How Long is Too Long of a Resume?

How Long is Too Long of a Resume?

Dec 5, 2023 | Blog, Candidate Experience, Career Site

In my previous experience as a recruiter, I once received a 23-page-long resume from an Engineer. Upon calling him and requesting a shorter version, I discovered he had been advised by previous recruiters to include all his experiences and skills to improve his chances of landing a job. However, I explained that my managers typically only delve into the summary and the most recent job details.

 

The reality is, that resumes aren’t read; they’re skimmed over. Recruiters look for keywords, locations, job titles, and the first few bullet points.  But with AI, resumes are digested, analyzed, and can be summarized in seconds. As more AI Chatbots evolve, it seems that the zero-shot model can learn from textual descriptions with zero training. Therefore, when it comes to AI and analyzing resumes, possibly a multipage resume is beneficial for the learning model.  

 

So, here’s the question now that AI is here and will be doing the recruiting (ahem) tedious recruiting tasks, does resume length even matter? And, does the length of a resume significantly impact a candidate’s chances? It appears that a shorter version might be more effective in catching the recruiter’s attention, but too short of a resume and AI platforms might exclude them from other qualified ones.

 

Improve the Candidate Experience Using Facebook Chat on Your Company Career Site

Improve the Candidate Experience Using Facebook Chat on Your Company Career Site

Jul 24, 2023 | Blog, Career Site

The job market is inundated with applicants, and the candidate experience is often at an all-time low due to the lack of responses and the dreaded ATS blackhole. To address this issue, what if your recruiters utilized a chatbot to communicate with jobseekers? In this blog post, we explore the key ways the Facebook Chat plugin can improve the candidate experience and help bridge the gap between applicants and employers.

  1. Providing Personalization: While chatbots have their uses, they can’t match the personalized touch that real-time chat with a recruiter can offer. By engaging in live chat on your career site, candidates feel valued and understood, making them more enthusiastic about potential opportunities.
  2. Building Trust: Two-way communication with candidates through the Facebook Chat plugin humanizes the recruitment process and builds trust. Candidates appreciate timely updates, and the instant response feature of the chat plugin ensures they receive the information they need promptly.
  3. Guiding Candidates: Real-time chat can be a game changer when it comes to assisting candidates who face obstacles during the application process. Quick help and support keep candidates motivated and reduce their frustrations.
  4. Sharing Company Insights: By chatting with knowledgeable recruiters, candidates can gain valuable insights into your company’s culture, values, benefits, and open roles. This interaction fosters a deeper connection with potential candidates.
  5. Reviewing Chat History: The ability to review chat transcripts provides valuable insights into frequently asked questions and pain points for candidates. This knowledge allows you to refine your recruitment process and improve candidate interactions further.
  6. Qualifying Leads: Engaging interested visitors in live chat enables recruiters to qualify leads based on their needs and interests. This ensures that the right candidates are matched with the appropriate opportunities.

Conclusion: In today’s challenging job market, jobseekers deserve more than automated “thank you” notifications after applying. Integrating the Facebook Chat plugin on your career site can significantly enhance the candidate experience during the job search process and positively impact your employer brand. Don’t miss the opportunity to set a new standard for candidate interactions. Install the Facebook Chat plugin today and witness the difference it makes in your recruitment process. Learn more about the plugin here and take your candidate experience to new heights.

 

The Power of Unleashing Employee Before and After Stories

The Power of Unleashing Employee Before and After Stories

Jul 20, 2023 | Blog, Employer Branding

Stop. Collaborate and listen. Let me tell you, there’s a goldmine waiting to be tapped. We’re talking about showcasing unity and acceptance through the awe-inspiring narratives of before and after employee stories. Stories about employees who faced struggles within their companies but emerged victorious through perseverance (sounds like the Office plotline).  Employer branding has the power to revolutionize storytelling strategies and showcase a genuine commitment to unity and acceptance.

 

How you ask?

 

When employees bare their souls, sharing their struggles, triumphs, and moments of self-realization, a connection is made with others especially candidates. It’s like a relatable and captivating narrative unfolds before our eyes, leaving a lasting impact on both current and potential employees. These stories offer a glimpse into the reality of working within an organization, showcasing the challenges individuals face but then showing how they grew and became better from it.  By weaving together honesty, experience, and personal battles, these stories transcend their marketing purpose and become a wellspring of inspiration and knowledge for others. Okay, that sounds a little corny, but it’s true! The authenticity they exude fosters a sense of connection and belonging, that resonates with employees and candidates.

 

I know look.  It’s always been about flaunting the company’s achievements and successes, painting the organization as the almighty hero. But it’s getting old. Nobody really cares about why someone came to work for your company. And Employer Brand managers are to blame. They’ve….ahem…we’ve been trying to lure “top talent” with tales of opportunity, hard work, and glorious rewards. Far too often, leaders push for content that shines the spotlight on the company’s accomplishments, sidelining the personal experiences that audience would like learn from. Yet, the stories that leave a lasting impact are the ones that shed light on those moments when employees felt like they didn’t belong and when acceptance seemed out of reach. It’s time to shift the focus. Let’s redirect that spotlight from the company to the employee. It’s time to embrace a more genuine, relatable narrative.

 

Let’s move beyond showcasing boring-ass-same-old company achievements and tap into true stories of employees finding their way. By shining a light on experiences of not feeling accepted and then the journey to overcome the obstacles,  employer branding becomes a catalyst for cultivating a culture of empathy, support, and genuine connection. It’s time to embrace and promote those before and after stories that breathe authenticity, empathy, and growth. In doing so, organizations send a resounding message of their unyielding commitment to unity, acceptance, and the creation of a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. Are you ready to harness the immense power of these narratives? I know I am.