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Skills Gap and Other Key Issues Facing Candidates in Professional Job Markets

by Veronica Blatt

frustrated woman conducting job search on her laptopToday’s guest blogger is Tim Lane founder and director of Park Lane Recruitment based near Manchester UK. Park Lane Recruitment is a specialist recruiting firm in the technology space with niche areas of cybersecurity, fintech, space and defense IT, as well as generic IT sales, tech and managerial. Tim is currently serving as secretary/treasurer on the NPAworldwide board of directors and is a 30+ year veteran of the recruiting industry. In his post below, Tim addresses the current skills gap and other issues making it harder for candidates to find new roles.

So, you’ve got the degree, the ambition, and a LinkedIn profile that screams “hire me!” But as a candidate in the UK or USA’s professional sectors in 2025, you’re probably discovering that landing a job is less like a sprint and more like an obstacle course-complete with AI-powered hurdles and ever-shifting finish lines. Read the rest of this entry »

Attracting Candidates: It’s Not About Money

by Veronica Blatt

image of magnet drawing human figures to it representing the concept of attracting candidatesI happened to catch a webinar with Greg Doersching today on The Art of Attracting Candidates. Greg is an experienced recruitment trainer, and I always appreciate his practical, no-nonsense approach to the business. He is a favorite among our membership as well. Read the rest of this entry »

The Candidate Experience is Crucial to Recruitment Success

by Liz Carey

A stack of rocks balancing on one anotherRecruiters often focus on matching skills to roles, but there’s an often-overlooked aspect that plays a pivotal role in recruitment success—the candidate experience. This process not only affects the individuals applying but also has significant implications for the employer’s brand and the reputation of the recruiter. Let’s explore why enhancing this experience is crucial and how it can create a ripple effect, benefiting everyone involved. Read the rest of this entry »

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