Why Airbnb’s communication of COVID-19 layoffs is an example of good leadership

No industry has been immune to the effects of COVID-19, but travel has been hit particularly hard. Airbnb announced in May that it would be laying off 1,900 employees, equivalent to 25% of its workforce.

Ways recruiters and organizations can bolster essential processes until the freeze lifts

Many companies have put hiring freezes in place, given reduced revenue and tighter budgets due to COVID-19. In the early months of the pandemic, 4 in 10 companies implemented a hiring freeze, with another 28% planning to do so soon.

How to avoid common pitfalls and optimize the candidate interview experience

83% of employees say that a negative interview experience can change their mind about a company they once regarded highly.

Thinking of a change? Here are ways to use this time to prepare for your next move

69% of Americans say they don’t think they would be able to find a new job in the current COVID-19 climate. Nevertheless, hiring and recruiting efforts are still going strong in many industries, leading many to consider the possibility—or necessity.

What recruiters tend to be looking for on social media

90% of recruiters and employers use social media to fill in the informational gaps on candidates during the hiring process.

How organizations are supporting employees, customers, and the community in a time of crisis

Only 23% of employees in the U.S. feel they can apply their organization’s values to their daily work. This implies that while businesses’ core values may exist, very few put these values into practice when it counts.

Actions during the COVID-19 pandemic speak louder than words—and impact attracting and retaining talent

While economic uncertainty has given companies more leverage in the job market, employer branding remains essential.

Asking for compensation and benefit guarantees may be an option

To say the job market is in flux is an understatement.

Crises take many forms, but there are shared communication strategies for dealing with them

When a crisis strikes, whether internal or external, how will your company address it? Shockingly, half of U.S. companies don’t have a crisis communication plan, which makes them more vulnerable to a variety of situations.

The first step is awareness—followed by doing what is possible to facilitate change.

I’ll be the first to admit that I grew up in a utopian bubble.

Recruiting during a crisis remains important. Learn how to adapt techniques for better results.

Many companies have enforced a hiring and recruiting freeze during the COVID-19 pandemic due to limited resources and an uncertain future. Others in high-demand industries are recruiting record-breaking numbers.

8 important traits to look for in A-Players

Finding the right culture fit has become a priority in recent years as employers have realized that hard skills do not necessarily make a better employee.

4 pandemic improvisos that might just stick

The pandemic required the legal world to rapidly make changes. Here are four ways the legal ecosystem has evolved that might be permanent.

Key styles and messaging for effective leadership

Three in four employees see effective communication as the number one leadership attribute. Yet, less than one in three employees feel like their leaders do it effectively.

Best practices for welcoming remote employees and setting them up for success

Great employee onboarding can improve retention by 82%. Companies that make employees feel welcome, enact smooth procedures, communicate openly, and establish goals early will have a greater chance of success with new hires.

Welcoming new team members remotely requires specific platforms

According to a recent Gallup survey, nearly two-thirds of Americans are working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. And this situation is projected to persist for some time.

Review these popular applications for video conferencing, messaging, file sharing and storage, and project management.

The ability to work remotely is a necessity these days. And many companies had already rolled out flexible work schedules before the COVID-19 crisis, as they realized gains in worker satisfaction without a drop in productivity.

Tips for building a focused, efficient, and productive offsite team

Understanding how to work remotely and manage a remote team has never been more critical than it is today.

The qualities of excellent leadership in emergencies

These are unprecedented times for the world. Coronavirus is forcing everyone to adapt, live, and work in new ways until things get back to normal—and “normal” may very well have changed by the time it’s achieved.

This mission-critical process will maintain your business in the face of a worldwide health emergency

The Coronavirus is here and any one of us can catch it. It has already exposed our country’s poor planning and put many businesses at risk. So, what happens if one of your leaders get sick? Do you have a plan?