At Blue Signal, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, and valued—both in the workplace and throughout the hiring process. During Pride Month, we’re reflecting on one of our most meaningful internal initiatives: our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Pride Forum. This initiative coincided with Pride Month and was focused on enhancing our understanding […]
Top 5 Recruitment Trends for 2023
As we settle into the new year, the job market continues to evolve, and hiring managers are adapting to new recruitment trends to attract the best talent. At Blue Signal, we recognize the importance of staying up to date with the latest industry knowledge to help our clients source top talent in even the most […]
Why Employees Quit: Top Reasons and How Recruiters Can Help
Over the last year, more companies have seen employees quit than ever. The collective movement of workers voluntarily leaving their jobs, coined the Great Resignation, began in 2021 as a response to wage stagnation, rising cost of living, and job dissatisfaction – and has continued well into 2022. The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported […]
Closing the Confidence Gap
While the world of work has been making strides to make it a more equitable place for women and minorities, it’s still not where it should be – but maybe not for the reason you think. Despite the rise of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, corporate responsibility, fair hiring practices, and an emphasis on […]
How To Create an Inclusive Remote Workplace for People with Disabilities
Working remotely can be an accommodating arrangement for many employees, including people with disabilities. With its plethora of benefits, remote work is becoming a top hiring trend for 2022. Many thriving businesses are adopting this change, but are finding that creating an inclusive remote workplace for people with disabilities has its own unique challenges. This […]
The 5 Recruiting Metrics Every Business Should Measure
Hiring is one of the most important business decisions any company can make. However, many companies are unsure where to start when it comes to talent acquisition and often overlook key recruiting metrics. Hiring blindly can lead to poor candidate support, turnover, and lost recruiting dollars. In 2021, a bad hire was estimated to cost […]
How to Approach DEI with a Remote Workforce
Over the last two years, businesses have shifted to a remote or hybrid work model as a result of the pandemic. Remote work has sky-rocketed in priority among job seekers, proving to be a top hiring trend that’s here to stay. Similarly, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has increased in priority for candidates. Recent studies […]
Blue Signal Women of the Workplace 2021 Year in Review
Blue Signal’s own female empowerment initiative, BSS Women of the Workplace, has just concluded its best year yet! Founded in 2019, BSS WOW has not only impacted those within the organization, but also the greater community as a whole. With the mission of “promoting the education, connection, and empowerment of women (and those who support […]
Recruiting Across Different Generations
The Generational Divide: Recruiting Employees Across Different Generations Today’s workforce currently includes four generations: Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Gen Z. With so many differing ideals and motivators, avoiding conflict and fostering cohesion between these age groups is essential. To create a robust and diverse workplace, examine your recruitment process, job advertising, employee benefits […]
2021 Jobs on the Rise: How 2020 Shaped New Trends and Created a Surge In Demand
As we settle into 2021, it has become evident how much has shifted in the workforce – especially considering what jobs are in demand. 2020, the year of unprecedented times, has brought us a completely new list of roles and industries that are rapidly hiring and ready to be capitalized on. Diversity and inclusion consulting […]
