3 Global Staffing Trends to Tune Into in 2019

3 Global Staffing Trends to Tune Into in 2019 What’s top of mind for recruiting pros in 2019 and what topics are trending in the global staffing industry this year? Bullhorn sought to find the answers to these questions. We surveyed more than 2,000 staffing leaders worldwide for their thoughts on the industry and the trends that are impacting it as part of our Global Recruitment Insights and Data (GRID) research. Here’s a look at 3 trends influencing the state of staffing in 2019. I Got Skills… They’re Multiplying Finding enough qualified candidates is a perpetual staffing challenge. Talent shortages persist and they don’t seem to be getting any better. In fact, more than half of respondents (55 percent) said they’re worse now than they were five years ago. Unemployment is at historically low rates, too, making it increasingly difficult to find qualified workers. It’s a candidate-driven market, after all. And because of advancements in technology, many workers are stuck with skill sets that are often outdated or irrelevant for jobs in the modern world. These may feel like insurmountable challenges, but reskilling can help. Reskilling workers â€" the process of helping people to improve or update their skills through training and education â€" is a huge opportunity for the staffing industry. And respondents agree: 74 percent said reskilling candidates is an effective way to address talent shortages. Yet only 5 percent say it’s one of their top priorities for the year ahead. Getting started with reskilling may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. One place to start: find one underdeveloped skill your candidates share and offer a training resource to address that particular skill. No Ordinary World As technology proliferates, so too does the globalization of business. Companies can now source talent beyond their backyards and get the very best candidates for a job, regardless of where they live. Candidates, on the other hand, can find meaningful work with many more employers since proximity to a job location isn’t as much of an issue as it once was with many jobs. Amidst talent shortages, the globalization of business seems like a win for employers â€" more qualified candidates! But given how much choice candidates now have, it may seem like a loss â€" more viable job options! What’s more, many companies are not only sourcing talent from other countries. They’re also setting up shop in different locations to expand their international footprint. How are staffing pros viewing the globalization of business? Opportunity or obstacle? Most respondents are decidedly optimistic: 66 percent said they view the globalization of business as an opportunity rather than a challenge. Hello… Is It Me You’re Looking For? In today’s world, people search for jobs differently than they used to and the types of jobs they’re willing to take are different, too. Many people look for more flexible options when it comes to where, when, and how they work. Some seek to diversify the work they do and don’t want to be beholden to one single employer. Others make ends meet by taking on a variety of assignments while they look for full-time work. Contract or temporary work isn’t new to the staffing industry. But what is relatively new is the emergence of online talent platforms â€" self-service sites that connect employers and job-seekers on-demand. Depending on how you choose to view them, online talent platforms could pose a threat or present an opportunity to the staffing industry. And it seems the industry at-large hasn’t quite figured out how to view online talent platforms just yet. Most respondents (60 percent) couldn’t say for sure whether such platforms were making it easier or harder to recruit for sought-after roles. Yet 26 percent believe they’re making things easier. Whether you choose to view them as the peanut butter to your jelly or the cashew to your tree nut allergy, online talent platforms are here to stay and savvy recruiters will need to keep an eye on them in the year ahead. While the labor market continues to tighten, staffing industry leaders believe 2019 will be a good year for their businesses. View the infographic below for more on the global staffing industry’s outlook for 2019. About the author:  Katie Tierney is Bullhorn’s Content Marketing Director. She leads global content marketing and social media strategy for Bullhorn. Before joining Bullhorn in 2016, Katie spent nearly 10 years with Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group and served as Virgin Pulse’s Director of Marketing (Content Communications). One of its original employees, Katie helped to take the company from  start-up  through its $92MM investment. Katie earned both her Bachelor’s and MBA degrees from Northeastern University.  

