Tag: Psychometrics
Employee Turnover Myths Debunked
Every hiring manager has a view as to why they think employees leave an organisation. But all too often the evidence throws up surprisingly different reasons. We take a look at some of the most common myths and consider why they need challenging: Low turnover is great – high turnover is terrible This is a […]
Are Candidates Engaged? How To Find Out Before Making An Offer
Employee engagement has become a major focus in recruitment strategies. So how can you determine a candidate’s engagement level? Recent research undertaken by HR Zone has shown that despite growing recognition as to the importance of engagement, much work is yet to be done. Global commitment and engagement levels stand at just 25.3% with Europe […]
The essence of successful recruitment processes
Quality of hire is no longer just a buzz word, it’s a vital piece of the recruitment puzzle that all recruiters are striving to deliver. In a fast moving digital world, the pressure is on recruiters more than ever to make quick recruitment decisions. Yet they must also deliver the best outcome for clients, with […]
Get ’em at the Door!
We have all heard the saying; it takes an average of 7 seconds to make a first impression. We use it all the time when we are sizing up candidates. But what about when candidates are sizing up your organization? Are you representing and impressing well in those 7 seconds? In a competitive market, each […]
Why is leadership so important?
Peter Drucker, the legendary academic and business consultant, once said “Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” He had spent most of his professional life studying management and leadership and came to view the availability of the latter as the single most important aspect of business life. He also argued that […]