Hiring the right people is one of the most critical decisions a business can make. However, when that decision goes wrong, the consequences can be more severe than you might expect. A bad hire doesn’t just drain financial resources—it can disrupt team productivity, damage company culture, and even tarnish your brand’s reputation. According to a […]
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 […]
Evaluating Your Executive Hiring Process: From Inquiry Through Offer
In a recent interview Tim Ryan (U.S. Chairman, PwC) stated “The war for talent is over. Talent won.”; in addition, The US economy added a whopping 517,000 jobs in January. So where does that leave your executive hiring process and strategies? With countless options available to job seekers—from associates to executives—companies must provide a positive […]
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 […]
Become a Dominant Hybrid Workforce by Leveraging Your Recruiter
In this digital age, many companies are turning to virtual recruiting to help supplement an increasingly remote and hybrid workforce. Several top companies have started the switch, recognizably Ford, Citigroup, Microsoft, and Spotify. With the pandemic driving an immediate need, we’ve accelerated global digitization on a large scale. However, it’s leading many in management to […]
How To: Negotiate a Flexible Schedule During a Job Interview
Updated research shows that 55% of global businesses offer some capacity for remote work. Since the pandemic, workers have been redefining work/life balance and targeting opportunities with a flexible schedule. It has now become extremely important for companies to loosen the reins on what a typical employee’s work schedule and location look like. Remote work, […]
The Importance of Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
In industries such as ours – recruiting, talent acquisition, human capital – we are in a unique position to influence hiring trends. We have the power to represent candidates that otherwise may have gone unseen. From the top down, there is an issue of representation and inclusion within all industry verticals. As of May 2020, […]
New Hire Checklist, Ensuring Retention and Engagement
Ever thought that there ought to be some sort of guide on hiring? No one truly prepares you for the responsibilities you will undertake after finding a good candidate. You’ve made the right hire, but now what? Blue Signal might have your solution! Read on for a comprehensive new hire checklist that can help take […]
How to Use Social Media to Land a Job
In some form or another, almost everyone you know uses social media as a way to connect with others. In fact, there are 3.725 billion (and rising) active social media users. According to recent studies, people have an average of 8.5 social media accounts. Although many take advantage of the connections made through social platforms, […]
“Why Haven’t I Heard Back from My Interviewer?”
“Why haven’t I heard back from my interviewer?” This is one of the most common questions asked by candidates. According to a CareerBuilder study, as many as 75% of applicants say they never hear back from companies they have applied for. Companies looking for help are companies that need help, and their lack of communication […]