7 Reasons Why Women Rock in Recruitment

7 Reasons Why Women Rock in Recruitment There are certainly plenty of good reasons why women (and yes you men too) rock in recruitment, so Ive asked a number of fellow female recruiters for their interpretation of “why”. Based on the answers Ive received from these special women, I have comprised a list of the 7 best reasons why women rock in recruitment. Here they are: 1. Trustworthy We all have a good girlfriend we choose to impart our innermost secrets to, or perhaps your mum or gran? Equally having a confidant as your recruiter is also vital in your career. I personally have coached many recruiters over the years who have entrusted me with their innermost secrets (I was the first to know my best friend was going to propose to his girlfriend before he took her away to celebrate his new role I placed him into). What are the biggest secrets you have entrusted to your recruiter? Do you even believe you should go beyond the realm of recruiter and candidate and discuss anything personal? The benefit to building a trusted relationship with your recruiter regardless of gender is that you create a partnership approach to your career search and both parties are more likely to recommend each other within their networks. And to compare this sentiment, if you don’t actually trust your recruiter do NOT embark on a career search through them. Their approach should reflect your values and personality and only allow someone to be responsible for your precious career if you really do trust their style and principles. 2. Better listeners Two  ears and one mouth, use them in that order. This single statement remains emblazoned on my brain from my first training in recruitment back in 1998 from Bill Boorman, and contradictory to the stereotype swashbuckling talkative recruiter, the reality is the best recruiters are those who listen more than they speak. We hear objections, we sense the stalling, we also hear the buying signals. Listening is not the same as hearing though and it is important to remember that despite having your own agenda as a recruiter, you have to listen to what your candidate and client is actually saying to you. 3. Empathy A trait that may polarise a lot of external opinion of recruiters. Empathy generally is regarded as a feminine trait, we are regarded as the gender that is more intuitive, where “maternal instincts” kick in. However, it is not unique to women in recruitment. Some of the most empathetic companies I have partnered are lead by male MDs and I have plenty of examples of where these employers have gone above and beyond for their employees who have struggled in some way or faced personal challenges that needed empathy and pastoral care. 4. Personable I think this could be the most contentious point as there are some very personable recruiters in both genders as there are in any job you consider people in. Being personable in recruitment is essential to carve out your own style in your own niche. Stamp your personality on your desk by being authentic and I always say, being the best you that you can be. In some markets, there is less interaction with clients and candidates however when you do get the chance to engage, there is no reason why you can’t be friendly and chatty with the recipient as lets face it, thats why anyone uses a recruiter rather than AI; to have a conversation with another human being. 5. Multi-taskers Hands down, this is the winning point. And no, I dont care what you say. I am a  single mum and run my own recruitment company. I have a dog. I have a desk to run and staff to manage. I have blogs to write…… And I do all of this in a day whilst still making time for myself, or Joe Wickes HIIT depending on how much chocolate I have consumed. I dare anyone to disagree that this takes uber multi-tasking. This is very personal to me and how much multi-tasking I actually do daily. 6. Ethical Doing the right thing every time even when no-one is watching. Certainly not exclusive to females or males, very specific to the person and their own moral compass and what they are driven by internally. Find the recruiter you believe will do the right thing by you every time; do your research. Go via a recommendation of someone who has used their services. Don’t compromise on your own ethics even if it means you don’t win/score a deal. The prize is knowing you have behaved ethically and there is a thing called Karma and it is not gendered specific. 7. Diplomacy How do you tell your friend that actually she doesn’t look good in those jeans, she shouldnt be dating the latest guy or that she really shouldnt stick with the latest diet trend as it is not working. Women are primed from a very young age to be diplomatic with each other as the growing up years can be brutal and so I am convinced that by the time we reach adulthood, we are mistresses of diplomacy when it comes to delivering honest, candid yet kind feedback. “You really should think twice before you have a cigarette before going into your interview” I had to deliver that news in my first week in recruitment to an engineer (actually, I had to tell him that his beer breath also put the client off too). So what is the most diplomatic feedback you have ever had to deliver and how was it received?

