18 Employee Engagement Ideas That Work for Early-Career Talent
Engaging early-career talent requires more than generic onboarding — it demands intentional strategies that foster growth, ownership, and connection from day one. This article presents 18 proven employee engagement ideas, backed by insights from industry experts who have successfully implemented these approaches in their organizations. From structured mentorship programs to hands-on project assignments, these tactics […]
How can an employee turn a part-time, seasonal job into a full-time, permanent gig or freelance career?
Transforming a temporary position into a lasting career opportunity requires strategic planning and exceptional performance, according to industry professionals. This practical guide reveals proven methods for standing out in seasonal roles by solving critical problems and demonstrating measurable value to employers. Experts share fifteen actionable approaches that help workers become indispensable team members while building […]
Weak early career job market due less to AI and more to remote work, U.S. economic and foreign policy
For decades, the path from college to a career was clear. A student went to a university, studied hard, picked a major, and graduated. Shortly after walking across the stage, they found a job. More importantly, that job usually matched what they studied. This was the traditional deal between young people and employers. If we […]
The invisible pay cut: What new grads need to know about the true cost of commuting | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep97
If you entered the workforce during the era of remote work, the recent push back to the office comes with a sneaky financial trap: the “invisible pay cut.” Did you know the average U.S. worker spends 223 hours—nearly six unpaid 40-hour workweeks—commuting every year? That lost time is valued at approximately $8,158 annually! For recent […]
3 job search tips for college grads
By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com If you recently tossed your graduation cap in the year after years of hard work, dedication and late night study sessions, this article celebrates you–congratulations on your huge achievement! Let’s take a moment to shine a spotlight on job security. According to Monster’s 2026 State of the Graduate […]
3 ways employers and TA tech vendors are likely to trigger massive fines under the new EU AI Act
We published an article a few weeks ago about the impact of the European Union Artificial Intelligence Act on job boards, applicant tracking systems, and other talent acquisition technology that ranks, scores, and matches candidates against job openings. To help better understand the new requirements, we reached out to Ruth Jennifer Tan, the founder and […]
The new EU AI Act requires employers to be transparent with job applicants
We published an article a few weeks ago about the impact of the European Union Artificial Intelligence Act on job boards, applicant tracking systems, and other talent acquisition technology that ranks, scores, and matches candidates against job openings. To help better understand the new requirements, we reached out to James Cranwell, head of product at 5app, an […]
Do EU job boards have the burden of proving they don’t discriminate against protected groups?
We published an article a few weeks ago about the impact of the European Union Artificial Intelligence Act on job boards, applicant tracking systems, and other talent acquisition technology that ranks, scores, and matches candidates against job openings. Today, we’re going to spend a little time discussing not just whether the EU AI Act applies […]
Reimaging how we schedule interviews and create world-class candidate experiences | High Volume Hiring Podcast | ep126
Months ago, we saw a post on LinkedIn from recruiting extraordinaire Amy Miller then of Amazon and now of Portal Space Systems. In the post, Amy asked why we can track a pizza delivery from Domino’s but ATS don’t allow candidates to track where they’re at in the hiring process. Today’s guest on the High […]
Top 10 mistakes that job boards make | ep137
The mad scientist of online recruiting a/k/a Chris Russell of RecTech Media / Job Board Secrets is the guest on today’s episode of the Inside Job Boards and Recruitment Marketplaces Podcast. Peter M. Zollman of the AIM Group is back from his fantastic vacation exploring some of the fantastic islands between Scotland and Iceland. Together […]