10.20.2020

Workforce Changes Post Pandemic, Going Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness and More!

Alaant Advisor Workforce Changes Post Pandemic Going Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

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:

Hiring Trends & Workforce Changes Post Pandemic

via Facebook

Alaant's Miriam Dushane shares more on a recent survey from McKinsey on how the pandemic has shaped hiring and the workforce as a whole…

Have You Seen This? Girl Dances Like Nobody's Watching After Nailing Job Interview

By: John Clyde, KSL.com

Job searching is one of the most aggravating, frustrating and exhausting roller coaster rides of your life. Sometimes you know an interview didn't go well and there is no way you're getting the job. Sometimes you nail that interview and you can't understand why you didn't get the job…

Alaant Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

via GoFundMe-Charity

To help raise awareness and show our support we are raising funds for the American Cancer Society. If we reach our goal, Alaant Sales Director, Nick Maciariello will color his goatee pink in support of all of those affected by Breast Cancer. Please help us to reach our goal, donate here now!

Here Are 4 Ways Companies Can Make Workplaces More LGBTQ Inclusive

By: Heidi Lynne Kurter via Forbes

According to Guardian’s Workforce 2020 report, nearly 12 million Americans identify as LGBTQ. Yet, while 6 in 10 employers say diversity and inclusion (D&I) is a priority for their company, only 1 in 3 employers have initiatives, policies or a D&I team in place. The same report found 68% of American workers strongly agree it’s important to work for an employer that creates an inclusive workplace culture…

1 In 4 U.S. Workers Have Considered Quitting Due to Pandemic Worries

via MarketWatch

The coronavirus pandemic has put millions of Americans out of work. But many of those still working are fearful, distressed and stretched thin. A quarter of U.S. workers say they have even considered quitting their jobs as worries related to the pandemic weigh on them, according to a new poll by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research in collaboration with the software company SAP. A fifth say they have taken leave…

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.

Austin – Science/Lab Professional

Albany, NY

Driven, kind, motivated, and brings a positive mindset to his work
Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science
Coursework includes: Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, and Molecular Biology
Familiar with Micro pipetting, Gel Electrophoresis, ELISA, and Cell Culturing
Experience recording findings in a lab notebook and transferred to Excel to create statistical and trending analysis
Familiar with sample collection and labeling
Calibrated instruments prior to use
Examined unknown sample bacteria and performed various tests to correctly identify cultures
Strong attention to detail
Looking to gain hands-on laboratory experience to further his knowledge in a professional lab setting

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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