Is Recycling Easy

Is Recycling Easy Recycling There is so much talk in the media these days about climate change, global warming and reducing your carbon footprint. The pressure for recycling  is growing daily, with everyone wanting to show that they’re doing their bit to help protect the environment. If you’ve never recycled before, the idea of starting to do so may seem pretty daunting. From the outside it looks as though there is a lot of organising, sorting and planning that comes along with recycling, especially if you have multiple bins, but honestly, recycling is so much easier than you’ll ever expect. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you pick up new habits and how easily you fall into the habit of sorting out and separating your waste. If you’re not sure where to start and are flummoxed by the idea of recycling, possibly the best step to take is to find out your councils policy on recycling. Councils all around the country have different ways in which they like recycling to be done â€" some having one recycling bin for everything that you can recycle and others preferring for you to split it down into glass, paper, metal and so on. This is a great starting point if you’re wanting to recycle, as knowing how much you need to separate your waste can help you dedicate bins or boxes in your kitchen for each type of item, meaning that you don’t have to stand outside on the drive sorting everything out in your slippers. What goes in the bin? So, when you know how much you need to separate your waste, the next step is to figure out what things can and cannot be recycled. Packaging these days is all marked with a recycling symbol (two black and white arrows in a circle), allowing you to easily identify what can and can’t be recycled. This makes recycling so simple and easy â€" you don’t have to be constantly checking lists online, you don’t have to just know, you just have to check the packaging â€" could it be much easier? You’ll soon find you start to pick up what you can and can’t recycle too if you tend to buy the same things, meaning that the process just gets quicker and quicker. Despite recycling being very little effort at all, many people still wonder what the point in recycling actually is. For many, they can’t see the benefits of recycling because it isn’t happening around them â€" but this isn’t really a reason not to recycle. As mentioned earlier, recycling is easy and simple , so to not do it simply because you can’t see the effects immediately does seem pretty silly â€" it might not change the world in your lifetime, but if it helps to give the planet a future, then why not just spend that two minutes sorting out your rubbish. Benefits If the environmental implications of recycling don’t sway you, you’ll notice the difference in the amount of waste you have too. Often general waste bins fill up very quickly due to biweekly collections, and recycling really can help to thin out the amount of general rubbish that you have. This means you won’t have to make tip runs or worry about leaving bin bags next to your bins or even next to your wooden wheelie bin storage units because they are too full. If none of this is enough to convince you, you can find out lots more information by doing a quick internet search about recycling, but to answer the question, is recycling easy? Yes, yes it is.

Career Choice Using A Weighted Decision Matrix - VocationVillage

Career Choice Using A Weighted Decision Matrix - VocationVillage (Note: This article refers to a decision-making matrix that is fee-based. For a free but less fully functioned matrix, please visit How to Use a Decision-Making Matrix.)You’ve worked hard at school and college was fun but now it is time to make some hard decisions about your future direction in life.   Shock, horror!   It’s time to make a career choice. Teachers and parents have guided you thus far and you may well have had some thoughts of your own about what career to pursue.   Throughout all that time you’ve spent in education you have been making decisions about what to study and you may or may not have had one eye on your working career when making those decisions.   You’re about to start climbing the career ladder but first, you have to decide which ladder to climb.It may all seem rather intimidating or exciting at this stage and it is useful to seek advice and do some research. You’ll have a ‘gut feel’ for what you want to do but you need to consider ALL of the factors that will affect your decision; some will be more important than you realize and as time passes by that importance will change. One technique that can really help in weighing up all of your options is a Weighted Decision Matrix. It is very simple to use, makes you think, strips out some of the emotion in decision making and ultimately will help you to decide in which direction you wish to go. The first thing our math graduate has done is to write down his career options (Accountancy, Banking, IT, etc.). He is considering five different careers but the decision matrix tool isn’t limited and you could add as many different options as you like. Next, he has chosen five of the factors that are most important to him in choosing his future career (Salary, Training, Career Progression, etc.).Again, I have limited this here to five but it can be more or less as you decide. Possibly the hardest job comes next. Each of these factors has to be weighted. The higher the number you give it; the more important it is to you. Our math graduate has ranked Location/Travel as most important to him. I recommend ranking each factor between one and five. Try not to repeat a score, i.e. use the numbers one to five just once each. If you really insist that Training and Salary are of equal importance then that is fine but it may make the overall result less clear as you haven’t differentiated enough between the importance of each of the factors.You now fill in the rest of the matrix giving a score for each career option versus each factor. Again, I would recommend using the numbers between one and five just once in any column for the same reasons as above. After all, it is decision time and you need to be strict with yourself.Once the matrix is complete the result is reached by multiplying the score in each cell by the weighting on that row. Each column is then totaled to give a final score. For example, the Accountancy column totals fifty which is the sum of (3 x 1) + (2 x 2) + (1 x 3) + (5 x 4) + (4 x 5).In this example, our math graduate has decided that IT is the career for him.As an interesting variation which can give even greater insight, you could ask people who know you well to complete the decision matrix on your behalf. Scores and conclusions reached by your parents, friends, and teachers may really surprise you but it will be in the discussion afterward  that you may discover new things about yourself that make you think twice before setting off down any particular career path.Why don’t you try the weighted decision matrix with your family and friends? Let us know how it went in the comments below.. Author ProfileMark Ford-Langstaff built the Weighted Decision Matrix website to help his family choose a holiday destination that kept everyone happy. He can’t stand long protracted discussions that go around in circles and likes the decision-making process to be as simple as possible.

