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Life at UKG
Unmasking Job Scams: How to Safeguard Yourself in the Digital Job Market
In our increasingly digital world, we are becoming more aware and vigilant of the risks of everyday activities. One scam that’s seen an uptick in recent years is the existence of fraudulent job offers, or job scams.
Life at UKG
World Health Day: U Krewers Share Their Stories
In honor of World Health Day, we’re shining a spotlight on three U Krewers who are part of our employee resource group CARES (Chronic Illnesses, Awareness, Resources, Education and Support).
Talent
How to Accommodate Neurodivergent Applicants: 5 Strategies for Ensuring Inclusive Recruitment
Inclusive recruitment recognizes the value of neurodiversity and aims to create a great workplace for all, where everyone can thrive.
Life at UKG
Networking Over Coffee: Your Guide to Making the Most of an Informal One-on-One
If you want to build your professional connections and relationships, having a thoughtful conversation over a cup of coffee is a great way to do it. This approach to networking is less formal than traditional networking events and can allow for more relaxed and natural conversations.
Life at UKG
To Celebrate Women's History Month, U Krewers Share Their Experiences at UKG
Get a glimpse into life at UKG as we celebrate Women's History Month through personal experiences and reflections shared by three inspiring U Krewers from the FIRE Up community, showcasing their journey, challenges, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Life at UKG
How to Best Prepare for a Behavioral Interview: 4 Easy Steps
This interview technique is a way for interviewers to get to know you and how your experience matches with the job you are interviewing for.
Talent
Great Leaders are Both Introverts and Extroverts
How individuals can demonstrate leadership using their own qualities of introversion and extroversion.
Talent
Driving Diversity and Inclusion in Recruitment with Community Hiring Initiatives
Is your organization looking to create a diverse and inclusive workforce? With the right mix of stakeholders, community hiring initiatives can source talent while also improving economic mobility and regional outcomes. Learn how to drive diversity and inclusion in recruitment with these tips for engaging leadership.
Life at UKG
Celebrating Black History Month at UKG: Reflections from Three U Krewers
Highlighting resilience, courage, and the profound impact of diversity within our vibrant workplace.
Life at UKG
How Three U Krewers in India Found Career Growth with UKG
U Krewers share their experiences with UKG’s continuous learning opportunities, innovation-driven programs and supportive environment for professional growth.
Talent
How Generative AI in Recruiting Will Revolutionize Talent Acquisition in 2024
You've heard about GenAI in the news, but do you know how it will revolutionize talent acquisition? See examples of how you can use GenAI in recruiting as a tool to find and hire candidates faster.
Life at UKG
Cracking the Code: Career Advice for Working in Tech
Three software engineers share what it’s like to work in tech.
Life at UKG
Unlocking Career Doors: The Ultimate Guide to a Standout LinkedIn Profile
Ten steps to build a standout LinkedIn profile that reflects your professional identity and opens doors to new opportunities.
Life at UKG
Curious About a Company’s Culture? Ask These 5 Questions
What questions can you ask the interviewer to really understand a company’s culture and management style?
Talent
The Need for Speed in Your Talent Acquisition Strategy
What’s driving the demand for fast hiring? Learn how to balance speed with your talent acquisition strategy using hiring software and HR automation.
Life at UKG
Celebrating Veterans, Service Members, and Allies at UKG
In honor of Veterans Day, three U Krewers share how the military has had a profound impact on their lives.
Talent
How To Quantify Recruitment ROI
Talent acquisition teams are leveraging new metrics for executive buy-in. Learn recruitment ROI formulas that can change your department’s perception from a cost center to a value driver.
Life at UKG
Defining Your Personal Brand: How to Unleash Your Potential
Five tips for refining your personal brand and making meaningful connections online.
