Category: Skills Based Assessment
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The great skills talent tech shakeup: Who survived Fosway 2025?
The latest Fosway 9-Grid™ Talent Acquisition report for 2025 has just landed. It reveals a market undergoing profound transformation. As talent acquisition teams grapple with economic uncertainty, they face skills shortages and the AI revolution. This year’s analysis shows which vendors are rising to meet these challenges. It also shows which are falling behind. The…
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The ultimate guide to modern technical recruitment in 2025.
Recruitment has changed a ton since the first agency opened in 1653. Nowadays, AI-driven platforms are key, but many still cling to outdated methods. Traditional agencies can’t keep up with the demand for skilled tech talent, leading to high costs and limited reach. It’s time for a fresh, strategic approach!
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Unlocking powerful skills-based recruitment today.
This article dives into skills-based recruitment for SMEs, which is key in tackling skills gaps. It highlights how focusing on real abilities over formal qualifications boosts retention and performance. Companies need to adapt to fast-changing skills demands, fostering continuous learning and diversity to strengthen their workforce and stay competitive.
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Modern recruitment: Adapt to new realities
So, traditional hiring methods are kinda outdated now, especially with all the changes in the workplace. Companies need to be more flexible and innovative, focusing on data and employer branding. GMZ offers tailored services to tackle the unique issues in sectors like healthcare and retail, helping organizations save costs and hire smarter.
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Transforming seasonal recruitment: Simple solutions for retail and hospitality
The holiday season is approaching, and businesses are gearing up for seasonal hiring. GMZ shares top tips for efficient recruitment, such as connecting with local communities, streamlining processes, and hiring for attitude. Starting early and investing in training are crucial. Making seasonal employees feel valued creates brand advocates and boosts retention. It’s not just temporary…
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Recruiting roulette: Weird interviews and the brand carnage they cause
The BBC article “Worst-ever job interviews: ‘We had to crawl and moo'” made me reflect on the impact of hiring practices. Stories range from bizarre to discriminatory, highlighting the need for change. Best practices include structured interviews and transparency, while worst practices involve discrimination and unnecessary stress. Positive interview experiences can enhance brand reputation, so…
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Check out our ebook: Navigating the future of talent
Hi there! 👋 The world of talent is changing fast, isn’t it? From AI shaking things up to candidates wanting more flexibility, it’s a lot to keep up with.That’s why we’ve put together our latest ebook: “Navigating the Future of Talent: A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Recruitment Challenges”. It’s packed with practical tips to help…
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Why Recruitment Must Shift to Skills-Based Hiring in 2024
The recent spotlight on a former UK Prime Minister’s questionable leadership skills despite over 15 years of experience across high-profile roles spotlights a growing imperative in today’s business world: hiring and developing talent based on skills fit over credentials alone. As generative AI, intelligent automation and other emerging technologies transform roles across sectors, skills-based hiring…
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Eliminating Bias in Hiring Decisions
So come on, who has heard these types of feedback after a job interview? Maybe as a hiring manager, you’ve given similar feedback? Or as a recruiter, you’ve had to relay it? “They just didn’t make eye contact…”“They didn’t show enthusiasm for the role.”“Not enough relevant experience.”“Didn’t dress formally for interview.” But have we considered:…
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2023 Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand Predictions And Trends Reviewed
So, as we thunder towards the end of 2023 and into 2024, in this week’s #MondayMusing, we look back at the talent acquisition trend predictions for 2023 that were shared by Radiancy at the beginning of this year – link. Let’s examine how well these predictions have held up: Talent Acquisition – Recruitment Priority: The…