Recruitment Era 3: Revolutionizing the Staffing Industry (Late 1990s-2005)

by Henry Glickel | Category: Article

Posted on Tuesday July 5, 2023 at 12:20:48 PM

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In the late 1990s to 2005, the world witnessed a significant transformation in the way the staffing and hiring industry operated. This period, known as Recruitment Era 3, was characterized by advancements in technology that revolutionized the recruitment process. Building upon the groundwork laid by the previous two eras, Era 3 marked a turning point where technology took center stage and reshaped the power dynamics between recruiters and job candidates. The key developments that shaped this era and transformed the recruitment landscape include:    Technological Advancements Set the Stage Recruitment Eras 1 and 2 were instrumental in laying the foundation for the changes that would come in Era 3. The widespread adoption of email, cellphones, and websites with job boards during the earlier eras had already begun to shape the industry. However, websites during this period were often limited in terms of interactivity, graphics, and features due to the limitations in loadability...

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A History of Recruitment - Era 2: the 1980s to 1990

by Henry Glickel | Category: Article

Posted on Wednesday June 29, 2023 at 09:53:41 AM

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The 1980s and 1990s were transformative years in the field of recruitment, witnessing significant changes in technology, attitudes, and approaches to connecting job seekers with employment opportunities. During this era, the recruitment landscape underwent a paradigm shift, with job seekers beginning to trust recruiters more and embracing new technological advancements that revolutionized the way they searched for and secured employment.   The advent of fax machines and overnight mail emerged as game-changers in the recruitment process. These technological breakthroughs facilitated quicker and more efficient communication between recruiters and job seekers. The ability to transmit resumes, application materials, and other pertinent information through fax machines or overnight mail significantly expedited the hiring process. Recruiters could now cast a wider net, extending their reach beyond local markets and offering job seekers a broader range of opportunities. As a result, the...

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A History of Recruitment - Era 1: 1965 to the 1980s

by Henry Glickel | Category: Article

Posted on Wednesday June 28, 2023 at 09:41:22 AM

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The world of recruitment has changed significantly over the years, from the days of snail mail to today's digital era. In this series of blogs, we will take a trip down memory lane, traveling in time from 1965 to the present day. By studying the trends, challenges, and shifts recruitment has faced over the last fifty years we will get a better picture of how the current landscape has been shaped.    Recruitment Era 1: 1965 to the 1980s The first Recruitment Era we will explore spans 1965 to the 1980s. The moon landings took place during this time period, but what else was going on for everyday Americans? During this time it was normal for candidates to focus their job search on the local area, as movement across the country was not as easy as it is now. Due to the limitations of the technology at the time, it would often take weeks or months after applying for candidates to hear whether they were going to be invited for an interview. Recruiters were viewed with suspicion, by...

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