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With so many online channels out there, it’s tricky to determine which will actually be helpful for your recruitment strategy. The popularity of social media platforms can rise and fall unexpectedly, making it a challenge to figure out which are worth the time on top of investing in your website’s Careers page.

As a remote-first company, we're always considering how to prioritize our team members' well-being and work to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We're proud to share that our investment in our people has led to recognition as one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for the 4th year in a row! "I am thrilled that RippleMatch has once again been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces by Inc. magazine,” said RippleMatch Director of People, Jackie Carlson. “Our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, diversity, and growth has been key to our success, and this award is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire team."

As we continue to help employers build diverse, top performing teams — and craft standout candidate experiences for internship and entry-level candidates that ensure all applicants feel valued as they enter the workforce —- we are also constantly investing in the incredible team that we’ve built internally that is motivated by our mission to change the status quo of early career hiring. That’s why we are so proud to announce that our standout workplace culture has been recognized by Inc. magazine, and that we’ve been named to its annual list of the Best Workplaces for 2023 — marking the third consecutive year that we have been recognized for this award.

Every year, Gen-Zers are making up a larger percentage of the workforce — but many talent acquisition teams are still struggling to find, engage, and hire the right early career talent for their roles.

The retail industry has undergone significant changes over the last few years — namely a shift to e-commerce sales — and to remain at the forefront of innovation in the industry, retail companies will need to invest in the next generation of talent and future leaders of the industry (Gen Z). While the industry was beginning to see a major change in consumer behavior and purchasing trends (away from brick-and-mortar stores) dating back to 2010, the pandemic accelerated the need for the retail industry to take its products online.

In today's economy, talent teams are shrinking and recruiters now have to do more with fewer resources. How can you give talent the best recruiting experience possible while still keeping your time and resources manageable? Campus recruiting software can help you reach more candidates while being a cost-effective option for you and your team.

The supply chain industry has been subject to unprecedented upheaval over the last few years, as the COVID-19 pandemic shut down factories and businesses across the globe, many of which are still struggling to return to their pre-pandemic pace. At the same time, the industry is expected to grow by nearly 10% over the next four years — and companies big and small will have to source top talent to both help them catch up, and keep up.

To reach the next generation of talent and compete for the best candidates across the country, early career recruiting teams have had to rethink the status quo, and get creative when it comes to connecting with Gen Z. Through standout internships full of meaningful projects, impacting entry-level programming, and authentic DE&I efforts, many early career recruiting teams are paving the way for the future of recruiting and crafting a better experience for those new to the workforce.

Today's job market is highly competitive, and attracting top talent can be especially difficult in a world where demands for young professionals with specialized skills and a desire for flexibility are increasing. However, it’s clear that to future-proof their organizations, companies today must be investing in the next generation of talent — Gen Z.