On this episode, Ryan Dull is joined by Mark Smith, Senior Director of Global Talent Acquisition at Medtronic. They discuss Mark’s journey in talent acquisition, Medtronic's transformation and the importance of growth mindset in leadership.
Key Takeaways:
(02:12) Mark’s career journey from the UK to leading global talent acquisition at Medtronic.
(07:20) Overview of Medtronic’s global operations, with 100,000 employees and 12-15,000 hires annually.
(09:42) Medtronic's ongoing transformation focusing on TA technology and employer brand.
(11:00) Challenges and opportunities in enhancing Medtronic's employer brand recognition.
(15:19) Importance of measuring TA performance through classical metrics and sentiment analysis.
(18:24) A vision for future TA leadership at Medtronic, emphasizing a growth mindset and adaptability.
(20:53) Advice for TA professionals on empowerment, trust and authenticity in leadership.
Resources Mentioned:
Mark Smith
https://www.linkedin.com/in/markedwardsmithta/
Medtronic
https://www.linkedin.com/company/medtronic/
Authentic Leadership by Bill George
https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Leadership-Rediscovering-Secrets-Creating/dp/0787975281/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.I94P9ytLxCwaeoqB5yA6lUoDdzJ-Xp2K363e76GQ6kiETZdKg7Vpu0xc5csVEgmn7UabW7SNAQv648gRc8UVDbDX3B-Ya_WGq44Eimdf6VrZpAlLxQea6MndEPRx7fWpBd3UXgquC9voVR-uUOdMUnFVlS_t8WBi1SlT3dsFXX-StoCns3ltBfiq812JcMcZ8-IbvMWI_K_K9n6C85NLTxxD3JLEfAI7SbGm1xfUNZY.cU4JgBjOu09JrHxG-Z8nKAuHicBGedg7ipg_p3KolHw&dib_tag=se&keywords=Authentic+Leadership+by+Bill+George&qid=1719928930&sr=8-1
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. -Dweck
https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034
The Score Takes Care of Itself by Bill Walsh
https://www.amazon.com/Score-Takes-Care-Itself-Philosophy/dp/1591843472
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