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STRATEGIC HIRING THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA We all have one stop when it comes to job seeking and hiring. Yes, it’s SOCIAL MEDIA (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Whatsapp, Instagram, Google hangouts, Pinterest, Snapchat and so on...), The acceptance and response is huge in such platforms. Everything gets noticed rapidly and spreads like fire. No wonder why we prefer staying updated on such social boards. Though job portals still dominate the hiring world, social media is no behind.  Using social media to hire is a little tricky and not all would be pro in that. But the results achieved are definitely worth the effort. Important aspect to consider here is that these platforms have different users and serve different purposes. As a hiring representative one should consider the demographics of users of each of these social media. It should be strategically thought when you are planning to hire from social media as the user base makes a lot of difference.  Let’s ...

Avoiding Costly Hiring Mistakes There are differing opinions out there as to how much hiring the wrong person could cost a company. We’ve heard everything from $20K to 6 month’s salary. Regardless it is EXPENSIVE. But it’s not just the monetary cost to the organization; there is also the disruption to operations and the potential for damaging team morale. Here are six BRIOS recommendations to help you avoid a hiring mistake:  Clear Job Descriptions Make sure your job description is accurate, clearly defined and up to date so that a candidate can determine if the role is right for them. Previous Mistakes Learn from previous mistakes and avoid repeating them. Ask yourself why was the last person not a good fit for the job, or why did they leave? Did you provide adequate training? Salary Assessment Use award rates as a guide but get informed on market rates to be competitive. You can use salary surveys services of BRIOS , job boards and...