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Why “Post Everywhere” Is Failing Recruitment Marketing Teams

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More job boards don’t always mean more qualified candidates. In fact, for many talent acquisition teams, posting jobs everywhere creates a different problem: the right candidates never see the job at all. I recently spoke with a recruitment marketing leader who was trying to solve a challenge I hear more often than you’d think. Their… Read more »

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8 Helpful Ways Ongig Streamlines Inefficient Job Description Processes  

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A good job description determines how successful your entire recruitment strategy will be.  Yet most organizations still don’t put much effort into organizing their JD processes.  The JDs are either written manually or using general writing tools such as Google Docs.  This disorganized process makes JDs lack a central library; they live in Shared Drives,… Read more »

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10+ Creative Catchy Job Postings (2026 Update)

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Catchy job postings are a great way to attract potential candidates. So, I found 10+ companies using creative job titles, images, catchy phrases, or “unusual” perks for job postings that might make candidates take a second look. Then, I created this compilation of “help-wanted” ad examples with catchy hiring slogans and catchy recruiting phrases for… Read more »

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Why Pay Transparency Is Turning Job Descriptions Into a Compliance Problem 

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Pay Transparency Expectations Are Rising Pay transparency is no longer just a DEI initiative. For many U.S. employers, it’s now a legal requirement. As of May 2026, about 16 U.S. states plus Washington, D.C., have enacted pay transparency laws, though some laws are not yet fully effective and definitions vary by source, according to GovDoc. … Read more »

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13 Best Diversity Tools for Job Descriptions in 2026

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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 »

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Best Company Career Sites: 10 Examples and What Makes Them Work (2026)

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 Your career site is the candidate’s first touchpoint with your employer brand. According to Employ’s Job Seeker Nation Report, 71% of job seekers expect an application process to take less than 30 minutes. In comparison, 35% will abandon an application if it feels too long or complicated. Career sites that are clunky and hard to… Read more »

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10+ Helpful Examples of Non-Inclusive Language (2026)

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Barack Obama famously said: “We are at a time in our country’s history that inclusive language is better than exclusive language.” But he didn’t say much about what non inclusive language to avoid. What words do you NOT WRITE so you don’t offend the reader. What words do you NOT SAY, so you don’t turn… Read more »

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How Transparent Job Descriptions Can Help Prevent Toxic Workplaces 

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71% of workers said they are staying in a job they knew was toxic, according to Monster’s 2026 State of Workplace Mental Health Report.  Most conversations about toxic workplaces focus on management behavior. But the problem often starts much earlier, at the job posting stage.  What employers put (or don’t put) in a job description… Read more »

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The 2026 (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) DEI Events Calendar You Need

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Introducing the 2026 DEI Events Calendar! DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. So, this calendar is packed with events celebrating diversity, discussing important issues, and promoting inclusivity. From commemorating historical moments to sparking conversations, each event is a chance to learn, connect, and make a difference. Join us as we explore why each event… Read more »

Action Verbs for Job Descriptions: A Comprehensive List for 2026

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Action verbs for job descriptions are the most effective when trying to attract top talent. What is an action verb? It’s a verb that expresses physical or mental action. Examples of action verbs: The CEO motivates his team. The developer writes code. The accountant approves the balance sheet An action verb is distinct from linking verbs (am,… Read more »

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Hiring Trends 2026: What’s Getting Cut (and What Isn’t)

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Everywhere I look, teams are being asked to hit hiring goals with fewer people, fewer tools, and tighter budgets. The informal poll I ran in 2025 proved more predictive than I expected. Here’s what the 2026 data confirms and what’s changed. This week in The JD Weekly, I sent out a quick 5-question pulse check… Read more »

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10+ Examples of the Best Job Ads in 2026

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Job ads are becoming more creative and dynamic. So, having the best job ads out there will require creativity. Employers are giving more robust content on job descriptions rather than just listing requirements and qualifications. Here are some features we’re seeing in job ads that have become vital components of effective JDs : Images and… Read more »

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What Job Seekers Want in 2026 and How to Win Them Over

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Source:https://images.pexels.com/photos/3184356/pexels-photo-3184356.jpeg There’s one thing always on the mind of employers: what do job seekers want and how to win them over? Job seeker trends are constantly in flux with the rise of technology and market changes. Employers and TA teams need to stay at the top of their game to ensure that they can consistently… Read more »

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DEI Rollbacks: What Companies Are Doing in 2026

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts have faced unprecedented challenges in 2025. Major companies are adjusting their approach to workplace diversity programs in response to the DEI rollbacks from President Trump’s administration. While some corporations are doubling down on their DEI commitments, others are scaling back initiatives due to the shifting legal landscape, political pressures,… Read more »

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10 Smart AI Hiring Tools to Use in 2026

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AI has fundamentally changed what recruiting looks like in 2026. What started as AI-assisted workflow tools that recommended candidates, flagged bias, or drafted job descriptions has evolved into something more autonomous. Agentic AI tools now reach out to candidates, screen them via voice or chat, and book the interview without a recruiter lifting a finger…. Read more »