6 Ways to Support Employees During The Busy Holiday Season
November 14, 2024
The holiday season is an exciting, but often stressful, time for businesses across various industries. With the surge in demand
The holiday season is an exciting, but often stressful, time for businesses across various industries. With the surge in demand
PRESS RELEASE: [AUSTIN, TX] – November 11, 2024 – CareerPlug has been named the winner of a Gold Stevie® Award
What if I were to tell you that building a company culture isn’t the hardest part? As I’ve worked with
William Bocast owns a Culligan franchise in Chico, California, and is what our team lovingly refers to as a “CareerPlug
For industries like retail, increased demand for seasonal employees is a holiday tradition as cherished as pumpkin pie. But in
The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is upon us! Before we know it, robots will soon replace humans in every job,
CareerPlug research found that dissatisfaction with current compensation was the number one reason employees leave their jobs, which probably doesn’t
Choosing the right franchisees is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a franchisor. A franchisee is not
Are your franchisees struggling with turnover and staffing shortages? They’re not alone. Across the United States, the volunteer turnover rate
If you’ve read our 2024 Recruiting Metrics Report, you learned that job boards aren’t necessarily the best source of high-quality
Franchises provide their franchisees with a playbook of best practices that can help their business flourish. But one thing that
It’s no secret that high turnover can negatively impact businesses, but this impact goes far beyond the time, effort, and
Think about the last time you received recognition for a job well done. It probably made you stand a little
You’ve made the hire, but have you set them up for success? See how to reduce turnover and increase employee confidence with a consistent onboarding plan.
We’ve heard it again and again from clients over the last year. Competition for top talent is tougher than ever
Employee engagement is a measure of how much employees are invested in their work and the organization. Engaged employees: An
As a business owner, you know that turnover is expensive and stressful. Every employee is an investment for your business,
Employee engagement surveys are vital for keeping tabs on how your employees are doing and improving the morale of your
You distributed your open job online, sat through a ton of interviews, evaluated your best candidates, and made a hire.
In a job seeker’s market, attracting and hiring qualified candidates is more competitive than ever before. As an employer, you
In CareerPlug’s fifth annual Recruiting Metrics Report, we continue to analyze our hiring data to shed light on hiring metrics
Have you ever had a hiring emergency? You know, when you unexpectedly have a position open up that you need
People are the heart of your business. Good employees are the driving force behind innovation, productivity, and ultimately, your organization’s
One of the most important aspects of running a business is hiring and retaining the right people. As you may
You made a new hire! Hooray! What comes next, however, can be the ultimate party pooper: new hire paperwork. This
You know that having open roles within your business can be stressful. And when you find that perfect candidate to
CareerPlug’s annual Candidate Experience Report sheds light on what job seekers are looking for in a hiring process. Employers can
As a business owner or manager, you’ve probably got an always growing to-do list, and hiring new employees is just
Every day, CareerPlug clients reach out to our team of experts to ask what they can do to improve their
Conducting interviews is a nonnegotiable step in a hiring process and the best way to get to know your candidates
Another year in the books means another opportunity to look back on the journey of the last 12 months. 2023
The most valuable step in hiring happens before the job posting goes live – where you consider both the gaps
Note: The following is an excerpt from How to Hire, the new book by CareerPlug CEO, Clint Smith. To build a truly
So you have an open position and you’re ready to start the hiring process. You’re a great company and this
Here are some employee testimonial examples that offer insights on how to buff up your recruitment marketing.
Employers may fondly remember the days when you could just post a job online, sit back and watch the applicants
Here’s the dream hiring scenario: you have an open position and a perfect candidate walks through the door and charms
One of the first steps to take when you have an open role to fill is writing a job description
Sometimes hiring managers get stuck in the cycle of hiring for necessity in order to fill a position quickly, rather
Note: The following is an excerpt from How to Hire, the new book by CareerPlug CEO, Clint Smith. Interviews, Not
As part of a wave of new pay transparency laws across the country, New York is the latest state to
The number one challenge facing business owners is the same as it’s always been: attracting and hiring the right people.
