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Article, Distributed hiring & work

3 key hiring trends to keep in mind in 2021

2020 was a year of uncertainty and change – the pandemic’s impact was far-reaching and unpredictable. Many companies were forced to quickly adapt to a new way of work and operations, leading some to experience hiring freezes while others navigated short-term hiring blitzes. But 2021 is a time for another change. Here are three trends to keep in mind in this new era of hiring.


Article, Company culture, DE&I

Ideas for celebrating Black History Month virtually at your organization

There are a number of things that employers and employees alike can do to bring awareness to the contributions of Black people in this country, while also showcasing their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in a meaningful way. We’ve detailed some of the things we’re doing at Greenhouse to help get you started.


Article, Hiring tech stack, Structured hiring

The key to striking the right balance between recruiting automation and the human touch

Greenhouse teamed up with global analysis firm IDC to help companies understand how to cautiously use automation in their recruiting processes.


Article, Employer brand

How to develop an employer brand that’s true to your company

Understanding what an employer brand is, why it matters and how you can intentionally cultivate your own is key to ensuring this element of company culture is working in your favor. Employee recognition software company Fond reveals a few tips.


Article, Industry news, Talent operations

Redefining HR: A must-read for forward-thinking people people

Learn to transform people teams to drive business performance with Lars Schmidt's new book – Redefining HR. In this article, we're reviewing this must-read transformational book and giving you a sneak peak into its compelling insights.


Article, Company culture

Helpful lessons from Greenhouse for reviving and motivating employees

As we settle into the “new year, new us” phase of 2021, there’s no better time for people teams to reassess how to keep remote employees engaged, supported and motivated as we continue to work from home in the upcoming months.


Article, Interviewing

How to hire for emotional intelligence

In a rapidly evolving work environment, it takes more than just technical skills or qualifications for an employee to thrive, and employers are turning to a new indicator of an employee’s potential success – emotional intelligence. But how do you assess a candidate’s abilities in this seemingly soft skill? Read on to find out.


Article, Distributed hiring & work, Structured hiring

Why interview scorecards are critical in a virtual world

In this virtual-first world, it's vital to give every employee on your team an equal opportunity to share candidate feedback.