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The process of finding and hiring new employees.

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Recruitment

Example: “Our company is currently undergoing a recruitment drive to find fresh talent.”

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A person applying for a job or position.

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Candidate

Example: “We interviewed several candidates for the marketing role.”

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A document detailing a person’s work experience, qualifications, and skills.

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Resume/CV

Example: “Make sure to attach your resume when applying for the job.”

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A public notice or advertisement describing an available job position.

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Job posting

Example: “Have you seen the job posting for the IT specialist role?”

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Having the necessary skills and qualifications for a job.

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Qualified

Example: “She’s highly qualified for the position with her degree in finance.”

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Having practical knowledge gained through work or past roles.

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Experienced

Example: “We’re looking for an experienced project manager to lead our team.”

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Appropriate or right for a specific role or position.

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Suitable

Example: “Is he suitable for the customer service job?”

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Possessing qualities that make a candidate desirable in a competitive job market.

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Competitive

Example: “In today’s job market, being multilingual makes you more competitive.”

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To have a formal conversation with a candidate to assess their qualifications.

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Interview

Example: “We need to interview several candidates next week.”

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To select a small number of candidates from a larger group for further consideration

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Shortlist

Example: “We’ve shortlisted three candidates for the final round of interviews.”

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To employ or engage someone for a job or position.

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Hire

Example: “They decided to hire her as the new marketing manager.”

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To evaluate and check the qualifications of job applicants.

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Screen

Example: “We need to screen the applications to identify suitable candidates.”

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Doing something with close attention and consideration.

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Carefully

  • Example: “Review the resumes carefully to find the best fit.”
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Completing a task in a comprehensive and exhaustive manner.

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Thoroughly

Example: “We need to thoroughly check references before hiring.”

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Completing a task with speed and efficiency.

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Quickly

Example: “The company wants to fill the position quickly.”

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Completing a task in a productive and effective manner.

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Efficiently

Example: “They managed the recruitment process efficiently.”

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To investigate or evaluate a candidate or a company.

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Check out

  • Example: “We should check out their online presence before the interview.”
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To introduce or include someone in the hiring process.

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Bring in

Example: “Let’s bring in the department head to interview the final candidates.”

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To complete and submit a job application or form.

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Fill out

Example: “Please fill out this form to apply for the position.”

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To effectively communicate or convey information during an interview.

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Get across

Example: “She struggled to get her enthusiasm for the role across during the interview.”

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In agreement or having a shared understanding.

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On the same page

  • Example: “We need to make sure we’re on the same page when interviewing candidates.”
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To successfully get hired for a position.

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Land the job

Example: “I’m confident I’ll land the job with my experience.”

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To provide someone with an opportunity.

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Give someone a shot

  • Example: “Let’s give this young candidate a shot; they seem promising.”
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To establish oneself in a new job or role.

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Find one’s footing

Example: “It took me a few months to find my footing in the new position.”