CareerPlug is excited to announce that we are officially a Gold Partner with Indeed, a status only given to the
Hiring starts with culture. Culture, more than anything else, is what attracts people to a company – and what keeps
A cornerstone of CareerPlug’s hiring philosophy is hiring for growth potential. This means hiring someone not based on what jobs
Your job posting is your first official gatekeeper, the first impression you make on job seekers, and the first step
Businesses are feeling the pressure of an ongoing struggle for top talent. In a tight labor market, there’s a lot
Did you know that by 2025, Gen Z will make up 25% of the workforce? As the talent pool gets
PRESS RELEASE – August 8, 2023. CareerPlug is excited to announce the release of How to Hire: The Essential Guide
With ongoing shifts in the labor market and ever-evolving technology to make running a business easier, it’s no surprise that
As a busy employer or manager, hiring is just one of the many important things on your ever growing to-do
It’s hard to describe the challenges of balancing work and motherhood or to fully explain the difficulty of looking for
The job market has rapidly changed over the last few years, and as an employer, it can be hard to
The restaurant industry is high energy and fast-paced. When you have an open role in your restaurant, you most likely
Your employees deserve feedback, and as an employer or manager, it’s up to you to give it to them. Some
We’ve seen a lot of change in the hiring space over the last few years. The pandemic caused mass layoffs
What really matters in hiring is meeting the right person and getting them excited to join your team. But, in
If you’ve recently posted a job that has gotten fewer applicants than anticipated, you might be wondering what went wrong.
A great hiring process helps you effectively evaluate candidates and choose the right person for an open role. On the
If you’re like most business owners, hiring is just one of the many important items on your ever growing to-do
For many business owners over the past year, making the right hires has become a challenging task. Recently, the number
It’s been nearly three years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, and in many ways, life feels a bit
As an employer, keeping up with ever-changing hiring trends can feel nearly impossible. But staying up to date is crucial
With each new year comes the opportunity to take a look back on the previous twelve months and reflect on
Business owners in the direct care (or home care) industry know that while their work can be incredibly rewarding, it
The value of candidate evaluation cannot be understated. Your team is the heart of your business and good hires have
We’ve heard the same concern from many clients again and again this year: Employers are struggling with lower applicant counts
With the steady growth of the insurance industry, insurance agents are in high demand, and recruiting insurance agents can be
You need your open role filled fast, so it’s hard not to get excited when a qualified candidate sends in
Anyone that has ever followed a health regimen will tell you this: It isn’t easy! And fitness businesses that are
The babies of Generation Z are growing up quickly. With most of them now hovering between 20-25 years old, they
A new workplace trend is quickly making its way around the internet – a term called “quiet quitting.” Have you
Running a home care agency is hard — but it doesn’t need to be as hard as it is. I’ve
At some point, you’ve probably heard this advice passed down from hiring manager to hiring manager throughout the ages: “Unexplained
We all know what branding means in terms of marketing: it’s your company’s identity and what distinguishes your business from
There’s an expensive problem business owners struggle with today. I’m talking about the “T” word: turnover. Just how much is
In our recent Toxic Work Environment Report, we found that 86% of employees have experienced a workplace where a negative
Hiring myths have a way of spreading like urban legends around a campfire. While urban legends are typically harmless, falling
At CareerPlug, we like to keep our finger on the pulse of recruitment trends – the good, the bad, and
Interviews can be nerve-racking for both the candidate and the interviewer. Both parties want to make a good first impression
You’ve found the perfect person to fill your open role. They’ve made it through the application process and assessments. They
Today’s hiring landscape has brought big concerns to employers everywhere. Talent is scarce and attracting the right candidates has never
Creating a great job posting and getting it in front of the right people is just one piece of the
Hopefully, you’re a business owner that’s determined to create a great place to work. If so, you’ve probably already realized
Many businesses are moving in a positive direction when it comes to diversity in the workplace. This is great for
If you run a restaurant or work in one, you’ve likely experienced the effects of the current restaurant worker shortage
Toxic work environments – this term was first used to describe literally toxic workplaces where dangerous working conditions and chemical
In our annual Recruiting Metrics Report, we found that one the best sources of high-quality applicants wasn’t job boards –
In this webinar, CareerPlug’s Senior Director of People, Natalie Morgan, sat down with an expert panel from the home and
You’ve got some candidates rolling in and you’re ready to review resumes. That’s great! You’re one step closer to filling
Take an inside look at CareerPlug’s hiring process. See how our hiring process has evolved, what steps you should complete before you post your job, and what steps are in our hiring process.
When you have an open role to fill, going to major job boards like Indeed is a logical first step.
As the Hispanic community continues to grow, demand for top bilingual employees is sure to grow with it. How can you stay competitive when attracting and recruiting Spanish speakers? Read our blog post to learn five simple ways to attract top Spanish-speaking talent.
