April 1, 2021 Update Here are some COVID layoff highlights I’m seeing from Talent Airport (brought to you by Ongig & Friends) through midnight last night. Highlights & Observations from March 2021: Ongig’s Talent Airport showed a decrease in layoffs compared to February, the biggest drop since we start tracking a year ago. Here’s our monthly trendline… Read more »
5 Examples of Racial Bias in Hiring
We found 5 examples of racial bias in hiring. They include racial bias in job descriptions, candidate screening, interviewing, job offers, and background checks. Let’s have a look! 1. Racial Bias in Job Descriptions Racial bias in hiring starts with the job description. Even if it is unconscious, many companies have job descriptions with racial… Read more »
Famous People with Asperger’s Syndrome [150+ Actors, Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Musicians & More!]
We came across many famous people with Asperger’s Syndrome while researching for our recent blogs on autism and neurodiversity. We found 150+ Asperger’s famous people…and even with a bit of overlap, there are lots of new faces too! These famous Aspies include comedians, actors, athletes, scientists, musicians, writers, leaders, and artists. Disclaimers: This list of famous… Read more »
25 Moves Employers Made Inspired by “Black Lives Matter”
Diversity in the workplace is not a new topic, but the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement has shined a new, very bright light on it in recent months. Many companies are making major moves inspired by #BlackLivesMatter. For example, VMware’s CEO announced (on CNBC) that hiring managers will now have to consider at least one candidate… Read more »
Top 30 Cyber Security Job Titles [+ Descriptions]
What are the best Cyber Security job titles for you and your team? I reviewed 150 Cyber Security titles searched for by candidates (and employers!) to find the best titles for you to choose from. This is the latest chapter in Ongig’s series called Job Titles: The Definitive Guide. In this article, you’ll find: Cyber Security… Read more »
18 Examples of “COVID Considerations” in Job Ads [Facebook, Amazon, Deloitte & More]
We have become all too familiar with phrases like “Social Distancing”, “Pandemic Policies”, “the New Normal”, and “COVID-19 Safety Guidelines” since the pandemic starting sweeping the world in early March. Now, COVID-19 has pushed many companies to implement “COVID Considerations” into their hiring process. Below are 18 companies that now include COVID-related considerations” within their… Read more »
Famous People with ADHD [100+ Actors, Entrepreneurs, Athletes, Musicians & More!]
There are many famous people with ADHD (aka ADD). They include athletes, actors, scientists, musicians, business leaders, authors, and artists. There are 100+ celebrities with learning disabilities, specifically ADHD, I found as part of our research on Ongig’s series on neurodiversity. I felt inspired to list all these amazing people in one place! Disclaimers: This… Read more »
The Top 40 Warehouse Job Titles [with Descriptions ]
What are the best Warehouse job titles for you and your team? I reviewed 190 Warehouse job titles searched for by candidates (and employers!) to find the best titles for you to choose from. This is the latest chapter in Ongig’s series called Job Titles: The Definitive Guide. Below you’ll find: What are Warehouse jobs? —… Read more »
Do You Capitalize Your Job Titles? [4 Helpful Examples]
Job titles are an important part of the professional landscape. When searching for a new position, the job title is top of mind for potential candidates, and also what recruiters or hiring managers focus on when creating a job description. Job titles stand out, but should job titles be capitalized? It depends on how you… Read more »
5 Examples of Modern-Looking Job Descriptions
Companies use a wide spectrum of job description designs and layouts. Looking for a more modern job description design template to implement? Check out these 5 modern-looking job descriptions that clean, sharp, and crisp. And, for tips on writing job descriptions, check out How to Write a Job Description — Best Practices & Examples. ADP Feature Image: Smiling employees always… Read more »
Famous People with Dyslexia [A List of 200+ Actors, Athletes, Musicians & Scientists]
It’s amazing how many famous people with dyslexia there are. They include athletes, actors, inventors, entrepreneurs, musicians, authors, and artists. I found 200+ famous people who have dyslexia as part of our research on Ongig’s series on neurodiversity. I felt inspired to list all these amazing people in one place! Disclaimers: This list includes famous dyslexic… Read more »
The Top 20 Customer Service Job Titles [with Descriptions]
What are the best Customer Service job titles for you and your team? You’ve got a lot (Customer Service, Customer Experience, Customer Success, Customer Care, etc.) to choose from. I reviewed 164 Customer Service job titles searched for by candidates (and employers!) to find the best titles for you to choose from. This mini-report is… Read more »
Famous People with Autism [180+ Athletes, Actors, Musicians & More!]
There are many famous people with autism. They include athletes, actors, inventors, business leaders, authors, and artists. There are about 180 famous people with autism that I found as part of our research on Ongig’s series on neurodiversity. I felt inspired to list all these amazing people in one place! Disclaimers: This list includes famous people… Read more »
The Top 50 Remote Jobs Candidates Search For
Remote work has been a popular way of life for many years. But the recent changes to the employment landscape due to COVID-19 got us thinking…will more companies implement remote work versus getting their teams back in-office? Also, what types of jobs will recently laid off talent be searching for? “A recent study from Randstad… Read more »
Neurodiversity: The Definitive Guide
Did you know that about 1 in 7 people are neurodiverse? They include Bill Gates, Emily Dickinson, Richard Branson, Steve Jobs, Whoopi Goldberg, Michelangelo, and Charles Darwin. There are 150+ famous people with autism alone. The neurodiversity movement is strong. This article is meant to give you a high-level understanding of its impact on work… Read more »
