With more Generation Z (Gen Z) members entering the workforce each year, businesses are noticing a shift in what members of this age group want from their employers compared to previous generations. It’s predicted that “Gen Z will transform and disrupt the workplace more than any generation,” states Mark Beal, an assistant professor of professional…
Since joining the Acara team in 2007, Christiana, now Director of Operational Excellence, has worn many hats and advanced within the organization. Thinking she was destined for a career in government as a college student, Christiana quickly realized her strengths made her better suited for workplace politics. In the latest edition of our “All in…
Recruitment is the top priority of 46 percent of HR leaders. Ask the right questions Acara emphasizes the importance of a candidate-centered approach to recruitment, where the recruiter takes the time to understand the candidate’s preferences, goals, and requirements before discussing or selling a job opportunity. When starting a conversation with candidates, ask exploratory questions…
In today’s job market, using artificial intelligence (AI) in the hiring process has become increasingly common. As a job seeker, it can feel like AI is taking control and leaving you with limited influence over the outcome. However, there are ways to navigate the AI-powered recruiting landscape and enhance your chances of success. By leveraging…
Since joining Acara as a Corporate Recruiter almost 18 years ago, Ryan has been a guiding force behind his team’s and our company’s growth. His keen sense of the workforce solutions industry has helped him identify opportunities for improvement and solutions to increase Acara’s industry presence and ensure his clients’ long-term success. In the latest…
As the economy wavers and talent attraction remains an issue, organizations face numerous challenges in 2023. These include: Increased competition for top talent in certain industries making it more challenging for companies to find the best candidates for their open positions. The ongoing economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic is causing many companies to be…
In this blog, Acara Solutions helps job seekers understand why they might consider new career opportunities, how to enhance their resumes, and more. What are some reasons people are looking for new jobs? Job hopping—when a person only works at one place for a year or two and then decides to move on—has become much more…
Recruitment fraud is a crime that involves the creation of fictitious job opportunities using trusted brands to perpetrate scams, preying on unsuspecting victims seeking employment. These scams often occur through various online channels—such as fraudulent websites, LinkedIn profiles, text messages, emails, and online instant messaging interviews—claiming to represent a company. These deceptive messages aim to…
Since its inception, higher education has been crucial in shaping individuals, fostering critical thinking, and contributing to societal progress. The history of higher education in the United States dates back to 1636 and is marked by a continuous evolution and adaptation to societal needs, changing knowledge landscapes, and advancements in teaching and learning methods. There…
In the past, discussing salary at the office and in social settings was considered taboo. However, organizations now realize that today’s workers expect salary information to be easily accessible. Pay transparency is growing in popularity and is now a legal requirement in several states. What is pay transparency? Pay transparency is the degree to which…
