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Creating Talent Acquisition Plans
with Appreciative Inquiry
Want to write a talent acquisition plan and not quite sure where to start? Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a tool you can use to manage the process. AI focuses on identifying what is working well, analyzing why it is working well, and then doing more of it.
The Secret to Enhancing Creativity
Do you feel challenged in your problem-solving abilities? Is inspiration hard to find when you have to develop a work plan, write a report, or craft a policy? If it’s time for you to take on more responsibilities or do the work you love in a new place, are you reluctant to take the... see more
The Secret to Enhancing Creativity
In the last issue of Recruitment News You Can Use, we delved into what it means to do creative recruitment advertising. We explained how creative recruitment ads can capture the attention of job seekers and looked at some examples. In this issue, we explore ways to tap into our creativity. It turns out, there is one simple thing anyone can do in just minutes a day to enhance their creative abilities...
The New Colossus
Nationwide Public Sector Jobs honors those in cities and counties across the United States who work to provide refuge and welcome to exiles and immigrants. We share Emma Lazarus's 1883 poem "The New Colossus" along with our sincere wishes for a safe and happy Independence Day!
The More You Know Minute: Defining “Continuous” and “Open Until Filled”
Ever wondered why recruitment ads sometimes list “Continuous” or “Open Until Filled” apply-by dates? The latter is clearer. “Open Until Filled” means that hiring managers leave the job posted until a candidate has been selected. But the former can mean one of two things.
What Makes Recruitment Advertising Work (Part II)
In our last issue, we reviewed how we do recruitment advertising and what makes it effective. We presented a mnemonic device to help us remember the elements of good advertising: ICMIC, which stands for Impactful, Creative, Memorable, Informative, and Clear. This week we explore ways to make recruitment advertising more Creative.
What Makes Recruitment Advertising Work (Part I)
Feel as if you spend more time searching for people than working on programs to train and keep the staff you’ve already hired? It might be time to review how you’re doing recruitment advertising and what makes it effective.
Volunteer to Gain New Skills…and Good Vibes
Have you ever wondered what advice seasoned public servants give most often to those who want to work in government? Volunteer. Volunteering is an act of generosity that turns out to have a lot of personal benefits.
Better Options Than Quiet Quitting
Is quiet quitting the only way to address job dissatisfaction? No, and as it turns out, there is a lot to gain by being proactive about your job concerns. Here are some things you can do instead of quiet quitting.