Too often candidates and employers make the hiring process much more complicated than it should be. The principle that more job seekers and hiring authorities should adopt is Occam’s razor, which advocates for simple assumptions to be used in the hiring process. Not only will this principle simplify the entire recruitment process, but it can also help employers find better candidates, and helps candidates better prepare for interviews. However, if you need further assistance in the hiring process, utilize our human resource consulting services which help candidates and employers find the best option for employment. Or, take a look below to learn more about how you can simplify the hiring process for yourself by not making complex assumptions.
Occam’s Razor and Making Simple Assumptions
William of Ockham created the problem-solving principle known as Occam’s razor, a theory that expresses a simplified way of coming to a more beneficial conclusion. His theory states that when considering the best possibility, the one with the fewest, or most simple, assumptions should be chosen. Today, this principle can be effectively used in the hiring process because it acts as a model for both candidates and employers to follow. For example, if more people made fewer assumptions during an interview, they would be able to get to key details more quickly and with less frustration. Not only would the recruitment process and interviewing be much more simple for both parties, but it would also provide better results.
Making Assumptions
Both the applicant and the hiring authority can benefit from making simple assumptions during the hiring process. Here’s how:
Candidates
Typically candidates make too many assumptions about their resume. These commonly incorrect presumptions are that their resume will be read, the person reading the resume will already know what to look for, and lastly that the reader will understand the message they are trying to convey. However, using Occam’s razor will allow candidates to better prepare their resume for what employers are actually looking for. Candidates should write their resume with the simple assertion that “I am a good employee and this is why.” This uncomplicated assumption will make their resume more clear and garner them more interview opportunities.
And when it comes to the interview process, applicants should remember to also keep things simple. Your main goal as a candidate is to sell yourself to your potential boss. By straightforwardly explaining “here’s what I’ve accomplished and done for others and here’s what I can do for you,” you’ll easily get the attention of your interviewer and have a better probability of being considered for the job.
Interviewers
Using the simple assumption theory also helps interviewers, or hiring authorities, make uncomplicated assumptions that alleviate the stress of recruiting a new employee. Employers should consider these four simple assumptions:
- Can the applicant do the job?
- Do I like the candidate?
- What are the risks associated with this applicant?
- Can we come to an agreement for compensation?
These questions are uncomplicated and direct which allows hiring authorities to make better decisions in a shorter amount of time. This simplifies the entire process and typically provides better end results as well.
Critical Thinking
Another crucial way to find the best candidate for an open position is to test their critical thinking skills. To do this, start by giving your prospective candidate a business-related problem that would pertain to your company. Then ask them to solve the problem and analyze their results. When doing this you want to look for two key things – what their answer is (if it’s right or wrong) and how they came to this solution. The most important thing to figure out is how they think, so look for creative and surprising responses that you think will be a good asset to bring to your company.
Also, don’t be afraid of politely pushing back during an interview. A critical thinker will defend their answer and give reasons to back up that defense. This shows the type of personality that is beneficial to have on your team and displays whether or not the candidate is confident in their own abilities.
Utilize Effective Human Resource Consulting Services
If the hiring process leaves you feeling overwhelmed, then connect with the experts at The Applied Companies. Our human resource consulting services are designed to help candidates and employers alike throughout the recruitment process. We help candidates find their ideal job and assist businesses in hiring appropriate employees. Whether you’re looking for a career or searching for the right candidate, we’re here for you. Connect with us today!
The Disadvantages of Collecting Unemployment Benefits
/in Business,, Career Tips, Community,, Community, Business,, Community, Employment, Business,, Employment,, Employment, Business,, Employment, HR Brain Teaser, Business, /by OCG CreativeCollecting unemployment is often necessary for some to get by financially – at least for a short period of time. With the recent pandemic, our nation has been fortunate enough to provide many workers who lost their jobs with some financial assistance. However, the benefits of unemployment compared to the benefits of full-time employment are meager. When you consider the opportunities and advantages of working versus collecting unemployment, the decision becomes quite obvious. Learn more about how the unemployment system works and why you might want to consider getting back to the grind.
The Opportunity Cost
Collecting unemployment benefits for an extended period results in the opportunity cost of not being able to grow within an organization. While you remain on unemployment, other job seekers are taking jobs, learning new skills, growing their network, and getting promoted. You also miss out on the opportunity to establish yourself as a serious employee and gain the experience you need to be successful in your career.
Willingness to Hire Now
Most businesses are finding it difficult to recruit possible candidates for their open positions, making them more willing to hire inexperienced applicants. Because of the lack of employment candidates available, hiring authorities are now more likely to hire and train even with minimal or no prior experience. Unfortunately, unemployment resources are temporary and your benefits will run out. Why wait until then to find employment when there are so many opportunities now? And there are no guarantees that will work will be available when you need it.
