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Why ‘Job Hoppers’ Might Be the Best Hire for Your Next Construction Project

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring March 14, 2024April 4, 2024Comments are Disabled

Spring is in the air and hiring in the construction field is in full swing. Yet, there’s an aspect of this process that needs a fresh perspective: the emphasis hiring managers place on the duration of a candidate’s previous employment. Traditionally, candidates with long tenures at their companies have been favored, while those with shorter stints are often labeled as “job hoppers.” However, this view may be outdated and could lead to missed opportunities in identifying the right talent.

Strategic Hiring in Architecture, Construction, and Engineering: Navigating the 2024 Landscape

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring, Managing, News January 29, 2024April 4, 2024Comments are Disabled

In the world of architecture, construction, and civil engineering, the year 2024 presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities in hiring. With the insights from Deloitte’s 2024 Industry Outlook for engineering and construction and data from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), let’s explore what this means for you as a hiring manager.

What Employees Really Care About In a Company

by Lynn NovoCandidates, Employers, Hiring, Lifestyle November 19, 2023March 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

With the job landscape changing rapidly, it’s essential for companies to evaluate what they offer employees to maintain their competitive edge. What do potential hires and current employees really care about in a company? We surveyed a range of professionals and these three factors ranked as the most important: 1. Capable Management Having …

Onboarding: Beyond Orientation

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring, Managing July 28, 2023February 19, 2024Comments are Disabled

The other day, I asked an HR Manager about her onboarding process. She responded by outlining a routine that involved copying two forms of identification from the new hire, reviewing insurance information, having them sit through a mandatory sexual harassment video, and discussing some administrative policies. I had to smile – was this onboarding? Not …

Are You Being Ghosted During Your Hiring Process? This Might Be Why…

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring, Interviewing, Managing April 29, 2023February 18, 2024Comments are Disabled

Getting ghosted by candidates is increasingly common. A significant number of candidates are not showing up for interviews, responding to job offers, or beginning work on the start date. Ghosting became even more common when the coronavirus pandemic hit. More employees leaving their jobs meant there were more job openings. Additional hiring to fill the …

Should You Try to Keep GenZers (and Everyone Else) on the Job?

by Lynn NovoEmployers, Hiring, Managing November 16, 2022February 18, 2024Comments are Disabled

LinkedIn’s Workforce Confidence Index looked at what would prompt different generations of workers to change jobs. When asked, “Why change jobs?”, the following were high on the list for all generations but for GenZers (those born after 1997): 80% wanted better alignment with their interests and values 76% wanted more opportunities to learn Better compensation …