According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment in management occupations is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations from 2023 to 2033. So, that means, on average, about 1.2 million leadership roles are predicted to increase yearly. The increase is due to employment growth and the need to replace workers… Read more »
10+ Free Job Description Template for Word Examples
A quick Google search of “job description template Word” gets you loads of template examples. To save you time, we found 10+ easy-to-use templates for Microsoft Word (that you can load into Ongig!). Without templates, recruiters and HR professionals would be slow to get the job ads out the door and many would have typos,… Read more »
5 Examples of an Excel Job Description Template [+ free downloads]
There are hundreds of online JD templates in different formats. If you’re still for using an Excel job description template, I found 5 useful (and downloadable) examples. Before we dive in, let’s touch on why Excel remains a mainstay in some companies. Why create a job description template in Excel? (or not) Ongig recently worked… Read more »
50 Funny HR Memes For You [Budget, Resumes, Payroll+]
Have you ever had your CEO or a team lead request a “unicorn candidate”? Or have you seen a job applicant submit a resume written in Comic Sans? Then you know the HR life is anything but boring. And that has inspired some super funny HR memes across the internet. So, this HR meme list… Read more »
Impact Statement Examples (Why They Matter & How to Write Them)
Many years ago, I sat down with over 500 companies to rewrite their job postings, all within a matter of weeks. The trends floated to the top rather quickly – in their mistakes and worries. It was fascinating to see that across industries, levels, and every other dynamic, all of these recruiters had a lot… Read more »
Can ChatGPT Write a Good Job Description?
I’m sure you’ve thought of ways to use ChatGPT to write job descriptions. Using ChatGPT can help simplify the JD creation workload. But with the wrong prompts, you’ll a create generic, biased, and inconsistent ChatGPT job description. So in this article, I’ll give you a step-by-step guide to writing your first ChatGPT job description. And a… Read more »
6 Steps to Make Your Job Postings OFCCP Compliant
What happens if the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) audits your recruitment process tomorrow? Do your job postings meet the OFCCP job posting requirements? If you’re reading this, your answer is probably “no”. OFCCP is more than just a regulatory box to check once for federal contractors. It’s an ongoing obligation. Missing EEO… Read more »
10 Helpful Tips: Writing Effective Job Descriptions for Technical Roles
Writing effective job descriptions for tech roles is essential to attract, hire, and retain top IT talent. In a report by CompTia, tech occupation employment is expected to grow at about twice the rate (2x) of overall employment across the US in the next 10 years. This confirms the relative strength of tech employment compared… Read more »
How to Avoid Job Description Mistakes: A Recruiter’s Guide
Did you know that 65% of employers had to revise a job description after it was posted last year? According to Indeed, this means that most employers need to correct their initial job postings to avoid job description mistakes. Poorly written job descriptions can lead you to hire the wrong candidates. Misalignment in skills and… Read more »
What is the Meaning of a Role Description?
If your company is looking for exceptional and diverse candidates to fill a role, you first need to make a job description. Creating a well-rounded job description with a well-written (and inclusive) role description would be best to catch job applicants. But what is a role description? A role description is a dynamic document that… Read more »
9 Best Diversity Tools for Job Descriptions in 2025
Things are changing fast in the job market. And having a diverse team is super important nowadays. Today, we’re not just talking about hiring. We’re also talking about creating a workplace where everyone feels included and valued. And diversity tools can help with that. So, we’re on a mission to discover some awesome tools that… Read more »
What is a Job Family and How to Use Them Effectively?
What is a job family? Why is it important? And what separates it from a job function? Let’s dive in for some answers. Job Family Definition A job family includes roles with similar education, skills, training, or experience. So, what is the difference between job function and job family? A job family is a group of… Read more »
How to Write a Great Job Posting with Automation
For the fast-paced businesses of today, traditional recruitment methods are struggling to keep up with the demands of modern hiring. Organizations face increasing pressure to fill positions quickly while maintaining quality standards and managing costs effectively. So, you need to know the ins and outs of crafting an effective job posting with automation. Manual hiring… Read more »
What is Skills-based Hiring? + How to Get It Right
Skills-based hiring happens when recruiters hire applicants based on their specific skills and competencies rather than their educational background or previous job experience. So, rather than using years of experience as an essential qualification, it recognizes that skills can be developed effectively even for a relatively short time. More experience does not always mean higher… Read more »
Best AI Candidate Sourcing Tools to Use in 2025
The future of recruitment is here, and AI is leading the charge. Companies worldwide are turning to AI candidate sourcing tools to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and connect with top talent faster than ever before. So, in this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore additional tools, insights, and trends shaping hiring strategies in 2025. Hopefully, this will… Read more »
