Hiring advice for employers
Practical guidance on writing clear requirements, reading CVs fairly, and hiring faster without sorting through a stack.
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How to build a talent pool with consent
Build a talent pool with consent: opt-in wording, UK, EU and US rules in outline, eight steps, fair use, cleaning and retention.
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Data protection impact assessments for hiring tools
When a hiring tool needs a data protection impact assessment, what to include, the risks to check and a template to fill in.
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How to reduce bias in resume screening: 15 practical steps
Reduce bias in resume and CV screening with 15 practical steps: written criteria, evidence, blind review limits, sample checks and records.
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How to build a hiring dashboard in a spreadsheet
Build a hiring dashboard in Excel or Google Sheets: columns, drop-downs, formulas, a monthly review routine and privacy rules.
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How to run a debrief meeting after interviews
Run a fair interview debrief: collect scores first, speak in order, use evidence, resolve differences and record the decision. Agenda and template.
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How to hire without an HR team: a simple process that works
No HR department? Use this seven-step hiring process with templates, a candidate sheet and a clear split of who does what.
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What a bad hire really costs, and how to lower the risk
Estimate the true cost of a bad hire with a simple worksheet, then lower the risk with ten practical controls and a fair, evidence-based process.
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Must-haves vs nice-to-haves: cutting your applicant pile without unfair filters
When a role attracts a large number of applications, the temptation is to cut the pile fast. Add a filter, reject anyone missing a keyword, and get down…
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What the EU AI Act means for hiring tools in 2026 (plain English, not legal advice)
This post is a plain-English overview, not legal advice. The rules are detailed, their timing has been the subject of proposals to change it, and how they apply…
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How to read market data before you open a role
Read labour market data before you open a role: official sources for the US, UK and EU, live adverts, your own records and a 45-minute method.