Indeed feature lets job seekers tag themselves available Indeed has announced that users can tag themselves "#readytowork" to let employers know they're available immediately for a job. Additionally, the job site has hosted over 200 virtual hiring fairs to give job seekers the opportunity to find new employers and set up interviews. Full Story: HR Dive (4/28)
Mock interview tool can help job applicants prepare "The Interview Before the Interview" is a new tool that randomizes interview questions from 37 executives to help job applicants practice in a mock interview setting. The tool can help job seekers practice their answers and be better prepared for any curveballs in a real interview. Full Story: Adweek (tiered subscription model) (4/28)
Making the Connection
Ins and outs of networking have shifted Handshakes and happy hours are gone, so those who rely on networking to do their jobs (or look for new ones) have been forced to shift to a more electronic approach. This article outlines ways you can leverage your network so it still helps you and others. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (4/28)
Hire Smart
Survey: 80% are using video to conduct interviews In this time of remote hiring, about 80% of talent acquisition teams are using video for interviews, according to an April report from Jobvite, even though 50% are still making phone calls. When screening applicants, 61% use video, 27% use text and 8% use chatbots. Full Story: HR Dive (4/28)
Government job applications plummet amid coronavirus The number of applicants for government jobs has gone down since March, according to Mississippi's top government-hiring manager, which is the opposite of what normally happens when unemployment rises. "It looks just like people aren't coming; they've stopped searching for jobs. And what they're saying is that they don't believe jobs are available," says Neogov CEO Shane Evangelist. Full Story: Bloomberg (tiered subscription model) (4/28)
Spend at least 90 minutes in nature each week, which is the amount of time "when your brain starts switching off from all the busy chatter," says life coach Tabitha Jayne. She recommends being observant in that time, which will allow you to be clearer in your life and at work. Full Story: Forbes (4/28)
For some couples, time spent sheltering in place together is shifting their marriage in various ways -- some good and some not-so-good. This article outlines "hacks" couples can use to smooth out the rough spots. Full Story: Kellogg Insight (4/27)
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