Beyond the Buzzword: What Recruiters Must Learn from the HiringLab AI Context Deficit Study

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days. Every job board seems to mention “AI,” “GenAI,” or “AI-powered” in its job descriptions.  But as employers rush to ride the AI wave, a new realization is emerging: many of these job posts offer no clarity on what “AI” really means. In fact, Indeed Hiring Lab revealed a… Read more »

Why So Many Job Descriptions Feel Fake or Misleading, According to Reddit 

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More job seekers are reporting that job descriptions feel vague, inflated, inaccurate, or even suspicious. A recent r/AskHR thread captured this frustration. Job seekers shared experiences where JDs felt fake, didn’t match the real interview, or never led to a callback. This blog breaks down the most-upvoted explanations from HR pros and recruiters on Reddit… Read more »

Recruiting Trends for 2026: What Hiring Teams Need to Prepare For

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Recruiting Trends for 2026

The hiring landscape is shifting again as we enter 2026.  This year alone, we’ve seen hiring freezes, rapid rehiring cycles, AI becoming more embedded in recruitment, and a wave of compliance updates. These shifts are forcing companies to recalibrate their strategies to stay effective. Yet one principle remains constant: clarity. Clear job requirements, defined workflow… Read more »

The Lazy JD: 3 Steps to Rescue Job Descriptions from the Digital Swamp

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Your biggest hiring bottleneck might be hiding in plain sight, not in your applicant tracking system or interview process, but in your company’s shared drive. That’s where the “Lazy JD” lives. We’re not talking about lazy people. We’re talking about lazy documents—job descriptions that haven’t been updated in years, live in dusty folders, and have… Read more »

Stuck in JD Approval Purgatory? Why Job Descriptions Stall—And How to Fix It

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You’ve seen it happen: a job description (JD) is drafted, shared, and reviewed—and then it disappears into the void. Despite everyone’s best efforts, the job doesn’t get posted because the JD approval gets delayed. So, days go by, maybe even weeks. Everyone’s waiting, but no one’s sure on whom. Welcome to JD approval purgatory—a frustratingly… Read more »

Taming the JD Approval Beast: How to Speed Up Hiring with Role-Based Workflows

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You’ve been there—refreshing your inbox, wondering who’s holding up a job description. Probably JD approval. So, the recruiter is ready to post, the hiring manager has made edits, and legal still hasn’t reviewed. Everything’s stalled—and no one’s sure where or why. In a recent episode of the JD Fix podcast, host Heather Fenty calls this… Read more »

From Broken to Brilliant: How Modern Job Descriptions Drive Better Hiring

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Modern Job Descriptions Drive Better Hiring

Most job descriptions today still read like corporate boilerplate—legalistic, jargon-heavy, and devoid of personality. The problem? That outdated content is costing companies millions. A poorly written JD won’t just lead to fewer applicants—it actively deters the top candidates you want most. In today’s hiring landscape, where speed, clarity, and candidate experience matter more than ever,… Read more »

Want to Hire Neurodivergent Talent? Start with Your Job Descriptions

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Job descriptions create a strong first impression on job seekers. However, for neurodivergent talent, that impression may feel unintentionally excluded. Research shows that 15% to 20% of the world’s population is considered neurodiverse. This population processes information, social cues, and environments differently. And yet most job postings are filled with jargon, vague expectations, and little… Read more »

Inclusion Strategies in the Workplace: Hiring, Culture & ERGs

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Workplace inclusion means building an environment where every employee feels respected and valued, which motivates them to do their best. So your inclusion strategies shouldn’t just be an afterthought. It’s more than just bringing diverse people together. It’s also about fostering true belonging, which drives engagement, innovation, and success. Inclusive companies are equitable and more effective… Read more »

The State of Job Descriptions: Trends, Best Practices, & AI-Powered Optimization 

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Executive Summary & Introduction   The job market is rapidly changing. Job descriptions are now considered strategic tools in influencing hiring decisions and outcomes, enhancing employer branding, and improving candidate experience. Companies now use data, AI, and inclusive language to create job postings that attract top talent while aligning with business goals.  This whitepaper explores the… Read more »

Transparency in Job Postings: How to Set Realistic Expectations

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Transparency in job postings is about providing clear, honest, and specific information about your job posting. It means openly sharing essential details about the role, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, salary range, company culture, and benefits. Candidates have a realistic view of their job and what they would receive in return, so they make confident decisions when… Read more »

How to Write Job Descriptions for Managers Using a Template

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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 »