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Germany is on a treasure hunt. We're talking about the experts in IT and tech who, thanks to their coding skills, program and maintain websites, apps and computer programs, streaming services and applications for companies. Companies lack professionals everywhere who can implement visions and products. But what do recruiters actually say about this? New studyā¦
Many companies spend weeks looking for new employees before they find a suitable candidate for their open position. The high expenditure of time costs entrepreneurs a lot of money. A staffing agency can save you time and money - 5 tips on how to find the best one. What qualities does a personnel service provider have to fulfil? Four months - that's how long companies are looking for...
We are in the age of intelligent "bots". But how can HR managers use artificial intelligence and robots for themselves? Artificial intelligence makes our lives easier In their hit āMr. Roboto" from 1983 Styx sang: "My heart is human, my blood is boiling, my brain IBM" In the "Progressive Rock" of the 1980s it was still a vision that...
Resilience is undeniably an important success factor for the future. Why are resilient employees so important for companies? And how can they attract and retain their employees? Resilience as a success factor of the 21st century Changes require companies and, since companies are made up of employees and managers, they require unprecedented agility, resilience andā¦
Game of Thrones was one of the most popular TV series of all time ā and this has been proven to be the case with many HR professionals as well. This can be learned from this for day-to-day recruiting work. Game of Thrones as a role model for recruiters? Even at staff events, which are often a bit stiff and boring, there is often one topic: The cult TV series āGame ofā¦
There are interesting and insightful criteria for engaged and smart interview responses and behaviors that mark top candidates. Knowing them facilitates and improves the selection criteria and, above all, helps to avoid expensive wrong appointments. 7 tips. 1. Authenticity Authenticity is usually a sign of credibility, genuineness, reliability, coherence. With authentic people, orā¦
Crowdsourcing is an important topic and therefore of great importance in human resources management. Quite a few companies have been able to improve their work processes by involving staff or customers because in this way they have minimized errors and increased the potential for innovation. How can this be achieved? Crowdsourcing in personnel management - positive and negative examples Crowdsourcing, and that is what is often...
Finding suitable employees who do great work, fit into the team and stay long-term is what HR employees are required to do. This is difficult, especially in IT - also because developers often tick completely differently. 7 tips on how to formulate your job advertisements. Job advertisements are applications to the developer We know through our daily exchange...
Career 4.0: One term, many ideas. The change in the world of work changes career paths and ensures higher employee turnover. How do companies deal with this? 5 tips for employer branding. Employer branding: How careers work today From baby boomers to Gen Z: Every generation has its own idea of āāa career and the ideal working conditions. Companies have to face thisā¦
Qualified personnel is the most important resource for companies. That's why headhunters are being used more and more often. Clients should pay attention to this. What is a headhunter and what does he do? Finding the right candidates for open positions is time-consuming and requires resources that many HR departments don't have. This is where headhunters come in, who act as externalā¦
Again and again have up Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® different authors asked how open or authentic applicants should behave in job interviews. Job interviews ā the big mystery? There were various tips and hints on these topics, but also a wide range of suggestions and points of criticism. For this reason we would like to address this topic in thisā¦
How do you put together an excellent team of employees? Professional qualifications and experience are undoubtedly important, but new employees must also fit the company culture. Six questions to identify the right candidate. Exceptional Questions, Informative Answers Attracting talented employees, receiving applications from them, and identifying talented employees are essential to building a business orā¦
High time for developers ā the IT industry is also booming in Germany and developers have every opportunity. How does this affect salary expectations and job requirements? Inventory of German developers When the media reports today about the beginnings of a recession, in most cases it does not affect the tech companies. But how does it look...