Your business is personal. The people you entrust to operate your organization should create an environment that fosters positivity and
As a hiring software company, it’s important for us to stay up to date on the latest hiring and retention
Austin Casey, founder and CEO of sales management software company, BidClips, shared the impact that CareerPlug has made on their
Competition for candidates remains fierce, and employers are finding it hard to keep up and recruit the talent they’re after.
No, you’re not imagining things: You’ve likely been receiving fewer applicants for your job postings lately. Our recent Recruiting Metrics Report
There’s no denying that technology has improved hiring for both businesses and candidates alike. An applicant tracking system eliminates spreadsheets
Your careers page’s is the hub of your employer brand. A strong careers site compels job seekers to apply while a weak one can deter job seekers from applying
Though the last couple of years were stressful for most, if anything good came out of the pandemic era, it’s
In 2020, it was estimated that over 3.6 billion people were using social media worldwide and this number is expected
Any business knows how important reviews are for their brand. Reviews give customers a clearer idea of the products or
It’s no secret that making the right hires is crucial for running a successful business. A consistent hiring process helps
Every business owner wants to create a great place to work for their employees, but being a great place to
CareerPlug is on a mission to help employers hire and develop the right people. As a part of this mission,
Every hire you make for your business is important. The right person can bring your team to new levels of
What is Passive Recruiting? Passive recruiting refers to the candidates who aren’t actively pursuing a new job, but could be
As any HR professional can tell you, attracting top talent in today’s competitive job market is no easy task. Nowadays,
If you’re a business owner, then you’ve faced many challenges over the last couple of years. Recruitment and retention have been
The ultimate goal of every hiring process is to find the right person for your team. In the best case
Recruiting and retention are two big challenges faced by all business owners, including franchisees. Most franchisees rely on playbooks from
2021 came and went before most of us were finished processing 2020. Along with it, interesting trends in the labor
Imagine it: Productive and satisfied employees that are engaged in your business and stick around for the long haul. It’s
For home care business owners, making the right hires during a pandemic is no easy task. The labor market continues
At CareerPlug, we want to make hiring easier, which is why text recruiting is an important part of our hiring
You’ve made it through the time-consuming stages of the hiring process, from job posting to interviews, to candidate evaluations. You’ve
Pay transparency refers to the way employers communicate with job seekers and candidates about compensation for a role. Being up
Interviews are the heart of the recruitment process. They are the gateway to what could be lifelong employees, great coworkers,
At CareerPlug, we’re on a mission to empower people to reach their full potential. One way we do this is
Many employers and HR professionals are beginning to realize the role the candidate experience plays in a business’s ability to
We’ve all been there. We’ve all been on the job search at some time or another. We’ve all spent hours
Throughout 2021, businesses across the country have been reopening at a steady pace, but it’s clear the pandemic has changed
Scheduling shifts can be tricky, especially if you’re working with a small team. Creating the perfect schedule that will keep
Performance Improvement Plans are metaphorical death sentences in the workplace. Many managers and employees view Performance Improvement Plans as a
As hiring experts, we know how important it is to make good hiring decisions. Without the right people in the
As businesses realize the importance of building and sustaining diverse teams, diversity recruitment has become a high priority for business
An outside sales representative can bring new growth and opportunities for your business, but knowing the right hiring strategies is
A person’s resume only tells you so much – it doesn’t paint the full picture of who the person really
If you want to own a business, but don’t want to take on the risk that comes with building a
Developing strong interviewer skills is key to converting the most highly qualified candidates into hires. A 2021 CareerPlug study found
We all know that hiring and recruiting can be an expensive cost for any business — both in terms of time
In 2007, Clint Smith started CareerPlug with the simple idea that it should be easier for small business owners to
COVID-19 has changed the way we do business. Many small businesses are adjusting the way they sell, the way their
Your core values signify what you, as a company, prize more than anything. They should guide everything that you do.
PRESS RELEASE — CareerPlug today announced that Jenny Leman, CareerPlug’s Senior Director of Client Operations, will be stepping into her
There’s no single answer to solving the caregiver turnover crisis; however, there are things you can do to tip the
There’s no sugarcoating it: 2020 was a hard year. When we face challenges as a business, we know we need
Effective employee onboarding is critical to the success of your new hire and your organization as a whole. A 2015
2020 has been a year unlike any other. Unless you’ve been living under a rock – in which case, we
It can be easy for small business owners to overlook the importance of creating a great candidate experience. It’s completely
For industries like retail, increased demand for seasonal employees in Q4 is a holiday tradition as cherished as pumpkin pie.
