Episode 91: Winning The War for Talent

In this insightful conversation, Karen and Richard Triggs explore the latest trends in talent acquisition, the importance of employer branding and the secrets to building a high-performance team. 

Key Takeaways 

Branding 

LinkedIn Profiles: Create strong, informative LinkedIn profiles for leaders to showcase the company culture and leadership style, making the organization more attractive to potential candidates. 

Website: Use the company website to highlight the organization's values, culture, mission, and employee experiences. 

Word-of-mouth: Encourage positive employee experiences to generate positive word-of-mouth referrals mouth from current and former employees. 

Effective Recruitment 

Clear Job Descriptions: Develop detailed job descriptions outlining the key responsibilities and qualifications required for the role. 

Referral Programs: Implement a robust referral program to leverage employee networks and attract high quality candidates. 

Quality Job Ads: Write compelling job ads that include contact information and key details about the role to encourage candidate engagement. 

Headhunting: Utilize headhunting services to attract and seek out passive candidates who may not be actively looking for new opportunities. 

Partner with Recruiters: Build long-term relationships and collaborate with experienced recruitment agencies to access a wider pool of talent, streamline the hiring process and ensure consistent talent delivery.  

Internal Recruitment: Internal recruitment teams are often challenged by heavy workloads and limited resources. They should have the necessary training, tools, and support to effectively communicate and collaborate with hiring managers.  

Candidate Experience 

Timely Communication: Respond promptly to applications and inquiries. Maintain timely communication with candidates throughout the hiring process. 

Transparent Process: Keep candidates informed about the recruitment process. 

Positive Experience: Create a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, even for unsuccessful applicants, to maintain a positive brand reputation. 

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