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The series of steps used to evaluate job applicants.
Screening process Example: "Our screening process is quite thorough."
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A formal proposal to employ someone for a job position.
Job offer Example: "She received a job offer from a top tech company."
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A person or firm specialized in finding and recruiting employees for other companies.
Headhunter Example: "We hired a headhunter to help us find top talent for the position."
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The process of integrating and training new employees.
Onboarding Example: "Our onboarding program includes a week of training and orientation."
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The discussion between a candidate and the employer regarding the compensation package.
Salary negotiation Example: "He was satisfied with the salary negotiation and accepted the job offer."
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Having a strong desire to succeed and achieve goals.
Ambitious - Example: "We're looking for ambitious individuals who can drive our company forward."
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Capable of adjusting to new situations and challenges.
Adaptable Example: "In a rapidly changing industry, being adaptable is crucial."
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Having a friendly and pleasant personality.
Personable Example: "A personable demeanor is a significant asset in customer service roles."
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To establish and maintain professional contacts to aid in job searching.
Network - Example: "He networks extensively to find job opportunities."
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To assess the performance or qualifications of a candidate.
Evaluate Example: "We need to evaluate the skills of each applicant."
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To give less attention or effort to a particular candidate or aspect of the hiring process
Shortchange Example: "Don't shortchange any candidate; give everyone a fair chance."
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In a careful and thorough manner.
Meticulously - Example: "She reviewed the applications meticulously to identify the best fit."
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- Taking initiative and acting in advance to achieve a goal.
Proactively Example: "Proactively seek out potential candidates on social media."
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Considering the needs and feelings of others when making decisions.
Thoughtfully Example: "We need to approach this hiring process thoughtfully."
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In a way that is cautious and maintains confidentiality.
Discreetly Example: "Handle sensitive candidate information discreetly."
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To assess or evaluate someone's abilities or potential.
Size up - Example: "During the interview, he tried to size up the candidate's skills."
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To eliminate or remove unsuitable candidates from consideration.
Filter out Example: "We'll filter out the applications that don't meet our criteria."
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To hire or employ someone for a job.
Take on Example: "The company plans to take on several new employees next month."
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To hire and integrate a new employee into the company.
Bring on board Example: "We're excited to bring a new designer on board next week."
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Everyone is needed to help with a task or project
All hands on deck Example: "It's all hands on deck to find the right candidate for this role."
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To make a difficult decision or take an unpleasant action.
Bite the bullet Example: "We have to bite the bullet and let go of some underperforming employees."
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To approve or authorize someone for a task or role.
Give someone the green light Example: "The manager gave her the green light to lead the project."
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To rely entirely on one option or opportunity.
Put all one's eggs in one basket Example: "It's risky to put all our eggs in one basket and hire only from one source."
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The environment in which job seekers and employers interact.
Job market Example: "The job market is highly competitive for recent graduates."
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The process of contacting a candidate's provided references to verify qualifications.
Reference check Example: "We'll conduct a reference check before making the final decision."
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The additional benefits or advantages offered with a job, such as health insurance or flexible hours.
Perks Example: "The company's perks include free gym access and remote work options."
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The values, beliefs, and practices that define the work environment and atmosphere of a company.
Company culture Example: "Our company culture values teamwork and innovation."
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Having a forward-thinking and creative approach to problem-solving.
Innovative Example: "We're seeking innovative thinkers for our R&D department."
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Capable of adapting to different situations or needs.
Flexible Example: "Our company offers a flexible work schedule to accommodate employees."
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Having many different aspects or qualities.
Multifaceted Example: "This role is multifaceted and requires diverse skills."
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To make improvements or adjustments to a job description or hiring process.
Refine Example: "We need to refine our job posting to attract the right candidates."
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- To decline or turn down a candidate for a job position.
Reject Example: "Unfortunately, we had to reject a few candidates due to lack of experience."
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To conduct an initial assessment of candidates to determine if they meet basic qualifications.
Pre-screen Example: "We pre-screen applicants before inviting them for an interview."
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In a deep and significant manner.
Profoundly - Example: "The impact of a strong company culture can be profoundly positive."
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In a cooperative and team-oriented way.
Collaboratively Example: "We work collaboratively to ensure a smooth onboarding process."
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In a reliable and unchanging manner
Consistently Example: "He consistently meets and exceeds performance expectations."
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In a diligent and thorough manner.
Conscientiously Example: "We need to review resumes conscientiously to identify top candidates."
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To investigate in detail or examine something thoroughly.
Drill down - Example: "Let's drill down into the candidates' qualifications during the interview."
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To organize or resolve a problem or situation.
Sort out Example: "We need to sort out the issues with the hiring process."
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To contribute skills, qualities, or resources to a situation or job.
Bring to the table Example: "She brings a wealth of experience to the table."
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To remember or take into consideration during the decision-making process.
Bear in mind Example: "Bear in mind that the candidate may need time to relocate."
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It's your turn or responsibility to make a decision or take action.
The ball's in your court Example: "We've made our offer, and now the ball's in their court."
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To understand something that is not explicitly stated.
Read between the lines Example: "When interviewing candidates, you have to read between the lines to assess their true motivations."
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- In a challenging or uncomfortable situation where you have to make important decisions.
. In the hot seat - Example: "During the interviews, candidates often feel like they're in the hot seat."
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To act uninterested or less enthusiastic to make a candidate or employer more interested.
Play hard to get Example: "He's playing hard to get to negotiate a better salary."
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Training that occurs while an employee is actively performing their job.
On-the-job training Example: "Our company provides on-the-job training for new hires."
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The process of verifying a candidate's employment history, criminal record, and references.
Background check Example: "A thorough background check is essential before making a job offer."
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Someone actively looking for employment opportunities.
Job seeker Example: "Job seekers should be well-prepared for interviews."
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Personal attributes and interpersonal abilities that contribute to one's effectiveness in the workplace.
Soft skills Example: "We value candidates with strong soft skills like communication and teamwork."
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Able to find solutions and overcome challenges creatively.
Resourceful - Example: "We appreciate resourceful employees who can handle unexpected situations."
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Capable of adjusting to new situations and environments.
Adaptive Example: "In a rapidly changing industry, being adaptive is crucial."
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Taking initiative and acting before events or situations require it.
Proactive Example: "Proactive employees often come up with innovative ideas."
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To evaluate or examine a candidate's qualifications, skills, and fit for a position.
Assess - Example: "It's essential to assess both technical and soft skills during interviews."
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To make improvements or adjustments to job postings or interview processes.
Refine Example: "We should refine our job descriptions to attract the right talent."
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To introduce and familiarize new employees with the company's culture and policies.
Orient Example: "Our HR department will orient the new hires next week."
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To do something without enthusiasm or with minimal effort.
Go through the motions - Example: "He seemed to be just going through the motions during the interview."
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To reveal or discover information or insights.
Bring to light Example: "The interview process can bring to light a candidate's true abilities."
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To give one's opinion or input on a decision.
Weigh in on Example: "Let's ask the team to weigh in on the final candidate selection."
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To discuss and resolve specific issues or details related to hiring.
Hammer out details Example: "We need to hammer out the salary and benefits details with the candidate."
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To aim for a very ambitious goal or outcome.
Shoot for the moon Example: "When interviewing candidates, we should encourage them to shoot for the moon."
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