Using video doesn’t mean you are remote
In my opinion, we still have a mental-hurdle to jump when it comes to the idea of using live video streaming to establish meaningful business relationships, and yet, we use it to such great effect in our personal lives. Perhaps the commonly used phrase, remote access, still resonates in our subconscious when we think about …
Impact of COVID-19 on Technical Recruitment
COVID-19 is currently the cause of global uncertainty and, at Snap.hr, we are trying to keep our clients and developer community as informed as possible. The recruitment industry is adapting to how to interview remotely and address whether hiring strategies need to be adjusted. Luckily, some would say, the tech industry is somewhat used to …
How to ace your video “on-site” interview.
As the world continues to address the situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, some companies have to rethink their approach to their hiring process. Whilst some businesses might experience a slow down, for others — hiring is still at the forefront of their strategic plans. Within the technology sector, I’ve seen a quick shift from companies …
Moneybox partnering with Snap.hr
We chatted to Nefeli at Moneybox about her experience using Snap.hr for tech hiring. Tell us a bit about Moneybox and what makes Moneybox such a great place to work? Moneybox is an app which democratises saving and investing- forget sharks in suits that provide help to individuals who are already wealthy. On the inside, …
5 Resume Tips for Software Developers
Software development is one of the most sought-after skills in today’s digital economy. According to salary comparison website Glassdoor, software developers earn some of the highest wages among all industries worldwide. It’s an undeniable fact that there is high demand for software developers, but does that mean that it’s fairly easily to land a great …
Best Questions For Soft Skills Assessment
It’s relatively easy to evaluate an applicant’s technical skills. You can verify employment and educational history, ask the interviewee to sit for a skills assessment, or simply engage them in conversation about their work experience and achievements. This is great, as you want to be sure that the people you hire are actually qualified to …
Loyal employees: Why they’re important & how to get them
The aim of the game for any business owner is to build a loyal and satisfied customer base, but have you ever considered your employee loyalty? After all, customer loyalty is a direct consequence of your employee’s behaviour. But what does it take to nurture and retain a loyal employee? We’ve got all the answers …
How to create a culture that attracts AND retains
The culture of an organisation has become a competitive advantage for not only attracting top talent but retaining it too. But, in today’s labour market, half of the world’s future workforce – millennials – are open to the idea of a new job opportunity and 38% expect to move on from their current employer within …
8 Tips to keep your staff turnover looking healthy
There are no two ways about it, losing staff is bad for business and it’s estimated to cost organisations between 140-200% of an employee’s salary to replace someone when they leave. It’s not just the cost either, losing personnel ultimately reduces the knowledge base within your business, which can have a knock-on effect on productivity, …
Workplace environments: where they were, are and will be
The way we work has changed dramatically in recent decades, in no small part due to the technological revolution we’re living through, but also thanks to shifts in cultural and societal beliefs. This is a continually evolving process, and it affects not only the offices we work in themselves but the culture they promote and …