What is “growth mindset language”? And, how do you use it to create better job ads? A growth mindset means showing there’s room to learn and improve, in a positive way. When someone has a growth mindset, they believe they’re not limited by inherent abilities. They’re able to grow, change, and also adapt. This theory… Read more »
Action Verbs for Job Descriptions: A Comprehensive List for 2024
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 »
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 11 tips for writing job descriptions to attract diverse talent: 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 »
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 »
What is AI in Recruitment? The Facts
AI adoption has become rampant in talent management, with reliable and ever-improving features that accelerate the recruitment process. Artificial intelligence’s accuracy and consistency simplify the steps to handle the mountain of repetitive tasks hiring teams face. With AI tools constantly bringing in the right people who best fit their roles, your organization can maintain a… Read more »
How to Hire Faster at Scale (7 Tips)
Every top enterprise recruiter faces a recurring question: “How can we hire faster at scale?” While finding great candidates is about diversifying talent pools to match a position, the real challenge lies in doing it quickly. While assessing a suitable fit for a role takes time, delaying your selection could result in top talent knocking… Read more »
Inclusive Leadership: How to Drive Positive Change in Your Workplace
In recent years, styles of leadership have been analyzed and reformed as those in authority begin to recognize the benefits of bucking the status quo. One of these styles is inclusive leadership. Inclusive leadership is an approach that has gained popularity for the positive impact it has on leaders, employees, and organizations alike. Are you curious… Read more »
