Recruiting Strategies

How do I reopen my small business after COVID-19?

For small businesses hit hard by Covid-19, the thought of reopening probably brings much-needed hope and a sense of relief. But before doing anything, you need a solid small business COVID-19 reopening plan. You may have had to cut back or ramp up staff, change protocols and procedures, move to a virtual platform, or close down […]

Reopening after COVID-19: What companies need to know

As the nation begins reopening after COVID-19, companies need to have a smart game plan to protect their employees, customers, and their businesses. It’s not just about following new regulations and safety practices (although that’s important). Reopening safely requires that you bring all of your stakeholders to the table to plan for your immediate and long-term […]

How to find candidates with the crossover skills you need

With Covid-19 lockdowns and slow re-openings, many employers have had to make the difficult decision to lay off or furlough part or all of their workforces. While this is a tough reality, it can also present a silver lining and opportunity for some businesses that are still hiring to consider workers who’ve been made unemployed […]

Hiring veterans: 5 things you should know

Hiring veterans isn’t just good for our military—it’s good for companies who want to add talented and extremely qualified workers to their staff. Veterans of the U.S. military offer unique and diversified skill sets that make them ideal candidates for businesses looking to hire. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there are […]

Scott Gutz on how Monster is helping during COVID-19

Monster Worldwide CEO, Scott Gutz, appeared on ABC7 Los Angeles, on the station’s “Solutions SoCal Jobs” segment. During the interview Scott discussed tips and advice for job candidates on remote interviewing (hint: wear pants!) and which industries are hiring today, including potential temp work to make ends meet.

Keeping your talent pipeline warm during a hiring freeze

Just a few months ago, many recruiters were faced with a talent shortage. Today, it’s a completely different job market, with many talented professionals out of work and recruitment professionals faced with a hiring freeze. The conundrum is that recruiters might not be in a position to do any hiring right now. But that doesn’t mean […]

Video interview tips for employers

Companies around the world are making adjustments to keep their employees and customers safe and slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). From a hiring standpoint, this means that many recruiters and hiring managers are changing the way they conduct job interviews. While video interviews surely aren’t a new concept, some recruiters and hiring managers may […]

Recruitment planning after a crisis

In the midst of a pandemic, it’s hard to remember that at some point, the economy will come online again and companies will have to resume hiring—and in many cases, hire for spots that were vacated during the crisis. It’s going to be a big swing, from an economy with talent scarcity to one with […]

Why mental health and wellness are so important to your recruitment strategy

Work stress is no joke, and it’s on the minds of today’s job seekers. In fact, 1 in 3 candidates shared in Monster’s latest State of the Candidate survey  that their jobs are having a negative impact on their mental health and wellness. Candidates revealed that the source of their mental/emotional distress at work most often […]

Employer and small business guide to the CARES Act

The CARES Act, signed into law in response to the coronavirus pandemic, includes $2 trillion in assistance to households and businesses, $349 billion available to assist small businesses through the Small Business Administration (SBA), expanding unemployment insurance benefits, allocating $500 billion to the Treasury fund, creating a Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses, and granting […]