Writing an English Resume That Shows Your Interest

Writing an English Resume That Shows Your InterestWriting an English resume can be simple and straightforward. If you are unsure about your English skills, there are a few things you can do to create a perfect resume.First, try not to go overboard on the style of resume you write. Try to write a resume that is honest and easy to read. This will help to ensure that you get the interview.Second, take a look at your own experience in writing resumes. Find a style that will allow you to be as professional as possible. Your resume should speak well of you, even if it does not sound like you.Third, you will need to be careful about your spelling and grammar when you are doing your English resume. Most job applicants choose to go to English speaking countries such as Canada and Australia. This means that they will have an accent that will be noticeable in their English resumes. Make sure that you stick to your standard English spelling and grammar rules.Fourth, many people have a difficult time using abbreviations and keywords when writing their resumes for today's English. They try to write in past tense instead of present tense, which is what is appropriate. Be careful when using acronyms, because they may become outdated over time. This is why you want to write in present tense when they are appropriate.Fifth, the most important thing you can do when writing an English resume is to make sure that you keep your resume as short as possible. You want to make sure that your employer has a good read on your background and experience. Using long sentences is more difficult to read and this will hinder you from getting the interview.These five important factors will help you get a job much easier than a resume with too many important details. By being careful about your writing, you will be able to get the job, or keep it, much easier.It is possible to write an English resume that looks professional, but you do need to make sure that you stay as true to yourself as possib le. Being creative and sticking to your rules will help you to get an interview, no matter how long you have been waiting for one.

Resume Design Strategies That Separate You From Your Competitors

Resume Design Strategies That Separate You From Your Competitors Recruiters and hiring managers generally spend just a few seconds on an initial scan of a resume. The vetting process is very similar to what most of us do when we visit a website looking for a product or service. We dont read the entire website; we scan it quickly and if we dont find what we need within the first few seconds, we usually move on to the next site. On websites, images and graphs that quickly explain the product or service tend to capture our attention and help us make a purchasing decision. The same is true of resumes. By displaying key information in more visual ways, you can make the resume an easier and more engaging read while increasing the likelihood that your reader will figure out your value add faster and more accurately. Here are some recommendations for ways to add design elements that improve your messaging to your resume.Numbers Chart. Demonstrate how youve moved the needle on certain critical metrics by using a chart detailing a change you helped make in the organization.Pie Chart. Demonstrate how you grew a certain metric year-over-year or captured market share from a competitor.Call Out Box. Create a box for information you want to have stand out such as an overview of your skills or a great client testimonial.Graphics. Add graphics to call special attention to key industries or business environments your are known for.Images. Use images that represent your professional identity to create a more lasting impression with your reader.Infographics. Add infographics to show specific skills and competencies.Bar Graph. Add a bar graph to show visually how you have improved a key performance metric over time.Social Icons. Use social media icons and QR codes with links to share more information about you in a limited amount of space.Progressive Chart. Add a multi-year chart that shows how you consistently improved a metric over time.Logo. Add a branded logo to your name to better connect your name with your professional identity.Text With Image. Show an image that complements data you are showing on the resume.

