As a woman-owned business that partners with quickly-scaling tech companies to help them hire strong teams, Creative Alignments is well aware of the fact that barely 25% of workers in the technology sector are women. Yes, this is up from 8% in 1970, but there is a lot of progress yet to make, especially when…
Human nature drives us to search for purpose in life. We long for a sense of direction and fulfillment. Given that we spend a large majority of our lives working, combined with how much help the world needs right now, millions of people are acting on this hard-wired human pursuit for impact by seeking careers that align…
This article was first published on Inc.com and was written by Peggy Shell, CEO of Creative Alignments. You may have experienced someone trying to fake their way through an interview. Perhaps they embellished skills and education, provided family members as references, or even faked a drug test. But have you heard about truly fake candidates? The phenomenon is…
“Hiring is a cinch right now,” said no one lately. Nearly every thriving business is having a hard time finding the new employees they desperately need and keeping the ones they already have. Regardless of the reasons, you can do things right now to attract and retain employees in this challenging labor market. Think of this…
Recruiters at Creative Alignments come from all different backgrounds. Some have years of experience working as traditional contingency recruiters. Others have been in-house recruiters and many have deep industry experience in technology, food/CPG or professional services. Now working with Creative Alignments’ Time-Based Recruiting, they have one thing in common: an appreciation for the way this…
Hiring is time-consuming, starting with the daunting task of screening resumes. Short of having a recruiter do this work for you, here are simple ways you can set up your search to put some of the work in the candidate’s court. Being intentional and strategic about writing the job description, choosing where you post your…
As if hiring and interviewing were not hard enough. COVID-19 has necessitated additional layers of planning, safety precautions, technology needs and potentially awkward conversations for both employers and candidates. While many companies are able to conduct virtual interviews during these unusual times, and even start new employees in a virtual workplace, others need to conduct in-person interviews…
With record-high unemployment, employers are now bombarded with an abundance of applicants. Screening countless resumes for open jobs can be time-consuming and very frustrating, especially when you don’t find the right candidates. Crafting a well-written job description will help you attract more qualified applicants and discourage those who are not so qualified. Get Clear on What You…
What is the best recruiting option for your business’s unique needs? See how Creative Alignments’ Time-Based Recruiting compares to other recruiting options to save you money and provide a better recruiting experience. Why work with Creative Alignments vs. a traditional contingency recruiter? With Time-Based Recruiting, you only pay for the time it takes to find…
You’re really good at your job, but the time and energy it takes to add talent to your team can heap on loads of stress. As a hiring manager, you already have too much on your plate and a lot at stake. Most likely, recruiting is not your area of expertise. If this sounds like a…
