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 »
10+ Helpful Examples of Non-Inclusive Language (2024)
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 »
Talent Acquisition vs Recruitment: What is the Difference? (2024)
Talent acquisition vs recruitment — what’s the difference? They are similar, but not the same. So, before we get into the differences, let’s take a quick look at their definitions. What is talent acquisition? Talent acquisition (like recruitment), is about finding the best people for your company, but it focuses more on your long game…. Read more »
How to Use AI to Write the Best Job Descriptions and Job Postings
Writing job descriptions and job postings can be a daunting and time-consuming process, especially if you have to do it repeatedly for different open roles. With Ongig Text Analyzer, you can automate through smart templating and streamline your workflow. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you use Ongig Text Analyzer to save time and create… Read more »
How to Attract Diverse Talent: 11 Helpful Tips to Write Inclusive Job Ads (2024)
Do you want to make sure your job ads grab the attention of all kinds of people? Then, you’re in the right place. So, do you need to make your talent search more inclusive to attract diverse talent? Here are 7 tips for writing job descriptions to attract diverse candidates: 1. Avoid exclusionary words to… Read more »
10 Best Tips for Success Navigating the Talent Crunch
The talent crunch is a pressing issue that continues to plague companies worldwide. Therefore, truly, finding the right talent with the necessary skills for their roles is a significant challenge. Job market research by Korn Ferry reveals that industries could face a global talent shortage of 8.5 million, amounting to an estimated $8.5 trillion in… Read more »
What is DEIB? 5 Helpful Tips for DEIB Initiatives (2024)
What is DEIB? Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are hot topics in many organizations. But, they can take some effort to understand. We’re here to demystify these and give you a few tips for launching DEIB initiatives in your workplace. You might hear many acronyms—EDI, DEI, JEDI, DEIB —and we’ll share what each of… Read more »
100+ Creative & Funny Job Titles by Department & Position (2024 Update)
I’ve been writing a lot about job titles lately (see Ongig’s Job Titles: The Definitive Guide). As part of that journey, I’ve run across some funny job titles. There are numerous creative job titles for every department and position. In today’s competitive job market, companies are finding unique ways to stand out by creating imaginative job… Read more »
10+ Examples of Top Companies with Autistic Hiring Programs (2024)
50-75% of autistic adults in the U.S. are “unemployed or underemployed.” So, some brands are trying to lower these statistics through autistic hiring programs. We have collated some insights on how hiring teams continue to improve talent acquisition practices by making jobs more accessible to a diverse workforce. Here are 10+ examples of companies hiring people… Read more »
A Recap of RecFest Nashville USA (2024)
I recently attended RecFest Nashville. The event had a fun festival feel and turned Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park into a lively meeting spot for recruiters, sourcers, hiring managers, and other talent acquisition professionals. Inspired by its UK origins at Knebworth Park, RecFest USA brought attendees, speakers, and vendors together in a unique way. Between… Read more »
12 Top Talent Acquisition Problems & Solutions to Know
Talent acquisition is highly detail-oriented, especially for enterprises that are getting thousands of applications for each hiring campaign. Resolving these tasks head-on to avoid talent acquisition problems could lead to overlooked talent and wasted recruitment time. So, we’ve compiled a cheat sheet to help your company enhance its recruitment workflow. In this post, we share… Read more »
5 Helpful Examples of a 4-Day Work Week Policy Template
Considering offering three-day weekends and a 4-day work week (flexible schedule arrangements) to your employees? Then, you’ve come to the right spot. In this guide, we’re overviewing what four-day work weeks are and also the benefits of implementing them. We’re also looking into any challenges that may arise and their solutions. In addition, we’ll go… Read more »
20 Top Communications Job Titles (Includes PR!) in 2024
What are the optimal Communications job titles? I asked my team to help me analyze which Communications/Public Relations job titles work best. So, in this mini-report (the latest chapter in Ongig’s Job Titles: The Definitive Guide, you’ll find guidance on: Communications Job Titles Hierarchy — The standard for Communications/PR department positions, including; Leaders, VPs, Directors,… Read more »
Top 18 Employer Reviews & Ratings Sites for 2024
Employer reviews ratings sites are a top resource for job seekers. So, you can think of them as a “Yelp for employers/companies”. Therefore, it’s important to know where job seekers doing their research so you can manage your employer brand and reputation. And yes, negative online employer reviews ratings on these sites can harm your… Read more »
17 Top Diversity Podcasts for 2024 and Beyond
DEI might feel like a moving target, and to an extent, it is. So, a great way to stay up-to-date is by listening to diversity podcasts. Podcasts are a somewhat new (and evolving) part of life. They’ve only been around since 2004. But, diversity and inclusion podcasts are an easy (and mostly free) way to… Read more »