Digital processes are efficient, also in personnel management. But when concluding contracts, you quickly reach your limits. Electronic signatures can solve problems here. Employees and applicants benefit from this. This is how electronic signatures can make HR departments more efficient The digitization of processes is considered a productivity booster - and is therefore particularly popular in chronically overloaded HR management. As a technicalā¦
How is Germany as an IT nation and where do most programmers work? In a nationwide study, Stack Overflow examined the numbers, data and facts of the developer landscape in Germany, taking a close look at the metropolitan regions of Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt am Main, Hamburg, Stuttgart/Karlsruhe and Rhine-Ruhr. The result shows: Germany is very different thanks toā¦
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The Digital Misfits Festival on June 9 is aimed at people who want to actively shape the future of work and society - and at HR professionals who are looking for just such talented employees. We are giving away three tickets to buyers or reviewers of our books. More on that below. What are the Digital Misfits? Digital Misfits are people...
Even among recruiters and staff, the fear of automation, which we notice Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® always very clear when we broach this topic. Thanks to Google, this could get worse again. Will HR soon be replaced by robots? Opinions on what artificial intelligence and digital change are having on us...
For many, the HR department is a long-awaited goal. For others, a job in human resources only arises during the course of their studies or after a few years in the job. Compensation Partner has determined the starting salaries for the field of activity "Human Resources". Academic career starters in human resources management In addition to the starting salaries, in spring 2016 we also looked at theā¦
The idea doesn't sound stupid: HR consultants should ideally be good at dealing with people in order to hire the right candidates for a job. What could be more obvious than assessing the quality of recruiting companies based on employee evaluations, which precisely assess these interpersonal skills. But the rating mode also gives cause for criticism. Rankings ā Quick and Dirty?ā¦
The Crosspro Research user survey has been running since October 2008, in which job seekers rate job exchanges and job search engines according to various criteria. 16.511 ratings have been submitted so far. Which job exchanges and search engines were rated best? The methodology: How was the survey carried out? The employment agency (2.056), MeineStadt (1.836), Monster (1.723) and Stepstone (1668) received the most ratings. Job seekers rate based on their...
The cultural fit is rarely checked in recruiting. New employees who do not fit the corporate culture cause numerous problems and costs right from the start. The following interview questions will help you to find exactly the right employees. What is cultural fit in companies? Do you want to find employees who are the best match for your company like identical twins?ā¦
There are many people who worry about justifications and explanations on a resume. Don't let the past dictate your future. Now you face the big challenge. You have to come to terms with your vita and make the best of it. Please look ahead Are there episodes or gaps inā¦
I recently took part in a team building activity on a houseboat - the perfect setting for companies to onboard and bond employees. Why does team building on a houseboat make sense? Team building activities help to bond teams by fostering trust and collaboration between team members. When team members are able to support each other...
Bloggers are still often smiled at: too insignificant in the media landscape, too inefficient as a marketing channel. Blogging has many advantages for marketing. Blogs as the perfect marketing tool? I'm passionate about blogging. But what exactly are the reasons for this? Blogging gives me the opportunity to articulate my opinions in a way that without the medium...
Big data, algorithms, matching and the like could help medium-sized companies in particular to find highly qualified employees. There are numerous inexpensive solutions available, especially for SMEs. 6 tools at a glance. How robot recruiting makes work easier The life of Susanne E., recruiter at FerroStahl, a company with 458 employees in the Swabian Alb, isā¦
Studies show that they think German HR professionals are relatively safe when it comes to their own substitutability by robots. But digital tools are already doing a lot. And who knows, maybe HR managers will soon feel like Oscar winner Kevin Spacey, whose career came to an abrupt end. Changes, Rise and Fall This could also be a story of riseā¦
Enthusiastic employees are the basis, a decisive basis for not only proclaiming the service concept as a company, but actually living it. So the following applies: First employee enthusiasm and then customer enthusiasm! From now on the employee is king! The established rule still applies in business: the customer is king! And that's how he often behaves: from...
