Posts Tagged ‘Hiring Tips’
A Beginner’s Guide To Interview Colors
Whether it’s an online or an in-person interview, need to make sure that the first impression you make is a strong one. Because the colors you wear send subliminal messages to the brain, learning the meaning behind them can help convey the right emotions to the interviewer. If you are doing a Zoom interview, consider your background when choosing colors.
While no color is strictly off-limits, some colors should only be worn as accents. Additionally, jewel tones and pastels are better than bright or neon colors. According to CareerBuilder, 23% of hiring managers recommended blue, and 15% recommended black. Orange was the color most likely to be associated with someone who is unprofessional by 25%.
Read MoreHow To Get Specific and Write Effective Job Descriptions
Setting clear expectations to accurately convey a role’s responsibilities to help both recruiters and job seekers. How Clear Job Descriptions Avoid Misunderstandings Writing a job description that is engaging while conveying all of the information necessary is a difficult task. If you write too much, it could scare away candidates with endless lists, but if…
Read More5 Benefits of Working with a Renewable Energy Executive Search Firm
The advantages of working with Peak Demand and our specialized expertise in renewable energy. Targeted Recruitment Strategies A renewable energy executive search firm like Peak Demand can make the hiring process much easier, especially when you need someone with a highly specialized skill set. Our team has perfected the process of placing the right top-tier…
Read MoreExpert Tips on How to Negotiate Salary Like a Pro
Managing Partner Jon Semingson walks job seekers through practicing negotiation pitches and responses to potential salary questions. Best Tips for Negotiating Salary From a Recruiter Have a solid understanding of the market value for your role and what you are looking for in advance. Talk with peers in the market and make sure you are…
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Your Onboarding Process!
The hiring process doesn’t stop when a candidate accepts an offer. The onboarding process is one of the most critical and important parts of the process. The main goal of onboarding is to set your new employee up with everything they will need to get started in their new position. This process can make or…
Read MoreDo You Know What A Mis-Hire Costs?
Studies show that 80% of all employee turnover is the result of a mis-hire. Many organizations leave hiring to chance, and every day that your job remains open costs your organization more than just money. So here are some tips from us to you on how to navigate hiring in 2022 and avoid possible mis-hires. …
Read MoreBuilding Your Network Virtually
Because the work landscape has changed and many organizations are keeping much of the virtual world of work, it may seem challenging to make new connections and keep building your network if you’re not there physically to do it. Building your network virtually may seem daunting but we’re here to give a little guidance. Chat…
Read MoreGreenwashing – When Sustainability is on Trend
Green is the new black when it comes to business. From planting trees to recycling bottles, sustainability is the newest trend for organizations. So what is it, and how can companies make good on going green? What is Greenwashing? Greenwashing is when an organization claims to be sustainable or claims to hold eco-friendly practices but…
Read MoreYour Interview Process
We need to talk about your interview process. Things are changing fast in the hiring market, and organizations have to adapt. You can’t tell a candidate no or ghost them and expect them to be standing there when you change your mind in 3 weeks. So how should organizations streamline and improve their interview process?…
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