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VETS-4212 Final Rule Published in the Federal Register
Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the publishing of a Final Rule that reduces reporting requirements for federal contractors and subcontractors who hire and employ veterans under provisions of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance...
HOW TO: Create Employment Brand Videos on a Budget
Consider the cost of making the wrong hire. In an online article posted on HumanResources.about.com, “The U.S. Department of Labor calculates that it costs one-third of a new hire’s annual salary to replace him. These figures include money spent on recruitment,...
2014 DirectEmployers Member Awards: Submit Your Work
Every day, our Members juggle multiple Affirmative Action Plans, career site launches, employer branding campaigns, veteran hiring initiatives, OFCCP audits and more with limited budgets and resources. Most of the time, these efforts go unnoticed.
It’s time for a change and our chance to divvy out a little recognition, regardless of company size or budget. DirectEmployers would like to acknowledge and share your hard work via the DirectEmployers Member Awards Competition.
Why You Shouldn’t Be Frugal On Your Recruitment Budget
The recruitment process is tough. Really tough. There is competition at every turn, making each candidate feel like they are walking through a shiny, branded, field of recognizable companies. However, to you the employer on a staffing quest, it looks like a minefield,...
Attracting Top Talent Via A Distinguishable Online Brand
It is getting more and more difficult for brands to stand out when trying to attract top talent. In fact, in a recent study conducted by Universum, over 50% of respondents stated their biggest challenge in attracting talent is differentiation. The Internet is the...
Disability Employment Benchmarking Data
The new Section 503 regulations require federal contractors to conduct an annual utilization analysis and assessment of problem areas, and establish specific action-oriented programs to address any identified problems. There’s never been a better time to consider...
Recognition Opportunity for Disability Employment
The White House is seeking nominations for its Champion of Change for Disability. They’re seeking innovators who are breaking down barriers to the middle class by providing employment opportunities for workers with disabilities, including workers with significant...
More than Selfies and Food – How Instagram Can Benefit Employers
Has your company explored incorporating Instagram into your social media strategy? Consider this: 25% of the Fortune 500 have Instagram accounts, so if you haven’t, it’s definitely worth a second thought. As mentioned in my last couple of blog posts, our marketing...
Lights, Camera…Branding!
The following guest blog post was written by Bill Fowles, Talent Acquisition Manager at Member company ABB. Yes-Your Brand Matters Most talent acquisition leaders agree in our need to drive our employer brands. As talent acquisition professionals, we know the...
What You Ought to Know About Responsive Design For Career Sites
Do you have a mobile optimized job listings page? If you are a Member of DirectEmployers or own a My.jobs Microsite you do! Our Digital Strategists often breeze over the fact that our sites are built with a responsive design, but this feature deserves more emphasis on...
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