7 Interview red flags to spot when hiring the best candidates

Hiring the right candidate is a crucial step for any organization, but interviews can sometimes feel like a guessing game. Resumes may look polished, but the interview reveals the true story. Knowing what to watch for can save you from costly hiring mistakes. Here’s a guide to identifying seven interview red flags—and tips to ensure […]

Navigating the wild world of Gen Z: Hiring tips for success

Hiring Gen Z graduates can feel like a thrilling rollercoaster—full of potential but often unpredictable. As a hiring manager, you may have noticed fresh graduates rejecting job offers at surprising rates. In fact, 64% hold out for better opportunities (Bright Network, 2017/18). If candidates keep ghosting you after the first offer, it is time to […]

Why hiring people with high EQ beats high IQ every time

The debate between emotional intelligence (EQ) and intellectual intelligence (IQ) has been ongoing for decades. While IQ might shine in solving technical problems, EQ takes the lead in building relationships, fostering collaboration, and navigating workplace challenges. Here’s why prioritising EQ when hiring can transform your team and deliver long-term results. 1. Building strong relationships Technical […]

The Ghosting Pandemic: How it is haunting the hiring process

Ghosting is not just a social media trend – it is infiltrated the professional world and wreaked havoc in recruitment. From candidates vanishing after interviews to hiring managers going radio silent, ghosting creates frustration and inefficiency at every stage of the hiring process. But what is ghosting in recruitment, why does it happen, and how […]