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Should You Accept a Counteroffer? The Pros and Cons

If you're finding yourself considering a new role or opportunity, a counter-offer scenario may not be one you’re anticipating, but its more common than you might think. While it may seem like a good deal, there are several risks associated with accepting.

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How Stand Out From The AI Content Tsunami

Everybody knows AI like ChatGPT is a gamechanger. Generative AI is revolutionizing the job application process and everybody and their grandmother is getting in on it. So, in a sea of AI generated content, what can you do to stand out from the tsunami?

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10 Ways To Celebrate Administrative Professionals Day

While staff appreciation and celebration are something that should be practiced regularly, Administrative Professionals’ Day represents an important opportunity to show special thanks to the administrative professionals on our teams. Here are some ideas to help you plan the festivities at your office.

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Top 3 Recruitment Trends 2023

With tumultuous times never far behind in the rear-view mirror, 2023 is poised to be another challenge as inflation and labour shortages continue to push the economy toward a recession.

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The Benefits of Working with a Recruitment Firm

We all understand that recruitment firms assist both employers and job seekers to identify the ideal candidate for open positions. However, few people know all the additional advantages of partnering with a recruitment firm. Here are five benefits you can get expect when using a recruitment office's professional services.

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Under-rated Soft Skills That Get You Promoted

Our capacity to learn and use soft talents, such as a EQ and a positive attitude, will determine what we personally and professionally can achieve in today's competitive work climate. Here are six soft skills that can help you succeed in your career long-term in the contemporary workplace.

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Workforce Solution Offerings

At Specialized Recruiting Group, we offer a variety of workforce solutions catered to your organization’s specific needs. In this article, you can find information about Contract Hire, Direct Hire, and our Engaged Search services.

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Case Study: The VETS Group

In early 2022 Sean originally reached out to Melissa VanWart (Client Development Manager) after he and his team experienced a few unsuccessful internal hires for key roles within the company. He had gotten to know Melissa over the years, as she continually worked to build a relationship with him while gaining a proactive understanding of his business.

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How Recruitment and Human Resources Work Together

A question raised from time to time is, "why hire a recruiter when we already have a human resources department"? This article will show this is the wrong question to ask. Instead, the question should be, how can a recruiter help the HR team by taking away work that allows them to focus on what they are talented at?

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Contingent Search or Engaged Search: Which is better?

One of the critical differentiators between Contingent and Engaged Search is compensation timing. The recruitment firm is paid after the candidate is placed during a contingent search. This timing makes contingent search more effective for larger candidate pools. Contingent search is often employed for lower to mid-level positions with general requirements and less specialized skill sets.

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