Personnel decisions sometimes have to be made more quickly than many employers would like. Instead of lengthy deliberation, the power of intuition helps. HR managers often have to make decisions quickly and under time pressure. Recruiters or managers, especially those who are looking for sought-after specialists who receive numerous offers from employers, cannot take weeks to carefully weigh up all the information.ā¦
How would you select collaborators to accompany you on a march to the South Pole. An interesting mind game, triggered by an interview with Reinhold Messner. And how are employees actually selected in many companies? It ends badly with the wrong people When I interviewed Reinhold Messner a while ago, it became clear how important it is for companies toā¦
In an interview, RenƩ Kƶles from GULP explains how applicants in the IT industry in particular highlight their strengths and why skills and practical experience are more important than the application channel when in doubt. RenƩ Kƶles is Recruiting Manager at GULP, 39 years old. At GULP, he looks after customers and candidates from the IT sector. Inquiries range from administration jobs to...
They are still among the most sought-after employees: developers are desperately needed. So what can HR professionals do to convince? First and foremost: learn from developers. Developers: Only 11 percent actively looking for a job HR professionals often face challenges because there are too few skilled workers and very good developers are either difficult to...
Applying successfully for a job means convincing others about yourself and gaining the employer's trust. What can applicants learn from Game of Thrones? Application processes and Game of Thrones: What do they have in common? What do dry application processes and the popular fantasy TV series Game of Thrones have in common? More than you could guess. In bothā¦
Where can I find a job that suits my needs? How can I best apply for a new job? Questions like these concern young professionals as well as experienced specialists. We have 6 answers. 6 tips for job hunting Questions about career planning are asked by young professionals as well as IT specialists and engineers whoā¦
"People can achieve amazing things together," said futurologist Matthias Horx in a lecture. One can only agree with that. Nevertheless, many people cannot fully use their potential due to a lack of funding, a lack of economic opportunities or poor starting conditions. This damages society, as the election of Trump or Brexit shows. How can this be changed? Theā¦
Cover letters are always a topic of discussion: many HR experts find them too long, too inefficient, and simply superfluous. Companies like Deutsche Bahn have long since abolished it. And many applicants would also prefer to give themselves the warm effusions. What recruiters really want from applicants āDear Sir or Madamā¦. blablaā¦ work in your publishing houseā That wasā¦
A study by Stack Overflow of 64.000 developers shows that many are dissatisfied with the payment. Personnel managers have to rethink, especially when it comes to recruiting! The average German developer is male, works in Bavaria and has more than 10 years of coding experience It is unfortunately not surprising: German developers are still mostly male today and work in Bavaria atā¦
Almost every day we get up Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® Inquiries from companies looking for sought-after specialists - especially among engineers and in the IT sector. We give tips on how this specific target group can best apply. Are you desperately looking for skilled workers? Stefan Schwarzgruber from Stackoverflow recently shared 7 tips for recruiters to address IT specialists via eMail...
Many applicants work hard with āhighly polishedā application documents. But that alone does not bring you to your goal: it is much more important in the second round, the job interview or job interview, to convince and deal with sometimes nasty questions. 5 tips. Questions in the job interview ā often neglected by applicants Actually, one would think that thereā¦
When the flagship start-up Jimdo laid off 25 percent of its employees some time ago because it failed to introduce effective management structures, it sparked a lively discussion about the change in the world of work. How can recruiting work here? The future of work? Sometimes everything turns out differently than you think. Sometimes even with a bang. I still remember it well...
An always happy and hotly debated topic - especially on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ®: How creative can and should CVs be? How much graphic is useful and when does it get confusing? An overview. Creative resumes on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® had often reported to various places about creative CVs and applications.ā¦
When asked about a gap in your rĆ©sumĆ©, you should never say āYes, it was great!ā reply. However, gaps need not be a āno-goā in the application. How you can put this in a positive light is explained Dr. Job. How to deal with gaps in the CV? Gaps in the CV are not welcomed by recruiters, butā¦
Applying is a complex topic: HR managers would like to see immediately who is a really good match, as at this honey booth in New York - and who is not. Applicants often make it harder than necessary for them to recognize this. Recruiters ā spoiled for choice? No question, matching is an important issue when it comes to finding jobs inā¦
Applications from the computer are still the norm. The mobile job search offers many advantages. We show why the mobile application is worthwhile and give 2 X 3 tips on what to consider. Mobile application: How to convince with a short profile and Co. We unlock our smartphone more than 75 times a day, twoā¦
The application by mail was yesterday, in the meantime, in most cases one eMail with the relevant documents in the appendix. But this method is also slowly being phased out. Application forms of the future So how will we apply tomorrow? The āRecruiting Trendsā study series that Monster produces each year in conjunction with the āCentre of Human Resources Information Systemsā¦
How can companies attract sought-after developers? How does the guild of developers tick? A worldwide survey of developers shows old patterns and new trends, salaries and desires of the industry. Who the developers are and what they are looking for in the job For companies and their HR managers, it is fundamentally important to know how the coveted developers...
