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The Job Description That Will Change Your Hiring Game
In today's competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for businesses to thrive. Traditional job descriptions, often filled with lists of skills and responsibilities, ca...
Read moreUsing Generative AI in Your Job Search – Friend or Foe?
Imagine this: you're on the hunt for your dream job. You've dusted off your CV, tweaked your LinkedIn profile, and scoured job boards for weeks. But the process feels like wading through a swamp –...
Read moreLevelling the Playing Field: Overcoming Socioeconomic Bias in Hiring
The business landscape is ever-evolving; driven by globalisation, technological advancements, and shifting consumer demands. In order to thrive, businesses must cultivate a workforce that reflects ...
Read moreUnlocking the Power of a Multigenerational Workforce
The modern workplace is undergoing a revolution. No longer dominated by a single generation, our offices and teams now hum with the energy and experience of a multigenerational workforce. From tech...
Read moreNavigating the North West Talent Landscape: Key Insights for Business Leaders
The North West of England is a thriving business hub, and attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for success. But what does the current landscape actually look like? This blog post dives i...
Read moreIs Diversity and Inclusion Dead?
Is Diversity and Inclusion Dead?Ok, we admit that’s a clickbait-y title. We don’t think D&I is dead. But it has most certainly taken on a new form. First we saw the shift to DEI – diversity, equal...
Read moreUnveiling the Power of Quality Hiring in Today's Talent Market
The war for talent is real. In a recent LinkedIn survey, a staggering 54% of recruitment professionals believe that the ability to make quality hires will be the defining factor shaping the recrui...
Read moreI’ve Been a Recruiter for 26 Years – Here’s What I’ve Learnt.
Recruitment is a pretty fast-paced career. Demanding and challenging… but ultimately rewarding and lifechanging – life as a Recruiter is certainly not for everyone. One person it suits perfectly...
Read moreWhat is a Headhunter, and When Should You Engage One?
In this blog, the newest addition to the We Are Adam team, Kyrie Dale, reflects on her Recruitment career, and the differences between a Headhunter and a Recruitment Consultant. She also explores ...
Read moreCan Boomerang Employees Mitigate the Great Resignation?
In 2022, we have found ourselves in a unique position. There’s a record high of 1.3 million vacancies in the UK. Meanwhile, unemployment rates fell to 3.9% - higher than pre-pandemic levels. Attra...
Read moreHow To (Not!) Drive Away Talent
Never forget that an interview is a two-way process. Yes, you might be assessing a potential employee for their suitability for the role… but remember that they are assessing you right back.It’s e...
Read moreThe candidate rich, job poor myth
According to the ONS, unemployment is currently at 4.8%, and is forecast to continue rising as high as 6% as the Job Retention Scheme (aka furlough) winds down at the end of September. Their repor...
Read moreFinding and Selecting the Best Candidate for Your Business
We understand all too well the high costs associated with making a bad hire. It happens all too frequently, and we work with clients to make sure they get it right first time. If you aren’t worki...
Read moreWhat Recruiters wish you knew (and some things they wish you didn’t!)
If you’ve never applied via a recruitment agency before, the process can be a little confusing. Who are you applying to? Do you tailor a cover letter to the recruiter or the business? What is happ...
Read moreA Day in the Life of a Recruiter
Recruiters are up there with car salesmen and estate agents. We’re all liars and would sell our grandma if it boosted our figures. Or at least, that’s what LinkedIn would have you believe. As part ...
Read moreWhy did the candidate turn down the job?
In the past, we’ve written a blog post about why a candidate hasn’t gotten a job that they have interviewed for, utilising real feedback from real clients. However, we thought it was time to turn i...
Read moreHiring a Marketing Gem for Cutting Edge Services
Phil Turner has a wealth of experience steering business sales and marketing strategy. With a creative flair and exceptional leadership skills, he knows how to unleash the potential of his team to...
Read moreWhy False Promises Are a False Economy and the Onboarding Solution
When the work’s mounting up, it can be tempting to get someone in role and working as quickly as possible. This pressure can lead even the best managers to embellish the truth about the job or org...
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