Punch the resume hunch! This week's 10x edition's got your back!

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This week's highlights got me pumped! Here we GO!

Intuition vs. Insight: Can Recruiters Outperform a Coin Toss When Evaluating Resumes?

Guess what? We finally got some science behind the art (or lack thereof) of RESUME SELECTION! This week, we're diving into a real research study, not some armchair experiment like yours truly used to do.

Here's the gist:

• Turns out, picking good candidates based on resumes is about as effective as flipping a coin.
• Recruiters, engineers, hiring managers - nobody was great at this!
• The study even found people disagreed on what a "good" candidate even looked like on paper.

But wait, there's more! Have a read here

Feeling the pressure to hire the best and brightest graduates?

Drowning in a sea of resumes, praying you pick the right person who'll excel in your company? Relax, weary recruiter! This isn't a crapshoot – we've got the ultimate arsenal to help you identify hidden talent and build a dream team.

Introducing the Top 20 Assessment Tools for Graduate Hiring! These aren't just fancy parlor tricks. 86% of companies report that using assessments improved their hiring process. Think about it: ditch the resume roulette and start making data-driven decisions about your future workforce.

Here's the deal: Traditional resumes can be a gamble. They might look impressive on paper, but do they translate to real-world skills and a cultural fit for your organization??

These assessment tools go beyond the surface. They delve into a candidate's cognitive abilities, personality traits, and even their potential for future growth.

Hiring for "Beer Buddies" or Building a Dream Team? Let's Talk Fit!

In the last edition, we read about Steve Jobs' CRAZY hack to hire rockstars - The Beer Test.

Now, we all know the struggle. You're a recruiter with years of experience, preaching the gospel of diverse hiring and avoiding bias. Then, BAM! Someone asks about hiring for "cultural fit," which often translates to "will they grab a beer with me?" at most companies.

Hitting the brakes on the "beer test!" We all know it's a bad idea. Homogeneity stifles creativity, and diversity is what fuels innovation. So, why does this question keep popping up?

Here's the thing: we haven't addressed the root cause. Hiring managers often equate "cultural fit" with finding someone they simply enjoy being around.?

Read the recipe for disaster here

Degrees gettin' dusty? Learn how the hiring game is evolving.

Forget the fancy degrees! The hiring world is buzzing with the idea of "skills over schools." This isn't just a fad - recruiters are actively searching for candidates based on their skills, not their educational background. In fact, LinkedIn data shows recruiters using skills-based searches five times more often than degree searches!

But wait, is this just talk? Are companies actually hiring more non-degreed candidates? That's the million-dollar question.

Explore the latest research and see if the "skills over schools" movement is leading to more opportunities for talented individuals, regardless of their formal education, here

Feeling the Great Resignation Squeeze? Keep Your Top Talent Thriving!

Let's face it, nobody enjoys watching their best colleagues walk out the door. But here's the thing: losing good employees is a BIG deal. Not only is it a huge emotional blow, but it can also cost your company a ton of money (think millions!).

Here's why keeping your A-players matters:

• Save Big Bucks: Employee turnover is a financial nightmare. Filling empty positions takes time, slows down projects, and can cost a small fortune!
• Keep the Machine Running Smooth: Experienced employees keep things running efficiently. Losing them means valuable knowledge walks out the door, disrupting productivity.
• Happy Employees, Happy Workplace: When employees feel valued and supported, morale soars! This leads to a more positive and engaging work environment for everyone.
• Attract the Best: Companies with high retention rates are seen as desirable workplaces. Top talent wants to be part of a stable, successful team!

Ready to turn your company into a retention abode??

Click here and get a crack at the 30 best retention strategies for your eyes only!

Finding the perfect hire is about to get WAY easier.

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