Time and Effort
Obtaining unemployment benefits doesn’t necessarily come easily and requires a bit of leg-work to maintain. Beneficiaries of unemployment payments must actively be looking for work. To do this, they’ll prepare and submit several job applications each week, which takes a considerable amount of time to complete. Also, keep in mind that unemployment beneficiaries have to accept the first job prospect that presents itself, even if the job is not desirable. This also means that the ability to look for more lucrative work is less probable.
Costly Tax Mistakes
With most jobs, employees don’t have to worry about taxes being withheld because their employer handles this for them. Unemployment payments are considered fully taxable income. However, federal tax laws do not require state unemployment agencies to withhold taxes from your unemployment check. It is your responsibility to ensure that your taxes are properly paid from your unemployment check. Failure to do so will likely result in a large tax bill, and without consistent pay, this could be impossible to pay.
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Unemployment Coming to an End? A Staffing Agency Can Help | Finding a Job During COVID-19
/in Business,, Career Tips, Community,, Community, Business,, Community, Employment, Business,, Community, Employment, Health & Wellness, Business,, Employment,, Employment, Business,, Employment, HR Brain Teaser, Business,, Hiring Advice, News /by OCG CreativeThe recent pandemic has left millions out of work and the unemployment rate has skyrocketed as a result. While there were additional funds granted to help aid the surge in unemployment, those funds are starting to dwindle. With unemployment coming to an end, people everywhere are starting to get back to work, but they’re having to find new jobs due to business closures and cut-backs. Fortunately, a great Reno staffing agency, such as The Applied Companies, can help. We’ll make finding a job during COVID-19 the least of your worries.
See how we can help you land the job you want by offering help with resume writing, interviews, skills testing, and more.
Resume Writing
Landing the perfect job takes a bit of preparation. Your resume presents potential employers with their first impression of you, so it’s crucial that it adequately reflects your skills and knowledge related to the position you’re applying for. Some resumes lack the information hiring executives are looking for, which means they’ll likely move on to the next candidate rather than give you a chance in an interview. Resumes should be kept short and concise to show the employer why you would be an asset to their company.
We’ll help job seekers write their resume to be tailored to the job position they’re applying for. By helping candidates highlight the assets and skills they have that are relevant to the position available, they have a greater chance of being considered for employment.
Interviewing
Interviewing is another critical step in the hiring process that needs to be mastered to get the job. This is where the employer gets a better understanding of who you are and what you can or cannot do for the company. It’s important to display your understanding of the industry and to present your most professional self to the interviewer.
The Applied Companies can help job seekers develop the confidence they need to navigate their way through the interview process. From learning how to act professionally to developing key communication skills, you’ll learn how to impress future employers and hopefully sell yourself as the best candidate for the job.
Skills Testing
Industry testing is one of the most beneficial services we provide job seekers as it helps determine a candidate’s skills. This will help the staffing agent identify your specific abilities and lead you to the job best suited for you. We can also give you suggestions and provide feedback for the areas that need improvement.
Benefits
Working with The Applied Companies to find a job during COVID-19 has many advantages, including the benefits that are available to some employees. TAC works with companies that provide benefits such as healthcare and retirement to employees. With the current pandemic and limited job opportunities, this is major for any job seeker.
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Assumptions in the Hiring Process Using Occam’s Razor
/in Blog Posts, Business,, Career Tips, Community, Employment, Business,, Employment, Business,, Hiring Advice /by OCG CreativeToo often candidates and employers make the hiring process much more complicated than it should be. The principle that more job seekers and hiring authorities should adopt is Occam’s razor, which advocates for simple assumptions to be used in the hiring process. Not only will this principle simplify the entire recruitment process, but it can also help employers find better candidates, and helps candidates better prepare for interviews. However, if you need further assistance in the hiring process, utilize our human resource consulting services which help candidates and employers find the best option for employment. Or, take a look below to learn more about how you can simplify the hiring process for yourself by not making complex assumptions.
Occam’s Razor and Making Simple Assumptions
William of Ockham created the problem-solving principle known as Occam’s razor, a theory that expresses a simplified way of coming to a more beneficial conclusion. His theory states that when considering the best possibility, the one with the fewest, or most simple, assumptions should be chosen. Today, this principle can be effectively used in the hiring process because it acts as a model for both candidates and employers to follow. For example, if more people made fewer assumptions during an interview, they would be able to get to key details more quickly and with less frustration. Not only would the recruitment process and interviewing be much more simple for both parties, but it would also provide better results.
Making Assumptions
Both the applicant and the hiring authority can benefit from making simple assumptions during the hiring process. Here’s how:
Candidates
Typically candidates make too many assumptions about their resume. These commonly incorrect presumptions are that their resume will be read, the person reading the resume will already know what to look for, and lastly that the reader will understand the message they are trying to convey. However, using Occam’s razor will allow candidates to better prepare their resume for what employers are actually looking for. Candidates should write their resume with the simple assertion that “I am a good employee and this is why.” This uncomplicated assumption will make their resume more clear and garner them more interview opportunities.