This past year business owners were left with the ultimate opportunity to become more nimble & creative than ever before.
CareerPlug interviewed Bill Moseley, a Regional Recruiter for a Big O Tires franchisee, to learn more about how an applicant
PRESS RELEASE – CareerPlug and myCNAjobs announce the launch of a partnership to drive high volume hiring for home care
There is no question that COVID-19 has impacted the way businesses hire and recruit in 2020. Have you taken the
What will work look like after COVID-19? By now, most businesses around the world have had to adapt to the
When COVID-19 hit Austin, Texas, in March 2020, CareerPlug closed its office doors. Employees gathered their laptops, monitors, desk knick-knacks,
CareerPlug’s applicant tracking system (ATS) helps thousands of State Farm Agents make the right hires, year after year. Of course,
CareerPlug teamed up with F45 Training and Mindbody to take a deep dive into recruiting for the fitness industry. In
While COVID-19 business shutdowns have resulted in unemployment for many industries, the home health care industry is poised for growth.
CareerPlug has partnered with ZipRecruiter to explore trends, challenges, opportunities in the COVID-19 landscape, as well as share hiring best
In May 2020, CareerPlug surveyed 500 American workers across a range of industries to better understand how their employment and
PRESS RELEASE — CareerPlug and ZipRecruiter today announced the launch of a partnership to offer CareerPlug clients free sponsored distribution
CareerPlug and Home Care Pulse have teamed up to take a deep dive into the current hiring landscape for the
As more businesses plan to reopen in the coming weeks and months, boomerang employees are on the minds of many
As the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) partner for State Farm, CareerPlug serves thousands of State Farm Agents in their hiring
After weeks of new jobs disappearing from the job boards, job postings are starting to trend back upwards. However, applicant
As many businesses plan to expand their operations again or completely reopen their doors when the time is right, there
PRESS RELEASE – CareerPlug is launching Hire Up, an initiative to help businesses rebuild and displaced job seekers find work
In the video below, CareerPlug’s Director of HR, Natalie Morgan, shares her thoughts on what employers can do now to
The threat of the coronavirus outbreak spread rapidly across the U.S. In one week, we went from the directive “wash
In a recent post, we discussed how to adjust to a remote hiring process due to the escalation of the
On March 20, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security announced new flexibility in requirements to the document inspection procedures outlined
Many businesses had never conducted remote interviews prior to the COVID-19 crisis. Now, faced with mandatory social distancing measures, these
Introducing CareerPlug’s Hiring Opinions As hiring experts, we at CareerPlug have developed what we call our Opinionated Approach to hiring.
In the first installment of this blog series on hiring bias, we discussed how to become aware of nine of
CareerPlug is excited to announce that we have been recognized as a Star Partner with Indeed! As a Star Partner,
Let’s start by acknowledging that everyone has unconscious bias — even you (yes, you). As humans, we are very social animals
Preparation is essential to executing your business goals in 2020. Here are five recruiting and hiring trends that can help you prepare for the future.
Talent means nothing in your company if the people don’t align with the culture. Learn how hiring for culture fit can increase job satisfaction and reduce turnover.
Growth potential is key in order to look beyond a resume and identify emerging talent. Learn how soft skills, motivation, and other factors play into hiring great talent.
Proper reference and background checks are critical for new hires, see how our director of HR handles this process step by step.
This week our CEO takes a look at how having a simple job application can have dramatic results for your applicant conversion rate.
The world of employment laws and compliance can be daunting, especially when you’re hiring for the first time or don’t
You just made a job offer and your top candidate accepted! You’re excited, and maybe you even feel a bit
Remarketing to applicants can be a great way to create a candidate pool when you are growing your staff in position you previously hired for.
Download to see resources and tips that can help you use job compensation to find more of the right candidates.
Compensation can be a tricky subject for most employers, especially when it comes to hiring. Here are tips to help you confidently show off comepensation.