Companies, handicraft businesses, doctors - they are all looking for qualified personnel. What is often forgotten in many HR campaigns: It is important to reach the right target group. IT staff annoyed by HR staff Recently at a start-up event: A young developer, who by the way has a permanent position at a corporation, complained to me about his suffering: āOh, these stupid HR staff, they keep annoying meā¦
People also cuddle in German companies. Don't you think so? Feelgood management is the name of the trend that, exceptionally, emerged in Germany. Just a bit of Google for German companies or is there more to it than that? From the trend to everyday business Another new trend in the world of work: feel-good management ā āāa feel-good atmosphere in the workplace. In fact, the subject will...
Knowing the right people is good for your career and is becoming increasingly important when applying for jobs. Because thanks to so-called employee recommendation programs, future colleagues are now looking for a job. It's worth it. No chance without vitamin B? Some time ago, when I wrote an article for DIE WELT on the subject of ājob search via networkingā,ā¦
Today, more than ever, a recruitment advert works like a company's business card. In addition, it is similar to an application. Yesterday's standards are usually no longer convincing. What is important? It is important to stand out from the crowd and communicate distinctively in order to make an impression. It's all about the first impression that...
Gaps in your CV appear faster than many people think. But even if mosaic careers are becoming more and more normal today, many HR managers and recruiters are still skeptical. Our 4 tips can help. Gaps in the CV ā a challenge for applicants Creating an application is always a certain challenge. All data must be collected and information on theā¦
Some applicants receive rejection after rejection. But it is not always due to the lack of qualifications: Often enough, banal formal reasons are to blame for the application being rejected immediately. But what do recruiters really pay attention to? Application 2go: It's not that easy, especially for start-ups and young internet companies, application seems easy and relaxed. Example Twitter:ā¦
Artificial intelligence is on the rise, also in human resources. But there are also disadvantages, keyword discrimination against applicants. Recruiters need to be aware of this. How artificial intelligence can improve working life Artificial intelligence, or AI for short, has now achieved a level of awareness that goes far beyond the IT industry. Ever since the success of ChatGPT, many people have been fascinated by whatā¦
Cultural fit was the subject of a panel discussion at the some time ago SĆ¼ddeutschen Newspaper. Studies also show how important the topic is. Where does human resources actually stand - and where will HR stand in the future? Reinhold Messner: Cultural fit in extreme situations I've been dealing with the topic of cultural fit for a number of years. Soā¦
Women in the IT industry are rare, but very much in demand: teams of different compositions generate different ideas and equality is part of the credo of many companies. Still, many HR professionals struggle with hiring women. Here we want to clarify why this is the case and what you can do. Still too few women in STEM subjects Theā¦
Finding employees is not difficult, but keeping good ones is even more so ā that could be the motto of many companies. But what do companies do to keep their good employees? And which companies are particularly successful? How retention management works LinkedIn co-founder Konstantin Guericke takes unusual paths to get to know employees and business partners better: he hikes. āSpecial experience atā¦
In recruiting, it is becoming more and more common that applicants and companies should be a perfect match in terms of suitability, personality and values āā- cultural fit. But how can this be achieved? Recruiting processes: people, a standard model? The paper fits snugly in the printer. The bratwurst does not slip through the grate when grilled: Much of whatā¦
In an interview, Sylke Sergel, Head of Corporate Human Resources at EOS, explains how employees become brand ambassadors and how companies are recruiting IT talent in the digital age. Sylke Sergel, born in Oberhausen in 1974, studied business administration and started her career in human resources. She worked in the construction industry and then in the automotive sector, where she was operational in all HR areas.
