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“Why do you want to work for us?”
“Why do you want to work for us?” is a staple question that many employers ask candidates during an interview.
However, Alan Carty, President & CEO of Automationtechies, does not feel this question is appropriate to ask when dealing with recruited candidates.
So what should employers ask instead? In this post, Alan shares his suggested approach as well as how frequently he sees this situation actually being a problem, his thoughts on the best recruiting practices for this market, and his outlook on what 2021 will hold.
Read MoreThe Growing Use of Technology in Manufacturing
Advancements in technology are quickly changing the landscape of virtually every industry, especially that of manufacturing. Modern advances are enabling factory operators to streamline production processes, innovate at a faster pace than ever before, and deliver higher quality products to meet changing demands.
Because of the versatility of these technologies, there are a number of areas within manufacturing where the tech is being harnessed.
An infographic is included that highlights some of the current and emerging trends.
Read MoreAutomationtechies Agrees: Now is an Unprecedented Opportunity to Hire Great Talent
“Now is an unprecedented opportunity to hire great talent” may seem like an unlikely phrase to hear given the tremendous changes that are happening worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But it’s actually the title of the latest article from Claudio Fernández-Aráoz, an executive fellow at Harvard Business School, who makes a compelling case to seize the moment in hiring great people.
At Automationtechies, we agree with this observation and have experienced it first hand within our own organization and with our recruiting clients.
If your organization is equipped to hire for lasting greatness, now is the time!
Read MoreWant The Job? Avoid These 10 Resume Mistakes!
Steer clear of these resume mistakes to increase your chances of landing an interview for that great new job.
COVID-19 Has Forced a Change That Will Likely Have a Positive Long-term Effect
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, an unprecedented number of professionals are working remotely and companies are ditching their office spaces to cut costs.
Unlike most business-related COVID-caused consequences, this one actually has the potential to be a huge positive opportunity area for businesses and job seekers alike, by expanding the scope of their search — for talent and job opportunities, respectively — beyond the region of a physical office.
Has COVID-19 Shown That We’re Focused On Our Careers?
After six months, the COVID-19 crisis is still upending the daily lives of people all around the world.
For those in the workforce, the pandemic has been a time of reflection causing many to reexamine their career choice and professional goals.
In this guest post, Rodney Laws explores how changing attitudes and expectations will forever transform the way we work.
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