates we've seen this week. If you would like more information on this great candidate or want to see more Top Talent, click here.

Lesley – IT Project Manager/Implementation Specialist

Albany, NY

Great personality and energy
Strong experience in client facing role managing projects/orders
Experience leading a team
Worked with all levels from entry level to VP of company
Experience with implementation (project management) side
Worked with project teams to ensure software platform is at optimal state
Worked with client calls and rectifying any issues
Created reports with data on membership activity and new initiatives
Looking for a role where she can make a big impact

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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