Download the template to better identify ideal candidates! The first step in a great hiring process should be putting together
Download the 30-60-90 Day Onboarding Checklist and successfully onboard your new hires! Often times, the onboarding process is overlooked. You
Download this guide and unlock your recruiting potential! Attracting, identifying, and hiring the best talent is a challenging competition in
Referred candidates serve as the top source of all hires so it’s no coincidence that creating a great employee referral
You’re hiring and you’ve done your homework. You’ve crafted a compelling careers page. You’ve built a great job description. You’ve
You’re in a pinch, you need to make a hire, but you can’t find any quality candidates. The hire you
When you are a business owner or manage small business, it can be tough to dedicate time to hiring and
Unemployment is below 4% making today’s job market, a job seeker market. What does that mean for your company? It
Many companies will start hiring the majority of their new employees in January and February as soon as their Q1
At some point you may realize that you have maximized your business’ production based on your resources. You may even
Hiring is a full-time job. Most franchise owners are busy running their business and don’t have much time to spend
At CareerPlug, we’re always trying to help our clients get more applicants and make the best possible hiring decisions. Based
We’re proud of our standing in the restaurant franchise community as a top recruiting platform, and we partner with more
In the competitive restaurant industry, having enough staff can make or break success. Even for restaurants with a popular menu
You know you need to train your employees but you’re worried you won’t capture every small detail about what it
The Importance of People at Each Step In February, I attended the International Franchise Association (IFA) conference in Phoenix. One
This might be the most important question you ask yourself this year. There are three essential components of a successful
Austin is home to an impressive restaurant scene and a number of fast-growing chains, including Torchy’s Tacos, Hopdoddy, and Alamo
If you make consistently great hires, your business is more likely to be successful. And as a small business owner
Hiring a superstar to join your team could be your company’s most important sale. Revenue is critical, but your people
Better yet…How many stars would your applicants give it? How about your hiring managers? Or your leaders? Your new hires?
Thousands of companies are hiring at this very moment. Some of them are your direct competitors. But this isn’t your
Fishing for the Perfect Hire The right candidate will rarely walk through your front door right when you need them.
The Job Search Process Has Changed Remember when it was common for companies to hang a “Help Wanted” sign in
Regional grocery stores face a unique set of hiring challenges. From stockers to cashiers to deli workers, employees are the
What the Holidays Mean for Fitness Clubs With the holiday season just around the corner, it’s not too long before
Seasonal Hiring Demand As a retailer, you know that there are certain spikes in seasonal demand within your business. The
In the hospitality industry, making a hire not only impacts your bottom line, but the guest’s experience. Each decision an
Turnover Challenges in Retail Hiring in the retail industry is challenging. Management consulting firm, The Hays Group, estimates turnover among
Unceasing Importance of the In-Store Experience It’s clear that the trend from in-store to online shopping has accelerated. However, this
Sprint Wireless Retailers The wireless industry is growing with consumer demand, and employment opportunities are more abundant than ever. Wireless
Separate Workflows for Hiring Restaurant Managers and Recruiting Team Members Restaurateurs take various approaches to recruiting great talent, but what some may not
Walk into any Chick-fil-A location and you will enjoy not only a delicious chicken sandwich, but an unrivaled customer service
When it comes to how much brand freedom a franchisee should have, franchisors have mixed emotions. While some franchisors feel
There are many hats you need to wear as a restaurant owner or manager. You have to manage inventory control,
Insurance agencies depend on having the right people in place to grow their business. But while agents often have strong
Today, one out of every five Americans pays for a gym membership and across the country, new fitness centers and
Last week the CareerPlug team attended the 6th Annual Foster Angels Appreciation Luncheon – an event honoring exemplary caseworkers and foster
Franchisors have valuable data, insights, and best practices to support franchisees with almost any area of the franchised business model,
Why Restaurants Need a Clear Recruiting Process Savvy restaurateurs know that processes are the key to achieving consistency within their businesses.
