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The Definition of Insanity: Hiring Safe yet Expecting Astonishing Results
By Peoplescape Consulting Group|2020-01-08T14:09:27-08:00October 3, 2019|
Finding a new team member is hard. You spend time and energy recruiting the ideal candidate who’s a great fit. But let’s question what ‘a great fit’ really means. In your mind a great fit probably means the candidate from the same industry, who’s followed a progressive path in the same job stream to lead them to this next step. But this is playing it safe, it risks limiting you and your company and you’re unlikely to find candidates that bring unique innovation and exceptional results. […]
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Learning to Speak Geek: Tech Recruiting Tips for Non-Geeks
2018-04-11T16:04:57-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Technology|
Although tech recruiting isn’t something we normally do here at Peoplescape, it’s something we have a genuine interest in learning more about, and as our valued customers, clients, colleagues, and friends, we wanted to share some new insight on this growing field with you. In order to recruit in any field, you will be best served if you are knowledgeable about the field: become one with the company you are recruiting for, learn the tricks [...]
Cleanup on Aisle 7: What to do when you inherit a mess at work!
2018-04-11T16:05:04-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation|
You just got offered a new manager position at your dream organization. You walk in and realize that EVERYONE in the office is somehow related. The CEO’s daughter is the VP of Sales, the COO’s son runs the warehouse department, and the Sales Manager is married to the Credit Manager. Whoa. #whatdidijustwalkinto #HRnightmare Although some “old boys’ club” organizations will have familial ties throughout the company, it is generally bad for HR business to have [...]
With Power Comes Pain
2018-04-11T16:05:13-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation|
Does anyone start out their career NOT wanting to be the boss? Do most people in your organization dream of moving up the corporate ladder and at one point having a business of their own? Or do they want to be in an entry-level sales position for the rest of their working days? I’m pretty sure the answer is “moving on up!” in 99% of those cases…and that 1% you may want to re-evaluate as [...]
Head of Talent: Global Advertising
2018-04-11T16:05:20-07:00By Peoplescape Consulting Group|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, Talent Search & Recruitment|
Industry: Global Advertising Experience: 12 years Education: 4+ year degree Contact Information: Peoplescape Recruiting at recruit@peoplescapehr.com Seeking a Head of Talent that will report directly to the President in Los Angeles, as well as the Global Head of Talent in NYC. The position is a key member of the executive leadership team. We seek a leader who shares our core values of optimistic outlook, convergent culture, and disruptive roots. An innovator who lives and [...]
Global Expansion: Destructing Cultural Barriers
2018-04-11T16:05:28-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation|
“Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development.” – Anna Lindh Although we are undeniably part of a global workplace and global economy, there are many obstacles that can hinder an organization’s growth along with the global demands facing business today. Opening new offices in different parts of the world, hiring expatriates to go to another country to [...]
New Recruiting Techniques: Video Interviews are in, Cover Letters are out!
2018-04-11T16:05:36-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Technology, Talent Search & Recruitment|
Earlier this year, Peoplescape wrote a blog on the trends coming our way for 2016. One of these trends, as discussed by leader of talent acquisition at Amazon in Seattle, Danielle Monaghan, is clearly a reality now: mobile job application capabilities. From Indeed to Monster to Snagajob, companies are definitely moving in the direction of mobile everything! Here’s another twist…video interviews. Have you done one? Does your company use video interviews? What about cover letters? [...]
Handling Leaves like a Pro: Plan, Prepare, & Conquer
2018-04-11T16:05:47-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation, Rewards & Benefits|
Medical leave is something that we hear a lot about in the business world these days. From articles on how awful the U.S. maternity and paternity leave law is in comparison to developed countries worldwide, to the stress put on the employees left in the office when a colleague goes out on leave, there are so many factors to consider when it comes to leave policies and handling them like a pro. The best way [...]
Privacy & Security Training
2018-04-16T11:37:10-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation, Learning & Development|
Human resources professionals can often be viewed as the gatekeepers, paper-pushers, and killers of creativity and fun in an organization. Instead of viewing the HR function as a critical piece of the business strategy and organizational development, sometimes people can get focused on the administrative functions of HR and not see the bigger picture or value that HR holds. One area that is becomingly increasingly important is privacy regarding recordkeeping, with new regulations by HIPAA [...]
Google It! Finding and Hiring the Right People
2018-04-11T16:06:00-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, Talent Search & Recruitment|
As is the case with most things in the 21st century, leaders in the technology industry such as Google, Apple, and Microsoft are often the benchmark for what other companies should be doing in terms of innovation and creativity. For instance, Google and Apple have both recently remodeled their Silicon Valley offices to reflect a hippie commune of sorts. So how do we, as “regular” companies and leaders in the business world adopt some of [...]
HR for Franchises: Tackling the HR for New Business Owners
2018-04-11T16:06:09-07:00By Jennifer Burton|Blogs, Frontpage Articles, HR Advisory & Facilitation|
One of the common threads you will see if you check out our team page at www.peoplescapehr.com/team, is that our consultants at Peoplescape love working with entrepreneurs and helping new business owners get a strong start. Whether you are opening a franchise such as an insurance agency in your local area, or starting from scratch, the team here at Peoplescape is fully equipped to handle your human resources function while you focus on the business [...]