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Finding the right person is hard. Here's why your job ad isn’t getting any results
If you’re looking to attract new talent to your company, there’s no better time to publish a job listing. There are a ton of talented people out there looking for their next great role.
Let’s say you posted an employment ad and no one is biting. Is it you? Is it the description?
We found four fatal flaws that could repel candidates from applying to your open positions. If you’re guilty of any of these, we’ve also got some helpful solutions.
1. You’re using the wrong job titles
When you’re writing out a job description to attract new hires, your job title is a golden opportunity. It’s the first impression people get; it’s your chance to grab their eyes and pull them towards your job listing. That means you need to pick something succinct, interesting and — most importantly — accurate.
If you have just one word off in your job title, that could repel the very people you want to attract. You should also keep in mind that different companies or industries may use similar titles to mean different things.
For example, one company may want a consultant with strong sales skills to build client relationships and spend time in the community. But another company may want someone who spends all their time in the office, analyzing data and research.
There are a few different job titles that are so vague they could actually shoot you in the foot. Tap or click here for five job titles you should avoid at all costs.
2. Your post is confusing or includes mistakes
It’s easy to get technical when you’re writing a job description. After all, you want to be thorough so people know what to expect. But when you get too into the weeds, you could easily confuse candidates.
Try to see your job ad from a new candidate’s perspective. Jobseekers want to get a quick idea of what this job will entail, so ask yourself these questions:
- What are the responsibilities? Make it easy for people to know what they’ll be doing day in and day out.
- How much will they get paid? Include some compensation information. After all, that’s the main reason why people are applying. They want to get the best bang for their buck.
- What status will this job provide? Let people know which role they’ll play in the grand scheme of your company. Will they be managing other people? Who are they directly working under?
Scam warning: These clever tactics are fooling older people across the US
It is a sad reality that scams are a part of our everyday life. With so many to watch out for, it can become confusing to track the latest tricks or fraud attempts. Unfortunately, there is one group being targeted more than others: the elderly.
Don't fall for these Netflix scams that try to steal your info
Scams come in all forms and fashions. Whether it’s phishing scams, malware, URL squatting or misinformation campaigns — we’ve seen them all over the last few months.
Part of the problem is scammers taking advantage of COVID-19. But while the pandemic has helped kicked scammy behavior into high gear, cybercriminals aren’t just focused on pandemic-related crimes. There are tons of other cybercrimes going around, including these two scams that revolve around the popular streaming service Netflix.
Selling things online? Don't make this costly mistake
If you’ve got stuff stored away in the attic, basement or closets collecting dust, you may be in luck. Tons of older items are now back in fashion and selling for big bucks.
Old tech is particularly in high demand. If you have old gaming consoles or computers not being used, you might be able to sell them for serious money. Tap or click here for a list of old tech that is worth big money.
Don't trust anti-ransomware emails
If you get an email promising to protect your company from a ransomware attack like the one that brought down the Colonial Pipeline, don’t open it! It’s just a Trojan Horse trying to sneak ransomware into your computer. Here’s how this nasty scheme works.
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Watch out for this nasty Roku scam
If you’ve cut cable and satellite out of movie night, you’ve probably considered buying a Roku device. It has a ton of offerings, including Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu and YouTube. It’s a popular device, which is why scammers came up with this clever scheme you’ve got to watch out for.
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3 tricks fooling would-be investors out of money
The holiday season is that time of the year where we slip into traditions and spend countless hours trying to find the perfect gifts. That includes figuring out how to pay for them.
The good news is that there are ways to help make ends meet, even during the holidays. Tap or click here for 10 ways to make extra money online.
Simple way to remove the background from any photo
Picture this: you’ve taken the perfect group photo with friends. Everything is right, from the lighting to the color scheme and the look on your face. You zoom in to get a better look, and then you see it — a photobomber in the background.
Where to stream all our favorite holiday movies
The Thanksgiving feast is over. You’ve just finished scavaging all of those great Black Friday deals online. Still need to pick up some stocking stuffers that won’t break the bank? Tap or click here for 15 great gift ideas.
FTC warning: If you get an email with this subject line, delete it
Are you familiar with the “Nigerian Prince” scam? In a nutshell, this classic scam involves an email from someone claiming to be foreign royalty fleeing their home country. They have wealth they supposedly need to move, but without a bank account, they cannot do it. That’s why they need your help.
Don't fall for these stimulus check scams
On March 27, President Trump signed a sweeping bill into law that grants American taxpayers much-needed financial relief during the coronavirus pandemic. Americans will get direct assistance in the form of a check or deposit from the U.S. Treasury, many receiving sums greater than $1,000.
This convincing extortion scam uses coronavirus fears to trick you
The coronavirus pandemic already has many of us on edge. The last thing we need to add to the mix is a bunch of criminals trying to take advantage of this dire situation.
Unfortunately, crooks have no shame and we’ve seen plenty of coronavirus-related scams making the rounds. Tap or click here for 8 tips to avoid them.
Ready for new holiday movies and specials? Here's what's streaming
Christmas is around the corner and our favorite streaming services have wasted no time in offering exclusive holiday movies and specials. There’s nothing like sipping a cup of hot cocoa and curling up on the couch as we watch our Christmas favorites — even if it is only early November.
Scam alert: Watch out for this fake text from your bank
Some scams are obvious traps — but a new scheme making the rounds is even fooling experts! Using spoofed numbers and tricky text messages, these fraudsters are gaining access to bank accounts at a rapid pace. If you ever feel tempted to pick up the phone the next time an unknown number dials in, here’s why you might want to let it go to voicemail. Plus, we’ll teach you how to protect yourself from this and other phone scammers.
5 tricks to get the most out of Microsoft Word and Excel
Whether you work in corporate offices or run your own small business, you probably spend some of your days using mainstays of the Microsoft Office Suite. You’ll want to get the most out of these applications that you can. And with some functions not being especially obvious, you might be missing out. That’s why we’re going to tell you some expert tricks that will help you get the most out of Word and Excel.
This is what fake Social Security robocalls sound like
In the span of three hours, one of our staffers here in the newsroom at Komando.com got eight persistent robocalls, all telling her that she was in big trouble. Her Social Security account had been locked! These calls got past Verizon and her robocall-blocking app, and none of the phone numbers showed up on consumer sites where you can do reverse lookup phone numbers.
FCC says your phone carrier can block robocalls by default - here's what that means
The U.S. government stepped up and made it easier for your carrier to block robocalls. What does that mean for you? We’ll explain the FCC’s new rule, and how it might reduce (but not eliminate) annoying telemarketing calls.
3 best indoor and outdoor antennas for cord cutters
Remember the old days of television, when we had three channels to choose from? All we needed was a TV and an antenna. With the high costs of cable, wouldn’t it be nice to go back to free TV? Good news, for a one-time fee, indoor and outdoor antennas could save you big bucks. We’ll tell you how.
Facebook helps advertisers target you based on your credit score
Facebook’s at it again. Now you have to be careful about what you share on Facebook because it could let advertisers guess your credit score. We all know Facebook harvests our personal data and sells or gives it to third-parties. What you may not know is that it also siphons your past locations, interests, demographic information and friend groups.