Going after your dream career.

Going after your dream career. Going after your dream career. Going after your dream career. December 1, 2010 by Career Coach Sherri Thomas 2 Comments Powered by Podbean.com Do you dream of doing something different in your career? Something energizing, fun and creative that actually fills you with energy and passion? I fully believe that life is way too short to stay in a meaningless job where you feel unfulfilled, unchallenged and under-valued. I’ve had a few of those jobs and I remember waking up every single morning and dreading going into work. The highlight of my day was stopping at Starbucks every morning to get my daily dose of lattes. If you’re in that same position and now you’re ready to reinvent your career, then I’m here to help you! First, I’m going to tell you why it’s hard to do. I know that’s probably not what you expected me to say (or want to hear), but I’m going to tell you why it’s difficult to reinvent your career, and then I’m going to help you overcome those challenges so that you can get into your new career and get on with loving your life! The reason that most people stay in an unmotivating and unfulfilling job is because it’s easy to do. It’s familiar, it takes minimal effort, it’s easy to blank out and be a zombie for 8 hours a day, and there’s comfort in knowing you’re getting the bills paid. It’s easy because there’s minimal risk and minimal effort. But there’s also minimal reward. I recently attended a leadership training in Oregon and the instructor said, “Those who take on more risk, get more opportunities.” Do you think that’s true? Do you think that when you step into a new organization that allows you to stretch and grow, that you might actually be inspired to go into work every day? Do you think that if you’re energized about doing work that excites you, that you’ll be making more significant contributions, and therefore, have more opportunities for promotions and career advancement? Stepping onto a new career path is not easy, but it can absolutely be done! I’ve jumped onto a new career path four times, and it was well worth the risk! So, how can YOU make a successful career change? 1. Define your passion. In which industry would you like to work? Advertising? Finance? Health Care? In which job role would you like to work? Software Engineer? Financial Analyst? Management? If you’re not sure, then read trade magazines, business publications, and talk to your friends, neighbors and colleagues about their job. The key to being in a career that excites and inspires you is to find out where your passion is. 2. Lead with your transferable skills. Once you’ve determined where you want to go in your career, lead with your transferable skills. Those are skills that transition from industry to industry, or from job role to job role. Examples include: managing people, managing projects, managing budgets, as well as negotiating contracts, and proposing new ideas that helped an organization generate revenue, save costs or increase market share. These are excellent skills that can help you get your foot in the door at a new company. You’ll want to highlight these on your resume, and talk about them in your interviews and networking opportunities. 3. Attitude is king. I’ve found that reinventing your career mostly depends on two things: passion and confidence. Don’t worry if you don’t match all the job requirements. I got my TV gig even though I missed the two (2) biggest requirements â€" I didn’t have at least 2 years of TV experience and I didn’t have an audition tape. To compensate, I focused my resume on my transferable skills which were being highly creative and a solid copywriter. Then, in the interview, the hiring manager told me I got the job because I was passionate about the company and the job! Reinventing your career takes some perseverance, determination and a bit of risk taking. But the rewards are HUGE! Your next career is out there waiting for you â€" you just need to go out there and get it! ? If you’re stuck in your career â€" get professional help! Career Coaching 360 helps professionals and executives change into a more meaningful and inspiring career, and we can help you, too! Check out our career coaching packages created to fit any budget at: https://careercoaching360.com/careercoaching/ Also, check out our resume and interviewing services.