What to Look Out for in 2025 – 7 Talent Predictions and One Surprising Outlier
Looking back at our 2024 predictions, we’ve seen how undulating and unpredictable the hiring landscape can be. Our insights drew from trusted sources and industry expertise, offering clarity in a year that brought about Presidential shifts, significant leaps in AI, and more layoffs than a Laker’s game. As a reminder, before we whip out our crystal ball (otherwise known…
Read MoreAnalyzing 2024 Hiring Predictions: Hits, Misses, and Surprises
1. The Rise and Refinement of AI in Hiring Prediction Accuracy: 9/10 AI has indeed continued to redefine hiring processes, with automation tools streamlining resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate engagement. As predicted, the emphasis on efficiency and experience has grown. According to Gartner, 70% of organizations are using AI in hiring, and a recent LinkedIn…
Read MoreGift or Grinch: Be Careful Who You Let Down Your Chimney
The holiday season is here! Festive tunes fill the air, peppermint mochas abound, and everyone’s in a cheerful rush to wrap up the year. But while you’re trimming trees and decking halls, one crucial task can’t afford to be overshadowed by holiday cheer: hiring. This is the time of year when it’s tempting to speed up decisions, lower standards, and wrap up quickly for the…
Read MoreAll I Want for Christmas is an EOS Integrator
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: when business leaders are mapping out next year’s goals, reflecting on what worked, and figuring out what didn’t. You’ve got big dreams for 2025: scalable systems, a united team, and clarity in your vision, but here’s the thing, dreams need doers. And that’s why, on every EOS®…
Read MoreDon’t be a Talent Turkey This Holiday Season
The holidays have arrived, and we’re sure your inbox is full of festive invitations, seasonal recipes, and holiday plans. While we’re all thinking about turkey dinners, cozy sweaters, and a well-earned moment to relax, one thing that should not be put on autopilot is your hiring process. This is where you don’t want to be a Talent Turkey. What is a Talent Turkey, you ask? It’s the hiring manager or…
Read MoreFirst-Class Failures in Onboarding and How to Fix Them
Too often, businesses focus on the interview process, pulling out all the stops to attract top talent, only to fall short when it comes to welcoming them to the team. In this blog, we’re diving into why onboarding shouldn’t feel like an economy seat on a flight after a first-class interview experience. We’ll explore how you can transform your onboarding process from a…
Read MoreSay This Not That: A Practical Guide on How to Use Behavioral Assessments Without Crossing the EEOC Line
Just like choosing the right foods in a diet can make all the difference, so can using the right language when applying behavioral assessments like the Predictive Index (PI) to your hiring process. These tools give you a data-driven advantage, providing insight into how candidates perform in specific roles. But, much like with diet, the wrong approach can have serious…
Read MoreHiring for Longevity: The Long Game in Talent Acquisition
It’s Time for an Upgrade, or Is It? Hiring for the Longevity In the immortal words of the SNL/Lonely Island skit starring Andy Samberg, Threw it on the Ground, “My dad’s not a cell phone”. Ask some employees, and they might answer that sometimes they feel like they are consumable. Hired as a bright spark offering the latest in innovation and…
Read MoreHarris or Trump: The Implications of the 2024 Election on the Future of Hiring
As the nation approaches a pivotal election, the atmosphere is charged with uncertainty and anticipation. Whether Donald Trump returns to the presidency or Kamala Harris ascends to the highest office, one thing is clear: the outcomes will resonate across industries, particularly within the hiring sector. In these volatile times, it’s crucial for companies, hiring managers,…
Read MoreThe Haunting Truth: Unmasking the Myths of Hiring Horror Stories
As the chill of October creeps in, and shadows lengthen, hiring managers find themselves navigating a haunted landscape—one filled with myths and misconceptions that can turn the hiring process into a true horror story. Picture this: a haunted house where the walls whisper tales of candidates gone wrong and hiring decisions that backfired. To avoid…
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