Happy Friday! Take a look at this week’s must read articles for recruiters, hiring managers and everyone in between:
2022 State Minimum Wage Increases Map (Read @ HR Daily Advisor)
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the current federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, but the FLSA does not supersede any state or local laws that are more favorable to employees. Therefore, if a state or municipality has a minimum wage that is higher than the federal minimum, employers subject to the state or local minimum wage law are obligated to pay the higher rate to employees working there.
4 Common Ways Companies Alienate People with Disabilities (Read @ HBR)
Every day, business leaders make seemingly small but meaningful mistakes that leave a large population of users with disabilities out in the cold. Companies are aware that they should be prioritizing the accessibility of their product — and in turn the inclusiveness of their brand — in order to maximize their reach and value.
Getting Hiring Managers Engaged in iRecruit
An iRecruit account can include Administrators, Recruiters, and Hiring Managers. These three different roles are available within the account. Recruiter is a secondary role to the Admin. Recruiters can do everything, but they cannot make Administrative changes. Hiring Manager is the most restricted role, limited to see ONLY applicants and candidates who submit applications for their assigned positions.
If You Think the Great Resignation Is Bad, Just Wait Until January (Read @ Inc.)
Year-end can come with holiday presents, parties, and year-end bonuses. It’s also quite normal to do annual pay increases effective at the first of the new year. These things are all good, but it may impact what the Great Resignation looks like at your office.
Insights from the Experts in Recruiting and Talent Acquisition (Read @ Lead with Indeed)
Indeed’s Field Studies series covers the skills every recruiter needs, from identifying talent and building relationships to productivity and looking to the future. In the first installment of Field Studies: Quick Tips, we covered recruiter productivity hacks. Next, we envision the future of recruiting — and what resources help recruiters stay ahead of the curve.
Getting Hiring Managers Engaged in iRecruit
An iRecruit account can include Administrators, Recruiters, and Hiring Managers. These three different roles are available within the account. Recruiter is a secondary role to the Admin. Recruiters can do everything, but they cannot make Administrative changes. Hiring Manager is the most restricted role, limited to see ONLY applicants and candidates who submit applications for their assigned positions.
8 Go-To Strategies for Sourcing Underrepresented Talent (Read @ LinkedIn)
One way job candidates determine whether your company truly values diversity: They look at who you’ve already hired. They look for a diverse makeup among current employees and your company’s leaders. But you won’t have a well-represented employee base unless you have a diverse slate of candidates to choose from.
Why Jim Cramer Thinks Small Business Owners Can Do More Hiring Than Firing In 2022 (Read @ Entrepreneur)
When I look at small, private businesses,” says Jim Cramer, “I love to hear expansion plans. It is so exciting to me to hear expansion plans.” He believes the future will be full of expansion.
Verified First Named Top Pre-employment Screening Leader on HRO Today’s 2021 Baker’s Dozen List
We are so excited to announce that Verified First made the 2021 HRO Today Baker’s Dozen List for best Overall Midsize Program Pre-employment Screening Leaders!
About iRecruit
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