Suppose you are assembling a dream team of all-star basketball or football players. You look for skilled, talented individuals and try to make sure they can communicate and work together successfully. The same holds true in the business world. What are the keys to transforming a group of talented individuals into a cohesive group? In […]
3 Cost-Effective Hiring Strategies
In today’s talent market, attracting and retaining talent is a top business priority. But the hiring process can be time-consuming and expensive. However, you can achieve this without sacrificing quality of hire by implementing some of the three cost-effective hiring strategies I am sharing with you today. Hiring Strategy #1-Build a Strong Employer Brand Every company […]
Hire Smart: 4 Actionable Strategies
The current hiring landscape can feel like a Wild West shootout – everyone’s firing off applications, but very few are hitting the mark. A recent Korn Ferry report captures this atmosphere perfectly, stating it’s currently a “mad world hiring” experience for both employers and job seekers. So, how can we successfully navigate the current hiring […]
Bridging the Gap: Aligning Your Talent Strategy
The current job market presents a unique challenge for businesses: a persistent labor shortage exists alongside a record number of job openings. In a recent poll I ran, 91% of respondents said there appears to be a disconnect between low unemployment numbers and the current job market. Understanding America’s Labor Shortage, as explored by the […]
Navigating Change with Confidence
You have probably seen a meme with the quote from the Greek philosopher, “The only constant in life is change.” It feels true, especially now. While change is often a needed catalyst for progress, it can also be a source of apprehension. In this article, I’d like to share current change management strategies and give […]
Ghost Proof Your Job Search
Have you experienced the frustration of being ghosted after applying or interviewing for a position? I’ve heard a lot about this trend in my recent conversations with job seekers. To dive deeper into this issue, I conducted a poll on LinkedIn, which got over 150 responses. The results revealed that 69% of the respondents expressed […]
Competitive Advantage: Holistic Candidate and Employee EX
Attracting and retaining top performers requires a holistic approach that transcends salary expectations alone. Discerning candidates and employees prioritize meaningful experiences, which shape their perception of your company and influence their decisions. Today, I am sharing resources that can help inform your company about elevating your hiring and retention process. Why Candidate Experience Matters: Candidate […]
Unlocking Talent Development in a Changing World
The familiar ground beneath our feet has become a dynamic terrain for talent leaders. Some days, it feels as if the hiring landscape resembles a thrilling yet potentially perilous rollercoaster, propelled by diverse forces – from accelerating tech demands and remote work revolutions to economic uncertainties and ever-evolving skill requirements. In this month’s blog, we […]
Roaring Success: Cultivating Leadership Excellence
I recently came across a fascinating statistic from consultant Korn Ferry stating that 82% of executive recruiters cite leadership abilities, not specialized technical skills, as the critical factor in executive hires. This signals an organizational shift toward evaluating leadership potential and the skills that allow someone to inspire teams, adapt to complex situations, and guide […]
Cracking the Code: AI for Hiring
As artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities advance, we have an exciting opportunity to leverage these technologies to transform recruiting and hiring. In this article, we’ll explore how AI is reshaping talent acquisition and provide actionable tips for implementing AI to crack the code on hiring. Automation of Screening Assessments One of the most time-consuming parts of […]