Melissa Dobbins
- Dec 16, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: Don't call candidates or jobs "diverse"
Reason: Calling candidates or jobs “diverse” has two problems. First, “diverse” is not synonymous with minority or a specific...
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Melissa Dobbins
- Dec 9, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: Don't have an answer - ask instead
Reason: Unfortunately, we don’t always have all the answers to candidate questions, including when it comes to diversity, inclusion,...
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Melissa Dobbins
- Dec 1, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: If using gifts, select those that are universal and neutral
Reason: Parting gifts are a wonderful touch to an engaging candidate experience, unless those gifts give a very clear message of “I don’t...
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Melissa Dobbins
- Nov 18, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: Pay no attention to the room behind the candidate
Reason: It used to be common advice – when attending a video interview, make sure you are dressed appropriately, and the background is...
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Melissa Dobbins
- Nov 11, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: Go beyond diversity statements to showcase DEI action
Reason: Diversity statements are plentiful. Unfortunately, many linger in the words giving candidates the impression that they are...
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Melissa Dobbins
- Nov 4, 2020
- 1 min
Tip of the week: Use engaging, informative job descriptions
Reason: engaging, informative job descriptions attract and excite all those who would thrive in the position, including those who may not...
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