In the realm of recruitment, first impressions matter immensely.  A firm handshake has long been regarded as a symbolic gesture of confidence, professionalism, and mutual respect.  However, there are occasions when a handshake can go awry, leaving a negative impact and ending a new relationship quickly. Metaphorically, your employer brand is your company’s handshake.  And...Read More

As of January 2023, European data regulators have issued a record €2.92 billion in fines for 2022. This is a 168% increase from 2021, which is only expected to rise throughout 2023. Professional recruiters face financial risks due to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This regulation modernizes data privacy and protection for companies with...Read More

Hiring professionals are often placed in a challenging position.  They must find the best talent for their company or client while working with limited resources.  However, one mistake many recruiters make is underestimating the power of a well-written job description. The job description is your first point of contact between your company and potential candidates,...Read More

Successful recruiting is all about marketing.  Does that statement seem false to you?  It is understandable that you’d think that.  After all, marketing is concerned with attracting customers to your brand, while recruiting is concerned with finding the best people to work with your organization.  But the fact is that successful recruitment strategies can no...Read More

With the May 10, 2023, deadline for California employers to submit their pay data reports under the updated SB-1162, some are struggling to obtain the data from their applicant tracking system or accounting software in the required format dictated by the new pay transparency law.  But, for SmartSearch customers, this task is easier than most....Read More

While using Artificial Intelligence in talent acquisition is not new, as of February 2023 will be a monumental year for its implementation within the talent acquisition field. ChatGPT, a revolutionary chatbot platform, achieved incredible success during its initial launch, with an unprecedented number of users signing up for the platform in five days. Over one...Read More

Right Represent (RTR) documents are a powerful tool for professional recruiters.  But, staffing industry professionals who use Vendor Management Systems (VMS) typically find RTR documents essential for building an automated recruitment process. With a system that ensures Recruiting and Talent Relations (RTR) documents are collected, updated, and exported in a timely manner, recruiters can easily...Read More

SmartSearch Inc. Announces Opening of New Cleveland Office   Tustin, CA-01/09/2023 – SmartSearch Inc., a leader in applicant tracking software, vendor management software, and candidate engagement software for the professional staffing and recruiting industries, is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Cleveland, Ohio. This new location represents the continued growth of...Read More

SmartSearch’s DEI champion, Sylvia Dahlby, talks with Lynne Marie Finn, President & CEO of Broadleaf Results, an Aleron Company with a WBENC, about how women are overcoming challenges in leadership. A fierce advocate for advancing women in business, Lynne has served on the Boards of WBENC, WPEO, and WIPP, and WBENC honored her as a...Read More

This installment is part of a series of video conversations with Human Resources thought-leaders and industry advocates on best practices in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Watch the conversation here or read more for the synopsis.  What does it mean to model a Culture of Inclusion in Recruiting? First, think about the recruiting process similar...Read More