Franchise Recruiting Issues Franchises know it best, employing the right people can mean the difference between success or failure in
“CareerPlug has found me more applicants and applicants of higher quality than I have found through any other medium.” -Atomic
Employee Satisfaction and Customer Satisfaction Experienced restaurant owners know that great team members are the lifeblood of their business. Consistently hiring
How to Get More Fitness Job Applicants While fitness professionals know the importance of preparing well for a workout and
How High is Auto Dealership Employee Turnover? All too often, we hear dealership managers lament the costs of turnover from
Excellent candidate communication is a key indicator of a successful hiring process. However, all that can be for naught if
Today’s workforce operates at the speed of light, every minute of the workday is strategically planned. The wireless industry strives
On behalf of the entire CareerPlug Team, we would like to thank YOU for being part of our amazing 2015! We’ve had
Because the hiring process doesn’t always work out perfectly, you’re bound to have worked with a not so great employee
You know that your employees are just as valuable as your customers, if not moreso. Your team is the front-line
Retaining the best employees can be a challenge for today’s business owners. According to the Harvard Business Review, 80% of
Earlier this month we launched our first (free) ebook on Building a Talent Magnet! It’s all about what we’ve learned helping
I like you, you retweet me, we tell our network about what we’re doing this weekend. Whether your personal life
Have you ever applied to a job and an hour into the thirty question application wondered if it was worth
Optimizing Your Job Description In the past few years, many employers have followed the ‘more is better’ concept when it
Indeed is the #1 job site in the world with over 180 million unique job seekers visiting the site each
It’s always gratifying to hear from happy clients! Recently we heard from Sarah Kerr at Soccer Shots Knoxville about the
Respect and success work hand in hand in the office, in fact they’re dependent on one another. Office mannerisms, or
We already know a bad hire can cost your company a lot of money, but there is more than just your
The world of retail can be unpredictable and fast-paced, and skilled retail employees are valuable company resources. Identifying candidates that have what
Separating yourself from other candidates when applying for a job can be difficult. Recruiters generally have a vast talent pool
At CareerPlug we love hearing about success from happy clients! This one comes from Rally deLeon, Operator at Chick-fil-A at
Have you ever had an employee that showed so much promise, you couldn’t help but be excited about their career
The summer is here and recruiters are looking for top talent to hire. Recent college graduates are among the most
Think back to your first day at your company (if you’re the founder, pull an employee aside) … what was it
Though manager and leader seem like interchangeable titles, your employees with experience in both can tell you the difference. Both
If you are trying to strengthen the bond between your company and your community, there’s no better way than giving
Location, Proximity, Distance … all words that no longer stand in your way when trying to hire a candidate. Today’s
When you solve a math problem you know there are multiple ways to work through the equation for an answer.
Yes, this is an Aladdin reference. Aladdin was a street rat with a penchant for stealing and adventure … living
While phone screens are becoming a more common hiring practice, they are still an underutilized part of the hiring process
By definition, a pessimist is a person who habitually sees or anticipates the worst or is disposed to be gloomy.
One of our core values at CareerPlug is Give Back and this year we’ve started something special to honor that
Are you ready to address the elephant in the room? Performance reviews are where managers and employees can lay it all on
For the most part, company’s have some system of hierarchy. From the intern to the president, everyone has their own tasks and
You hire the polite student with good work ethic. But slowly their behavior begins to change… and not for the
If you’re not conducting interviews every week, you need to prepare as much as the candidate. That means not only
For me, there is little worse than not understanding what’s going on. Being confused at work is frustrating and stressful.
Let’s jump to conclusions: Just because you’re not hiring doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be recruiting. Yep, read it again. Scenario: Your A-player decides
You might think all you need is an open position and candidates will be stampeding your doors to get the
This post was contributed by Saint Jude Retreats. Are you on the fence about a hiring decision because the applicant
One of your most valuable tools as a job seeker is an informational interview. Not only is it great for
Andy Adams is a Sr. Account Executive with CareerPlug, whose background includes extensive recruiting experience. He has spent time in
CareerPlug was built around one idea: to make hiring easier. After all, isn’t that why you look for an applicant
As an Employer seeking new talent, you want a candidate that is going to knock the rest of the applicants
Andy Adams is a Sr. Account Executive with CareerPlug, whose background includes extensive recruiting experience. He has spent time in
You open your calendar on Monday morning and look ahead at your day. Meeting in a half hour, meeting over
Here’s to a fun weekend sendoff… 1. Weird Job: Human Prop. Families, like the Mueller family from Tampa, Florida, move into
With 2015 only a few days away, many of us are partaking in the traditions of reflection and resolution. Personally
Regardless if you are a company employee or the owner of your own business, you should strive to become a
Andy Adams is a Sr. Account Executive with CareerPlug, whose background includes extensive recruiting experience. He has spent time in
Software Advice, the Austin-based resource for software buyers, recently released their analysis of HR Software Considerations for 2014. You can
Andy Adams is a Sr. Account Executive with CareerPlug, whose background includes extensive recruiting experience. He has spent time in
This post was researched and written by Justin Zuniga, Careerplug’s sales & marketing intern. Social Media is the powerhouse
You have spent time building and maintaining a great team for your business and everything is running smoothly – or
Well, there are plenty of reasonable and innovative answers to this questions. Listening to your team and utilizing their creativity
This Friday we’re pleased to introduce you to Sare’ Arnold from Enterprise Holdings. Sare’ graciously took the time to talk about
A national dialogue about mental health issues has been growing in recent years. More celebrities are opening up about struggles
From writing a daily or weekly to-do list to committing to a marathon training schedule, most of us regularly set
This Friday we caught up with Teri-Anne Brennan, a Group Talent Acquisition Manager for Enterprise Holdings in South Florida. She was gracious
Admittedly, this probably isn’t the first question you’re going to ask when evaluating your business. Compared to profitable, efficient, or
Clint Smith is the founder & president of CareerPlug. This month we’ve asked him to share his thoughts about one of
Meet Lori Janko Wilke: a long-standing State Farm Agent from the Illinois Valley. Lori graciously took the time to talk
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5: AUTOMATE
Hiring is hard, but partnering with us makes it easier. From posting jobs to scheduling interviews, CareerPlug allows you to automate certain parts of the process to improve your results and save you time.
