For job seekers, waiting to hear back after an interview can feel endless. How long should it take for a company to get back to you? Should you assume you didn't get the job? Although there isn't much you can do speed up the process, understanding some of the reasons for the delay and when you should follow up will help you determine the best way to move forward in your job search.

Few things are more frustrating for a hiring team than having a job offer rejected. In a tight labor market, candidates rejecting job offers can become more common. Although you can’t control the candidate’s decision, understanding the common reasons an offer is rejected will help you correct issues with your hiring process and reduce the chances of your jobs being turned down in the future.

The Great Resignation resulted in a surge of workers quitting their jobs. However, a recent Jobslist report found that not everyone who joined the Great Quit was happy with their decision. So how do you know it’s time to move on from a job? Consider the following factors before turning in your notice.

RedShift Recruiting is excited to welcome Dante Prinzo! Dante joins the Temporary Staffing Division as a Recruiting Manager. He specializes in helping clients find the best temporary and temp-to-hire candidates to meet their changing needs and in supporting candidates in their career journey.

The job interview is a time-honored tradition in the hiring process. But is it still relevant? Is there a better way to assess candidates? While the traditional interview has its merits, it can often fall short in accurately predicting job performance. If your business has only ever done traditional job interviews, it may be time to rethink your hiring process and identify what methods are the most effective in finding top talent.

Everything we do online leaves behind a digital footprint, and businesses are increasingly recognizing the benefits of data science and data analysis to help them make decisions and stay ahead of the competition. But what is data science, and why is it so important? More importantly, how can be used to help your business grow?

RedShift Recruiting is excited to welcome experienced recruiting professional Kevin Jantzi to the team. Kevin will be working as a Senior Recruiting & Account Manager at the Syracuse, NY branch. Kevin specializes in the placement of Intellectual Property and Patent Attorneys for top firms nationwide.

If you've never managed temporary employees before, it can be daunting. By setting clear expectations, offering appropriate training and support, and helping them feel like part of the team, you can motivate your temporary workers to do their best work and ensure they have a positive experience with your company.

In order to get the most out of your temporary or contract position, it is important to be professional and proactive. Temporary jobs can help you gain experience, learn new skills, and make connections with other professionals. Use this opportunity to enhance your career and set yourself up for success.

From faster and more flexible hiring that meets your changing needs to coverage for absent employees and specialized help with difficult projects, there are many reasons why you should consider hiring temporary employees. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of the benefits of using temps and how partnering with a temp staffing service could be the right solution to your staffing problem.

If you're looking for a job, you've probably seen ads for temporary positions or received calls from local recruiters with temp opportunities. You may be wondering whether a temp job is a good career move. While temporary work may not be your dream job, it does have numerous benefits and can be a valuable part of your career journey. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the ways temp jobs can support your short- and long-term career goals.

One of the most frustrating experiences for hiring managers is finding a great candidate and then have them stop returning calls, decline an offer at the last minute, or quit after only a few weeks. Having a better understanding of your candidates will help you create a more efficient and effective recruitment process and avoid wasting time on candidates who aren’t really interested in you.

Although technology has made it possible to do some jobs from anywhere, employers have typically been reluctant to embrace remote work options. In a tight labor market that puts the candidate in the position of power, employers will need to pay attention to employees’ preferences to compete for top talent— and that includes flexible work options.

When you're considering a job offer, it's natural to weigh the pros and cons. The decision can be especially difficult when it's a counteroffer from your current employer. If you're unhappy with your workload, stagnating from a lack of growth opportunities, or feeling unappreciated, a counteroffer isn't going to fix these problems. In fact, accepting a counteroffer can actually make them worse.

Does working with a recruiter really save you money? In fact, a good recruiter can save you both time AND money, and in more ways than you think. Although they may not show up as quantifiable items in your accounts, the savings are real when you consider all of the relevant factors and the real cost of hiring on your own.

To stay competitive and facilitate growth, many tech companies, as well as businesses in other industries, look to IT staffing agencies to help them find the top tech talent. An IT recruiter can offer a variety of benefits to your business, from saving you time and money to providing industry expertise that can keep you from making hiring mistakes.

As job seekers look for new ways to stand out and connect with hiring managers, video resumes are getting attention as a unique medium for applicants to display their personality and creativity while highlighting skills and accomplishments that aren't easily expressed in a traditional resume format. So what are video resumes and should you make one for your next job application?

If you are a professional who has been out of the workforce for two years or more, you may be feeling a bit anxious about returning. What new technologies will you need to learn? Are your skills outdated? Will employers even consider you when they see your resume gap? If you've been asking these questions, a return to work program or "returnship" may be a great opportunity for you!

In our previous blog post, Why Job Boards Don't Work, we discussed how job boards have their drawbacks. That being said, job boards can be a great resource to find candidates when used effectively. In this article, we explore why job boards tend to be more effective for recruiters than employers.

Anyone who has been a hiring manager, recruiter, or job seeker knows that finding a new job or hiring a new employee is a full-time job in itself. Job boards have been a popular resource for both job seekers and employers for decades, becoming the digital version of the classified ad and endeavoring to connect those looking for a job with those looking to fill positions. Unfortunately, the ugly truth is that job boards can be frustrating, ineffective, and a waste of time.