Honesty is the best Policy in your job search The Lies We Tell: Why honesty is the Best Policy in Your Job Search (A Recruiter’s Rant) As a recruiter, I spend countless hours sifting through CVs and interviewing candidates. Ideally, this should be an exciting part of the process – finding the perfect match for a company and a candidate. But all too often, it turns into a frustrating exercise in unravelling embellished truths and outright lies. Let’s be clear: 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗩 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱.📞 For Recruiters: It wastes our time and resources. We meticulously sift through 100’s of CVs, screen applications, and schedule interviews – only…
IT Recruitment Agency of the Year 2024 – Southern Africa DataTech Recruitment, a top professional services company that focuses on Executive Search, Headhunting and Recruitment, is glad to share the news that it has been recognized as the IT Recruitment Agency of the Year 2024 – Southern Africa by AI Business Excellence Awards. The AI Business Excellence Awards hold great prestige in the business world, honouring excellence attained across different business sectors and areas. Among many strong contenders, DataTech Recruitment was declared winner in the IT Recruitment Agency section for Southern Africa this year. The awards highlight organisations that have…
The Great Resignation Hangover: Are We Still Feeling the Buzz? The Great Resignation. It dominated headlines, baffled HR departments, and left many organizations scrambling to fill vacant positions. While the initial surge may have subsided, the aftereffects are still very much a reality. We’re facing a talent shortage unlike anything we’ve seen before, and employers need to adapt to this new landscape. What’s Driving the Talent Shortage?A confluence of factors is at play. Remote work opportunities have opened up a wider talent pool, but competition for these skilled professionals is fierce. Employee expectations have shifted dramatically. Workers are prioritizing work-life…
The Candidate Experience: Your Secret Weapon in a Competitive Hiring Landscape In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. But it’s not just about offering competitive salaries and benefits. Candidates are increasingly looking for a positive candidate experience. This comprises every touchpoint, from the initial job application to the final offer (or rejection). Why is Candidate Experience Important? A positive candidate experience offers a variety of benefits:Attracts Top Talent: Candidates share their experiences online, and a strong reputation attracts high-calibre applicants.Boosts Employer Brand: A positive experience showcases your company culture and values, making you a more attractive employer.Increases Engagement: Candidates who feel…
Before You Publish: Uncommon Considerations for Hiring Triumph Finding suitable candidates to fill a vacant position can be a challenging task for any organization. There are several considerations that companies must ponder upon when initiating recruitment for an available position. Team Dynamics Companies must consider the dynamics of the team when seeking to fill a vacant position. The prospective employee should be able to collaborate effectively with current team members and seamlessly integrate into the corporate atmosphere. Involving team members in the hiring process, such as through interviews or soliciting their input on job descriptions and qualifications, can help ensure…
Interpreting Talent Acquisition and Retention: A Podcast Conversation Introduction: Therese Otten, who owns DataTech Recruitment – a top agency in the areas of recruitment, acquiring talent and keeping it, recently took part on a DNA podcast about this subject. In that webinar recording or episode, she talks about successful methods to overcome barriers as well as new ways for managing talents effectively. [Listen to the insightful podcast with Therese Otten here: Talent Acquisition and Retention Podcast] Meet Therese Otten: Let us first acquaint ourselves with Therese Otten before delving into the heart of the discussion. Serving as a dynamic force for DataTech Recruitment, Therese…