DE Talk Unplugged: Improving Disability Outcomes
Season two of the DE Talk podcast covered a variety of topics ranging from AI-driven talent acquisition technologies and professional development to recruitment marketing and military caregivers, and so many great conversations were had! With our final episode of the...
DE Talk | Disability Education & Accessibility: Overcoming the Digital Divide
Season 2 • Episode 2
When hitting a roadblock, Janet Fiore’s motto is always, “We can figure this out,” and that’s precisely what she did in the realm of disability education. Having a fear of getting it wrong or trying to figure out where to start was a challenge, and the results often lead to overcompensating or overreaching. Janet has cultivated a safe space for learners in The Sierra Group’s DisabilityEtiquette© course and DisabilityRecruiter© Certification. During this podcast, Janet discusses her initial draw to assistive technology, the work of The Sierra Group and its foundation and role in the disability space, and how employers can remove the obstacles to have a fully inclusive workforce.
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Work from Home: A Game-Changer for Individuals with Disabilities
The onset of the coronavirus left workers everywhere grappling to deal with the “new normal” of working from home, but for individuals with disabilities (IWDs), the change has been a welcome improvement and has subsequently led to enhanced work conditions and morale...
DE Talk Unplugged: Career Site Accessibility
With the unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities almost double that of the unemployment rate for individuals without a disability, dedicated hiring initiatives have become a focus for employers of all size and federal contractor status. Of course,...DE Talk | Invisible Disabilities with Haley Moss
Season 1 • Episode 1
With October being National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), we really wanted to hit home with invisible disabilities in the workplace. I sat down with Haley Moss to start a conversation about workplace obstacles, triumphs, and the neurodiverse community.
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Fresh from the Roost: August 2019
New month, new career sites! Last month the Recruit Rooster team was extra busy, cranking out a whole new carton of golden eggs–a full dozen to be exact! From brand new career site launches to rebrands and featured career pages, they have the creativity and support...
Fresh From the Roost: November
The year is wrapping up, but our Roosters are holding steady and successfully helped a whole new flock of Members expand upon their recruitment marketing efforts last month. From complete re-brands to feature upgrades, our team is dedicated to listening to employers’...
AI, Diversity Hiring & Much More | A DEAM18 Agenda Overview
With just over three months to the kickoff of DirectEmployers 2018 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM18), the excitement is building as we anticipate the gathering of our Members and industry friends at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle for another great...