HR, Human Resource, is traditionally an administrative activity. But in the war for talent, new skills are required in human resources that strengthen the employer brand. Trust is an important keyword here. 30 questions that support recruiters. Criticism of traditional HR work Dear HR Manager, we need to talk. Lately, through lectures, e.g. at the Zukunft Personalā¦
Recruiting, the classic procurement of personnel, is an important topic - but one that very few applicants really have any idea about. You should know these 28 things. This is how recruitment works: 5 things that applicants need to know No company in the world can do without employees, so millions of recruiters, thatās the technical term for recruiters, are onā¦
Highly qualified doctors and scientists who live in the USA would like to come back - but they cannot find a job in Germany. How can that be? Highly Qualified Specialists ā Desperately Wanted? The topic of a shortage of skilled workers and also the doubts as to whether the shortage in Germany is really as great as is often claimed was discussed on Best of HR āā¦
And action: The world of work is changing and with it the human resources industry. While HR was traditionally an activity for managing work productivity, today it has to be so much more: a contact for employees, an ambassador for the employer brand and, last but not least, the driving force behind social change in the world of work. How can this succeed? HR and its social understanding Onā¦
Companies are desperately looking for skilled workers for their vacancies. However, far too few ask themselves how they can identify employees who are willing to leave in good time and prevent unwanted employee fluctuation. This article shows what loss prevention can look like. Desired fluctuation vs. employee flight If it is becoming increasingly difficult to find new good employees, then it is necessary to focus more on theā¦
If you want to attract the best talent, you have to approach them openly. This also applies to medium-sized companies, but many do not dare to approach active sourcing. Inhibitions are unnecessary ā and the opportunities are great. Qualified young talent wanted A job advertisement in the local newspaper, a notice at the university: In order to recruit the best candidates, it is enough...
Many companies want to be top employers, with highly-qualified applicants just banging on their doors. And yet, for many, it is anything but easy. A LinkedIn director explains what the top companies are doing better. Employer branding instead of job advertisements It is well known that there is more to finding employees these days than placing a job advertisement. The job market is now heavily applicant-centric.ā¦
The war for talent is being fought fiercely, especially in the IT sector. Good developers are in demand and are contacted by countless recruiters every day. Important here: the right address. 7 tips. 1. Identify prerequisites and search, search, search A survey shows: 65 percent of all developers consider e-mails to be a suitable means of preparing them for new jobs...
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Industry 4.0 and New Work are the key buzzwords in the current discussion about the working world of the future. There are many fears associated with this, but also the chance to work the way āyou really, really want toā. 8 tips on how to put this into practice in your current job. Afraid of automation? Digitization and automation...
āWhat do you think they will ask in the interview?ā This question occupies all applicants, there are countless guides on the subject. However, no guidebook author would probably have come up with these questions. Black sheep... The more I occasionally hear about the application practice of German companies, the more I have to shake my head. From HR managers who put application folders on the floor...
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been in effect since June 25, 2018. Anyone who violates this will have to reckon with high penalties. What do recruiters have to consider? GDPR in relation to HR The General Data Protection Regulation applies to all processing of personal data in companies. With the entry into force of the GDPR, recruiters are obliged to record all processing activities. Using the applicant management system, all necessary processes can beā¦
Despite the recent crises, the financial sector has not lost its popularity among applicants ā in addition to positions at automobile manufacturers and management consultancies, jobs at banks and insurance companies continue to be among the favorites for applications. But how do newcomers master a job interview in the financial sector? Typical questions from HR managers in the financial sector The fact is: Entry into theā¦
Many startups dream of becoming the next big thing. Transferwise, founded by two Estonians, has real opportunities: Because Fac is also on boardebook-Investor Peter Thiel. We met the founders in Tallinn and Berlin. The next big thing? The German-born investor Peter Thiel keeps making headlines: In his opinion, German start-ups are afraid...
