Let’s face it: we all want to reduce hiring time. Taking too long to fill jobs increases our cost per hire and risks losing top talent. 57% of job seekers lose interest in a vacancy if the hiring process is long [1], so we mustn’t drag our feet when we find people we like. Recruiters […]
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Peer interview questions remain one of the most valuable ways of getting to know a prospective candidate. In a peer interview, the candidate can ask existing employees questions about the company and job. The hiring manager can then observe whether the applicant will work well with the team and peer group they’re hiring into. This […]
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Whether recruiting a start-up or a large corporation, getting hiring right can make an enormous difference to your business’s success. Even with the most effective hiring process, it is unlikely that you’ll find a candidate with everything you are looking for. Still, there are some universally positive characteristics to look for when hiring. These must-have […]
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Recruitment costs account for 15% of all human resources spending [1]. Costs include money spent to cover everything from recruiter salaries and agency fees, to job board advertising and candidate travel expenses. As such, it is one of the most basic metrics hiring professionals can track. However, just 41% of all hiring departments report that […]
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Are you a recruiter or hiring manager looking to use personality tests for hiring? Read on to learn about the best tests to use, what to consider when choosing one, and how best to administer personality questionnaires in recruiting. Why use personality tests when recruiting? Employing the wrong person is a costly mistake. Personality tests […]
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Great customer service reps can be hard to find. In order to assess them effectively, you need to understand what an excellent customer service agent looks like and what universally good customer service skills to look for. This means having a list of customer service skills and characteristics that indicate success in the role. In […]
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Full cycle recruiting is the process of managing the recruitment process from end to end. It is often described as the largest paradigm shift to hit the talent acquisition industry in years, and it seems that the hype is growing every week. Do you want to know what full-cycle recruiting is all about? Well, you’re […]
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We’re delighted to announce that ThriveMap has been named a finalist for the Workforce Solution of the year award at the Talent Tech Star Awards 2020. “Making enterprise customers happy is what we do best at ThriveMap. We’re humbled to be recognised for delivering tangible results for the volume recruitment teams we partner with and deliver […]
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Hiring talented hospitality professionals is both an art and a challenge. Exceptional individuals possess a rare combination of warmth, charisma, and are motivated by a desire to create unforgettable guest experiences. However, with a tidal wave of applicants vying for jobs, the hiring process can quickly become overwhelming. Whether you’re seeking a concierge for a […]
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