Vetting Job Candidates, Disability Hiring, Gen Z Tech Talent, Job Search & Personal Brand and More!

When it comes to recruiters vetting a job candidate, it’s time to start getting real. Unfortunately, there are too many “recruiters” that say they are vetting their candidates, and the truth is they just aren’t. It’s common practice for “recruiters” to pull resumes off job boards, databases and the like and in some cases not even talk to the candidate before presenting them for a role…

Companies that offered the most inclusive working environment for disabled employees achieved an average of 28% higher revenue. Here’s why: Hiring and supporting employees with disabilities isn’t just a matter of corporate social responsibility or public relations; it’s just good business. According to a recent study of 140 U.S. companies by Accenture–alongside the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and Disability:IN–those that offered the most inclusive working environment for...

It wasn't too long ago that my generation, millennials, was the focal point. Now, though, in my mid-30s, I've started working with the up-and-coming tech talent who are part of Generation Z. Here's what I've learned about how working with Gen Z is different and how I've adapted my work style to think and act in a way that increases collaboration and productivity with this younger group…

A Business.com community member asked if they should hire someone without a college degree. We found the answers. Finding new talent is stressful. You want to find someone who not only works hard and has the right skill set, but whose values align with your company's principles and culture. With low unemployment, it's a job seeker's market. If you're struggling to find a good fit, you may want to consider widening your pool of applicants to include candidates without a college degree…

Yes, you read that correctly. Personal branding can help you find a job. Not only that; it can actually change the game for you. It can help you become so visible online and offline that potential employers actually approach you. As a tool, personal branding doesn't cost a fortune. What you will need is time, patience, consistency and creativity, which are all learnable and respectively manageable. Here is how you can make personal branding work for you in your job search…