A hot-button topic the world of recruitment, talent acquisition, and talent retention (especially at this time of the year) is bonuses. Why do we pay them? What are the most common kinds of bonuses? What are some alternatives to the cash bonus? We’ll explore these questions and delve into how you can use bonuses and incentives to attract and retain
Job Seekers: 7 Quick Tips for Getting Noticed by Recruiters
Are you on the hunt for your dream job in a competitive job market? In the ever-evolving job landscape, standing out from the crowd is essential. This is your guide to getting notice by recruiters. To help you land that perfect position, we’ve gathered some creative tips that you can use when interacting with recruitment agencies, head hunters, and hiring
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Red & Green Flags – How to Spot a Good Career Opportunity
Recruitment and Talent Acquisition can be a challenging journey. It’s vital to remember that while employers are looking for the perfect fit for their organisations, you, as a job seeker, are also looking for the ideal company for your career. Toxic work environments can be disheartening, and it’s crucial to avoid them. According to a survey by Jobvite, a third
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Conquering the Recruitment Landscape: How to Win the Battle for Top Talent
Recruitment professionals and hiring managers are currently facing a multitude of challenges when it comes to filling job vacancies. The reasons behind these difficulties are multifaceted and require a comprehensive understanding of the recruitment landscape in today’s competitive market. In this article, we explore some of those challenges and opportunities to securing top talent. To further explore the unique challenges
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Your Job Search journey – The YES, NO, and WHOA
Embarking on a job search can be both gratifying and frustrating. On the one hand, it serves as a journey of self-discovery, revealing what you want from a prospective employer. Yet, it can also prove to be a difficult road marked by rejection, abandonment, and, in the worst cases, encounters with deceitful job scammers. We delve into all of these
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Your Key Strategies to Unlocking Recruitment Success
In today’s dynamic and competitive recruitment market, organisations face a myriad of challenges that demand innovative solutions. The complexities of attracting, securing, and retaining top talent are ever-evolving, and staying ahead of the curve is essential for recruitment success. In this landscape, the insights provided in our 2023 Trust Gap Report exceptional significance. In this article we delve into the
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Is “Quiet Quitting” hurting your business?
“Quiet Quitting” has become a buzzword over the past few weeks, causing great debate for employers and employees alike. But what is it? What causes it? Is it something you should worry about as an employer? And what can you do about it? We’ve got you covered. What is Quiet Quitting? Quiet Quitting is a kind of Work-To-Rule, where employees
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Is remote work really that much better?
What we think of as ‘going to work’ is changing for many people. A recent article by BusinessTech explores why many South Africans don’t think it’s worth driving into work anymore. They cite reasons including workplace stress, the stress of commuting, and the rising cost of fuel. The internet makes it possible for many people to work out of the
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Get Hired with these 7 Marketable Skills
There’s no denying that the job market is tough at the moment. It seems that everyone knows someone looking for something. So how do you get hired? With all those people competing for roles, it’s more important than ever to develop marketable skills that set you head and shoulders above the competition. The good news is that thanks to the
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3 Easy Time-Savers for Working Moms
Happy Mothers’ Day! At Job Crystal we love working moms, are working moms, and are passionate about helping working moms achieve everything they can. That’s why we’ve put so much time and effort into creating an AI recruitment tool to help companies save time. We understand that being a mom is a full-time job all on its own. You’re a