3: EVALUATE
Once you think you have found the right person, use our reference and background check resources to verify them. Then, send an electronic offer letter from CareerPlug to close the deal!
4: HIRE
Use our prescreen questions and assessments to identify the best applicants. Then use our interview questions and scorecards to evaluate for the right things consistently.
2: COMMUNICATE
Use our notifications and automations to be the first to respond to qualified applicants. Send texts and emails from directly from CareerPlug to convert applicants to scheduled interviews.
1: ATTRACT
Use our templates to create an attractive careers page and job posting. Then promote it through our job board partners, as well as directly with your employees, customers, and social network.
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Originally from small town in central Texas, Ashley Johnson graduated from Texas State University in 2013 with a degree in Business Administration. She was hired by CareerPlug as a Talent Specialist in 2014, and moved up to ultimately lead the Recruitment Services team. From there, she pivoted to Implementation, and is now the Implementation Manager.
As the Implementation Manager, Ashley and 3 direct reports function as a transition between Sales and Partner Success in helping our clients get set up and established in our software. She spends her free time raising her 2 dogs, playing cornhole, and perfecting the art of charcuterie.
Manager of Partner Growth
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Director of UX & Product Design
Senior Director of Sales
Senior Director of Client Experience
Senior Director of People
Vice President of Product and Engineering
VP of Business Development
Chris accidentally started a 20-year career in franchising when he was 18 years old and took a job painting houses for College Pro Painters. That job turned into the ownership of his first franchise (a house painting franchise). While at Monmouth College in IL, he operated his business, played on the varsity football team, and studied to become a teacher.
The taste of entrepreneurship and desire to coach others led Chris deeper into franchising, working with a few franchise brands helping them grow their businesses. He lived in the Chicagoland area his entire life until recently moving his family to Austin, TX.
In his free time Chris coaches youth sports, especially youth football, and spends as much time as he can with his wife and 2 children.
President
Native to Texas, Jenny graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2004 and joined CareerPlug in 2017. She retired her first career path as a Registered Dietitian after 10 years, and has found her true belonging in business operations.
As CareerPlug’s President, Jenny leads all teams to an aligned effort toward achieving our vision. She works to build healthy and scalable internal systems to equip and empower the CareerPlug teams to bring their best for our clients. She loves contributing new ideas and rethinking the status quo. Jenny really connects with the company’s core values, but especially with our intent to “Keep Growing.”
In her non-work life, Jenny enjoys time with her family, playing drums and performing with the Austin Samba School, and finding excuses to be on the lake.
Founder & CEO
Clint founded CareerPlug in 2007 with the simple idea that there was a better way to help employers connect with quality applicants. Today Clint works every day to fulfill CareerPlug’s mission: Make Hiring Easier. Leading by example, Clint loves spending his time developing new ideas and teaching others.
After graduating from the University of Florida, Clint worked in investment banking and strategic marketing; both experiences influenced the development of CareerPlug. He also spent a year away from the business world teaching 5th grade in Boulder.
Clint is passionate about helping others succeed and is involved in numerous mentoring programs. He and his wife, Sarah, are also foster parents. Clint enjoys family time, beach volleyball, and outdoor adventures.
