8.3.2022

The “HR in the Car” Podcast is Here, Workplace Flexibility, and More!

Alaant Advisor: The “HR in the Car” Podcast is Here, Workplace Flexibility

by Miranda March

The Alaant Advisor is our column focused on all things going on in the world of recruiting, job placement, and search. Think of it as your weekly briefing—a handy, quick guide to what's going on.

Here's what's happening this week:

The Question of the Week

via Alaant

Each week we invite you to answer our Quick Poll on all things workforce & recruiting! (Please select 1 answer below.)

Q: Is your recruitment process inclusive to various personality types (extrovert vs introvert)?

Take our quick poll now, here!

Thank you for weighing in. Check back next week for the results!

WATCH: Get Creative to Attract Employees

via Facebook

Failing to attract employees? Miriam Dushane of Alaant shares ways to sweeten the pot when you can’t offer a hybrid or remote option. Also, be sure to listen & subscribe to our new podcast, “HR in the Car” here: https://www.alaant.com/podcast. Have a question OR a comment? Leave it below.

The “HR in The Car” Podcast is Finally Here!

via Alaant

The wait is over! The "HR in the Car" podcast hosted by Alaant’s Miriam Dushane and Tom Schin is here! This exciting NEW podcast features HR professionals and business leaders sharing HR stories that you can relate to. Buckle up for the ride & listen in to our first two episodes now here and be sure to subscribe!

The Power of Pronouns: 6 Best Practices for the Workplace

By Chuck H. Shelton via Entrepreneur

At some point, many of us have accidentally misgendered someone by not using their preferred pronoun. Indeed, we may be Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practitioners, yet we have recently made this same mistake. At the moment, it can feel embarrassing…

Instead Of Hybrid, Remote Or In-Office Work Styles, This May Be A Better Option

By: Jack Kelly via Forbes

The conversations surrounding returning to work are primarily focused on hybrid, remote or in-person models. They all have their added benefits and detractions. However, there is another option that offers a potentially better balance of life and work that is mostly overlooked…

Can’t Raise Salaries to Attract Candidates? Try These 3 Things

By: Tom Schin via Alaant

As the competition for talent continues to rage, employers are regularly raising salaries to try and differentiate themselves. It makes sense, since candidates have lots of options in the current job market, and the draw of a bigger paycheck is a surefire way to attract attention…

Last Week’s QOTW Poll Results:

Q: How many employees have you made counter offers to in the last 12 months?

1-3 - 40%

4-6 - 23%

7-10 - 14%

More than 10 - 23%

While it might be tempting to extend a counter offer to your “prize employee” studies show that same employee will likely be back on the job market in 6 months. Consider this article before making that counter offer. While you may not see it now, it might be best for your business to move on and find a more talented and skilled employee who wants to work for you.

Community Events:

518 Business Connect - Virtual Networking Event - Presented by Alaant & Groff Networks - Thursday, August 11 at 11:00am-12:00pm. Register, here!

Annual Back to School Bash - School Supply Drive - Presented by In Our Own Voices, Inc., Saturday, August 20^th. 10am – 3pm. More info: event details & giving details.

Links to Leadership - 2022 Charity Golf Tournament - Proceeds to benefit to the Capital District Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC). Monday, September 12, 2022 at the Albany Country Club. Registration opens at 9:30am for 11:00am Shotgun & Clinic Start. Register, here.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit 2022 - Presented by the Capital Region Chamber on Thursday, October 6, 2022 @ 8am-12pm at the Hilton Garden Inn Troy. Reserve your spot now, here!

11th Annual Harvest Evening Celebration – This annual fundraising gala benefits The Food Pantries for the Capital District on the October 13tt at Franklin Plaza in Troy. Details, here.

About the Author

Miranda March Digital Strategist for Alaant Workforce Solutions

Miranda March, Digital Communications Specialist

Miranda has a real knack for connecting the dots between employers and job seekers. She prides herself on keeping a pulse on the national and local hiring markets. In her downtime, she enjoys cooking new foods and spending time with her family. A little-known fact about Miranda is her love of video games, new and old.

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