And when it comes to the interview process, applicants should remember to also keep things simple. Your main goal as a candidate is to sell yourself to your potential boss. By straightforwardly explaining “here’s what I’ve accomplished and done for others and here’s what I can do for you,” you’ll easily get the attention of your interviewer and have a better probability of being considered for the job.
Interviewers
Using the simple assumption theory also helps interviewers, or hiring authorities, make uncomplicated assumptions that alleviate the stress of recruiting a new employee. Employers should consider these four simple assumptions:
These questions are uncomplicated and direct which allows hiring authorities to make better decisions in a shorter amount of time. This simplifies the entire process and typically provides better end results as well.
Critical Thinking
Another crucial way to find the best candidate for an open position is to test their critical thinking skills. To do this, start by giving your prospective candidate a business-related problem that would pertain to your company. Then ask them to solve the problem and analyze their results. When doing this you want to look for two key things – what their answer is (if it’s right or wrong) and how they came to this solution. The most important thing to figure out is how they think, so look for creative and surprising responses that you think will be a good asset to bring to your company.
Also, don’t be afraid of politely pushing back during an interview. A critical thinker will defend their answer and give reasons to back up that defense. This shows the type of personality that is beneficial to have on your team and displays whether or not the candidate is confident in their own abilities.
Utilize Effective Human Resource Consulting Services
If the hiring process leaves you feeling overwhelmed, then connect with the experts at The Applied Companies. Our human resource consulting services are designed to help candidates and employers alike throughout the recruitment process. We help candidates find their ideal job and assist businesses in hiring appropriate employees. Whether you’re looking for a career or searching for the right candidate, we’re here for you. Connect with us today!
HR and Politics: Should Your Company Take a Political Stand?
/in Blog Posts, Business,, Management Best Practices /by The Applied CompaniesHow Businesses Get Involved in Politics
Generally, private sector employers may limit political discussions as well as asking for political donations in the workplace. Often, employees will confuse their First Amendment rights with rules inside the workplace. Rules regarding these issues are state-specific, and employers who seek to limit solicitation are encouraged to incorporate rules into a policy. However, employers may contribute what they want to political campaigns. But, is this a wise choice? Read more →
What Comes Next When You Don’t Get the Raise You Want?
/in Career Tips /by The Applied CompaniesHave a Plan
Even though your manager already has all your job-related data, you still need to present your case for a raise. Be ready to approach the issue professionally and to build an evidence-based case for your desired salary. Read more →
How to Write an Employee Manual Employees Will Read
/in Management Best Practices /by The Applied CompaniesYou put a lot of time and energy into your employee manual. It communicates vital company information and helps you keep your assets covered. But wouldn’t it be nice if your employees actually read it? Make it engaging and useful and they’ll take the time to read it, refer to it for simple questions and have a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities and your expectations.
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Spring Cleaning Applies at Work Too! Improve Productivity by Cleaning Your Workspace
/in Employment, /by The Applied CompaniesMaintaining a clean workspace on the job might seem like a large endeavor, but with regular attention, it doesn’t have to be. How can you invest your time to create an organized, efficient workspace around you?
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Three Keys to Make Better Hiring Decisions Now
/in Hiring Advice /by The Applied CompaniesA bad hire can kill productivity and morale and really set your organization back. Co-workers may come to feel resentful of a colleague who can’t do the job properly. Restarting the hiring process from replacing that bad hire is also a drain on productivity and adds to hiring costs. It can take months to really get back to speed after a bad hire.
Replacing a bad hire could cost your business tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars, between recruitment, relocation and training fees for the new employee, plus the disruption the increased turnover causes within your team and with your business. Fortunately, a great recruiting partner can help to significantly reduce the risk of a bad hire. Here’s how.
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Three Ways to Nurture Your Long-Term Career Growth
/in Career Tips /by The Applied CompaniesSpring is the season where nature returns to full bloom after a long winter. It’s a season of renewal and a chance to plant the foundation for growth in the months to come.
Since spring is a time of new beginnings, you might feel energized to search for new opportunities and land a new high-paying job in Reno. Before heading out on the job hunt, however, it’s important to lay down roots and make sure you have a direction for your career to grow.
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Three Ways a Recruiting Agency Helps Fast-Track Your Hiring Process
/in Hiring Advice /by The Applied CompaniesThe recruiting and hiring process can be time-intensive and require days and weeks of reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, performing background checks and much more. Your managers may end up becoming bogged down and fall behind in their day-to-day tasks if they have too much to deal with juggling their primary business and a hiring process.
If positions aren’t filled, company productivity may diminish as well. If a hire doesn’t work out, then the whole process needs to start over again. What can hiring managers do speed up the process, focus internally on their core business and find the right people for their hiring needs?
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