Recruiting Strategy

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At CareerPlug, we like to keep our finger on the pulse of recruitment trends – the good, the bad, and the ugly. One piece of feedback

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Last updated: 10-1-2026 Interviews can be nerve-racking for both the candidate and the interviewer. Both parties want to make a good first impression and to represent

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In our annual Recruiting Metrics Report, the highest-quality applicants did not come from job boards, they came from referrals. That is why effective employee referral programs

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Take an inside look at CareerPlug’s hiring process. See how our hiring process has evolved, what steps you should complete before you post your job, and
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As the Hispanic community continues to grow, demand for top bilingual employees is sure to grow with it. How can you stay competitive when attracting and
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What is a one-way video interview? It’s the screening step where a candidate records video answers alone, with nobody on the other end. Technology has genuinely

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Any business knows how important reviews are for their brand. Reviews give customers a clearer idea of the products or services they’re purchasing and help them

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The ultimate goal of every hiring process is to find the right person for your team. In the best case scenario, you will have several candidates

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Throughout 2021, businesses across the country have been reopening at a steady pace, but it’s clear the pandemic has changed the job market as we once

Who’s On Your Bus?

This might be the most important question you ask yourself this year. There are three essential components of a successful...

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