Is your next job interview coming up? Would you like to be perfectly prepared to have the best chance of getting your dream job? We will show you helpful tips and tricks with which you are guaranteed to score points with future employers. What should you pay attention to in the interview? A successful job interview is the most important prerequisite for recruiters in the ā often ā extensiveā¦
After a two-year break, the North German HR community will meet at the renowned HR trade fair in May. Zukunft Personal Nord opens its doors again in Hamburg From May 3rd to 4th, spring Messe Management invites recruiters, HR managers, employers and all other interested visitors live to the industry trade fair Zukunft Personal Nord (ZP Nord) in Hamburg for the first time ...
The search for qualified personnel is a problem that physicians share with many companies: Where should you find people who have the necessary prior knowledge and who also fit into your own practice as a person? Finding suitable applicants: Job advertisements are a thing of the past The next applicant comes via the Internet, could also be the motto today for doctors whoā¦
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There is a lot of talk about employer branding and the candidate experience, but it is alarmingly often that the candidates are ignored. 3 books show how it can be done better and what HR managers really pay attention to. More than just quotes āOh no,ā you think to yourself when you hold it in your hands for the first time: āA collection of quotes.ā Usually something like that is uninspiring.ā¦
Zukunft Personal Nord (May 15 to 16, 2018, Hamburg Messe und Congress) is the most important northern German platform for product innovations and trends in human resources management. All relevant subject areas are represented - from organizational development and management to personnel software, recruiting and further training to labor law. Interactive formats offer decision-makers numerous opportunities for effective knowledge transfer. Spotlight āDisruptive Leadershipāā¦
A trend reversal is evident in human resources: In addition to tools and apps, people are increasingly being discussed - this is shown by the 16th Recruiting Trends Study by CHRIS and Monster with keywords such as employee recommendations, transparency or candidate experience . What is the current state of affairs in German companies? An overview with best practice examples. MRā¦
The search for developers is far from over, on the contrary, there is a great need for IT specialists. A Stack Overflow report shows that almost 710.000 people program at a professional level in Germany. Where can you find them? Tech recruiting is a matter of location It is helpful for recruiters to know their own regional location advantages and to know whichā¦
If you work in Dortmund in a small or very large company, with great colleagues, then you may be the happiest employee in Germany. According to a recent study, the place of work and the environment are decisive factors. Where are the happiest workers? LinkedIn surveyed 10.000 professionals and executives and 3.700 recruiters worldwide to...
The current Monster study addresses the question: How do companies and job seekers see the application process of the future? With sometimes surprisingly bizarre results and potential for new business ideas, for example in the field of robot recruiting. The media mix is āābecoming more confusing The good news: there are more and more ways for applicants and companies to find each other. The bad news: The media mix willā¦
Recently there was on LinkedIn and then on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ®.de an exciting discussion on neologisms in recruiting. This shows that those who throw buzzwords around too quickly dehumanize their employees. Employees as tools without will? Anne SchĆ¼ller recently made a contribution about the fact that today there are still far too manyā¦
In the next evolutionary step of mobile recruiting, the focus is no longer on the self-centeredness of the employer, but on the effect of a job advertisement on the recipient (applicant) of the career message. What does the optimal candidate experience of tomorrow look like? Mobile use is increasing The fact is: Internet use is increasingly shifting to mobile end devices such as tablet PCs andā¦
In an interview, Gerald Lembke tells Professor for digital media, media management and consulting at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Cooperative State University in Mannheim, where he came up with the idea for online coaching and where he sees the advantages and limitations of online coaching. Professor Dr. Gerald Lembke has been working as a coach for 12 years. He founded the consulting platform ADVZR in 2007 and was...