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Hiring newbies with a positive attitude is better than hiring negative people with experience.

Curious about what industries are booming in our area? We've got the inside scoop on the latest hiring trends and the careers that are actively seeking talent. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or looking for a career shift, now's the time to find out who's hiring!

Opportunity

Big news, friends - our first full-time hire is coming on board next week. Here's how we approached this unconventional hiring process: 1. Lightning fast - Pinged him in the morning, had dinner together the same day 2. Vision alignment - Prioritize someone who truly gets what we're trying to achieve 3. Culture first - Focus on cultural fit before diving into skills 4. Genuine connection - Our dinner talk? LinkedIn, creators, family, and cricket - not the role 5. Ego at the door - Approached the conversation with humility and openness 6. Authenticity wins - Being easily approachable and open to real discussions The result? We found someone who feels like they've been part of our journey all along. I can't wait to see what we'll achieve together. Keep an eye on this space – I'll be sharing more about our new team member and our exciting plans soon. P.S. What's your best tip for welcoming a new hire?

Y’all ready for me to tell you about the biggest, best LinkedIn growth hack? I mean the one move that will get you all the impressions, all the engagement, a million new followers and connection requests, such that you’ll be digging out of a DM avalanche for weeks? Alright, here it is: Create a post announcing that you’re hiring a talent acquisition professional. Boom. You’re welcome.

Good opportunity

I've hired over 100 social media and content peeps and... My 5 🔝 traits I always search for when hiring: 1️⃣ Passion - they breathe, eat, and sleep in the social media and content world. 2️⃣ Self-starter - no hand-holding required. 3️⃣ Broad skillsets - I adore people who excel in one area but also possess a wide range of talents. 4️⃣ A maker - I'm all about hiring those who create and innovate on their own, even outside of a 9-to-5 job. 5️⃣ Humble team players - here's the deal, folks. No room for big egos on a social team. What traits do you look for? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Also - we are hiring! Let's talk!

🏆 I'm very happy that Plative has been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" for the 5th consecutive year! 🎉 What's the secret behind this recognition? Here's my take: Support the team: We jump in and roll up our sleeves to support each other. Promote growth: We're passionate about helping our team members grow, take on new challenges, and build their brand. Client-centric approach: Our commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients is unwavering. Culture of collaboration: We prioritize collaboration among our team, clients, and partners. Honesty above all: Transparency and honesty are two of my, and Platives core values Empathetic coaching: Coach with empathy, understanding that each individual's journey is unique. Creating a great workplace isn't only about perks and benefits—it's about fostering a culture where everyone thrives.

Opportunity

Plan to attend on 7 and 8 August 2024 and ask for an offer (info@sim-plement.com). It's worth it! This webinar is a great opportunity to learn or deepen the following skills: · Make better business decisions · Gain experience thinking about the overall impact of managerial decisions · Think more effectively about the links between different decision areas · Define economic goals and strategies for a dynamic environment · Understand the fundamentals of marketing · Analyse financial figures and put knowledge into practice · Learn to use business tools like cost accounting and income analysis · Maintain control over the business under uncertain conditions · Maintain overall control in difficult situations · Learn to think and act in an interdisciplinary way · Develop the ability to structure and solve problems · Develop an eye for the essential problems · Practice effective communication through visualization · Define and solve problems in teams through data-processed planning models We will be using a business simulation where the participants act as managers of a medium-sized manufacturer, aiming to improve the growth of the business. Besides making operational decisions for research & development, purchasing, production, marketing, finance, and human resources, participants also must demonstrate strategic management skills to optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of operational business processes. #businesssimulations #experientallearning