Lara Cohen, Author at Workwolf

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Leaders' advice

Balancing Strategic and Tactical HR: Insights from Elene Costan

In the fast-paced world of business growth and workforce management, the role of HR has evolved dramatically, requiring leaders to strike a balance between strategic vision and tactical execution. Elene Costan, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Berje Inc., exemplifies this balance through her work, overseeing HR practices that support both the immediate needs of the business and its long-term goals. In an insightful conversation with Workwolf, Elene shared how her approach to HR has driven impactful change at Berje, helping the company scale from 130 to 190 employees and manage a global acquisition. Here, we dive into her experiences…

Lara Cohen27 March 2025

Recruitment

Why the Best Candidates Are Ignored (And How to Fix It)

According to a report by Jobscan, 75% of resumes are never seen by a human because keyword-based ATS systems filter them out before reaching hiring managers. Many businesses rely on Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to streamline their hiring process. However, these systems often prioritize keywords over actual qualifications, leading to missed opportunities for top talent. While ATS platforms were designed to make recruitment more efficient, they frequently end up eliminating qualified candidates who don’t fit rigid keyword criteria. The Problem: Why Keyword-Based ATS Systems Hurt Your Business Most ATS platforms scan resumes for pre-set keywords, automatically rejecting those that don’t…

Lara Cohen13 March 2025

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Recruitment

The Resume is Dead: Why Smart Hiring Needs a Major Upgrade

The Hiring Crisis: Why Resumes No Longer Work Leading organizations are moving beyond resumes and adopting technology-driven solutions to identify top talent efficiently. AI-powered tools analyze thousands of data points to match candidates with job requirements based on verified skills, personality traits, and cognitive abilities. This reduces hiring bias and improves the likelihood of a successful placement, highlighting the future of data-driven hiring as a transformative force in recruitment. The Hidden Problems with Resumes Resumes may seem like a quick way to screen candidates, but they introduce major inefficiencies into the hiring process. Here’s why: 1. Resumes Are Unreliable and…

Lara Cohen5 March 2025