Talent and Growth - The Talent Acquisition Podcast

In our latest episode, we're thrilled to welcome Anna Chalon, the Head of People at Runway, who offers us a deep dive into their unique approach to hiring, setting up a people function and putting a strong emphasis on DEI. We explored the intricacies of establishing a structured interview process, uncovering the key elements needed for a successful, high-quality hiring system that maintains a low offer-out rate. Anna shares share invaluable insights into how their structured selection process has fostered Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the company. We delved into unconscious bias training and diversity audits, understanding the strategies that make a difference. Anna also shared her experience in diversity sourcing and intentionality in hiring, offering solutions for teams that lack diversity. Furthermore, we discussed the crucial topic of pay equity, especially when onboarding new roles, and delve into strategies for tracking attrition among diverse employees. A great episode with a great human being.

Get ready for a deep dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Ian Mullane, CEO of Keepme, as we explore the mind of a serial business leader in our latest T&G episode.   Ian shares his wealth of experience, providing insights on how he effectively manages multiple ventures while cultivating team loyalty and longevity. He reveals his secret strategies for identifying and attracting top talent across a diverse array of businesses and how his leadership style has evolved over the years.  We delve into how he maintains focus and inspires his team to stay true to their mission, despite the challenges of navigating different businesses and industries.   We also get personal, discussing setbacks and failures he's faced in his ventures, offering invaluable advice for those in similar situations.   And for those who aspire to tread the entrepreneurial path or lead businesses, Ian has a treasure trove of advice from his diverse and successful career.   

Embrace the future of work by joining our next Talent & Growth webinar, where we'll explore how to make remote cultures work. Learn how top companies navigate the challenges of communication, culture, and productivity in remote work environments and use them to attract the best talent.Our industry experts will share their experiences and insights on creating effective communication strategies, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement, and ensuring consistent productivity while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Discover the essential tools, platforms, and technologies that facilitate remote work and build connections among team members.Get ready to dive deep into strategies for onboarding, managing, and supporting remote employees, as well as promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in a virtual setting.Register now and master the art of thriving remote cultures in our Talent & Growth webinar!

In today’s episode, we have a conversation with the VP of People & Talent at Ashby, who provides a deep dive into the captivating concept of reverse sourcing. As we explore the unique culture and work environment at Ashby, we delve into the transformative shift from traditional sourcing methods to more innovative strategies. Our guest shares invaluable insights into the limitations of traditional sourcing and how reverse sourcing presents a compelling alternative. With detailed examples, the concept of reverse sourcing is unpacked, offering a fresh perspective on finding and hiring talent. We also explore the crucial role of job descriptions in this process, highlighting the importance of optimizing for plain language and ensuring discoverability. As our guest illustrates, the key to success in reverse sourcing lies in the intersection of SEO, algorithmic understanding, and strategic usage of platforms like LinkedIn and AdWords. This discussion also addresses how to drive potential candidates from their inboxes to job listings, revealing some effective strategies used in the industry. Additionally, we tackle potential challenges and obstacles in reverse sourcing and offer guidance on how to overcome them. Join us in this episode to discover how reverse sourcing could revolutionize your talent acquisition approach.

This week we host three people, two brothers and one great conversation on candidate experience! Beginning by establishing what exactly 'candidate experience' means, Chris, Kyle, and Mary draw upon their vast knowledge and first-hand experiences to dissect this often misconstrued concept. They discuss the critical moments in the candidate journey where a positive experience can significantly influence a candidate's perspective of the organization. As the conversation unfolds, the trio shed light on the ways businesses can quantify the value of the candidate experience. They delve into the long-term benefits of investing in the candidate journey and highlight the key metrics to track the success of these investments. Addressing the current debate of returning to the office post-pandemic, our guests offer insights into how this shift can influence the candidate experience journey. They provide practical advice for businesses navigating this new landscape, emphasizing the importance of adaptability. Our guests also connect the dots between candidate experience, overall employee experience, and the customer journey. They share their perspectives on how candidate feedback can be utilized not only to improve the employee experience but also to shape the customer journey. Their insights provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of the candidate journey and practical tips to elevate their own recruitment practices. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in enhancing their candidate experience and attracting the right talent. Tune in to gain practical insights from some of the leading voices in the industry.

Today we’re joined by Andrew Douglas Wood, Co-Founder and CEO of Willo, who brings fresh perspectives to the table with the concept of CV-less hiring. A visionary, Andrew details his journey from the corporate world to a mission of revolutionizing recruitment practices, challenging the status quo, and innovating beyond traditional boundaries. Andrew demystifies CV-less hiring, shedding light on its contrasts with conventional hiring methods and the transformative potential it holds for businesses. Through real-world examples, he demonstrates how companies have successfully adopted this approach and experienced its transformative effects on their recruitment outcomes. As we delve into the nuts and bolts of the transition from paper-based applications to CV-less hiring, Andrew touches on the influential role of automation and AI in this paradigm shift. Importantly, he addresses the pressing question of maintaining fairness and diversity in the hiring process when implementing a CV-less system, providing actionable insights for businesses looking to make this transition. Tune into this episode for a fascinating exploration of the CV-less hiring frontier. Whether you're contemplating making the shift or are simply keen to stay updated on the latest recruitment innovations, this conversation promises valuable insights and food for thought.

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Sandra Feldmann, an expert in creating compelling outreach campaigns for attracting top-notch talent. Sandra, whose diverse background spans across different realms of recruitment, currently lends her expertise to the team at Scandit as a Talent Acquisition Campaign Manager.  Diving deep into her strategy toolkit, Sandra shares her unique approach to designing outreach messages that cut through the noise. We discuss the nuances that make her outreach stand out, highlighting the importance of differentiation and the strategic use of collateral.  Sandra walks us through her creative process, sharing intriguing examples of her innovative strategies such as incorporating poetry, GIFs, and hyper-personalized elements. These tactics, she explains, are designed not just to capture attention, but to make candidates genuinely feel seen and appreciated.  Reflecting on the critical role of pre-outreach awareness, Sandra discusses how building interest in the organization before candidate contact can substantially bolster the effectiveness of her campaigns.   This episode offers a treasure trove of actionable strategies for those keen to elevate their candidate outreach. Join us for a deep-dive into the art of attracting talent in this engaging episode.  -------------------------- Shout out to our partners at Metaview.ai. Metaview is the AI assistant for interviewing. It completely eradicates the need for recruiters and hiring managers to take notes during interviews because their AI is designed to take world-class interview notes for you. I’ve been using it myself and absolutely loving it—especially for screening calls. Head over to www.metaview.ai to get started and be sure to mention Talent & Growth to get 10% off your first year of Metaview. 

In this engaging episode, we invite the dynamic duo from Speechmatics, Mikael Nilsson and David Field, to explore the intriguing concept of "Tom and Jerry" energy in the workplace. This lively conversation dives deep into their unique approach to People and Talent functions, reflecting on the thrilling dance between speed and rigor, process and flexibility, and healthy competition.    Throughout the discussion, Mikael and David share their diverse experiences and the impact these have had on shaping their roles and strategies at Speechmatics. They provide valuable insights on building effective teams and fostering innovative solutions through a blend of engaging passion, open-mindedness, and co-creation of processes.    Both guests also open up about the challenges and triumphs in setting up People and Talent functions from scratch, revealing the key priorities that drove their decisions. They candidly discuss the intriguing dynamics of disagreements, especially when making crucial hiring decisions, and how they navigate to maintain a united front.   

Catch up on the latest Talent & Growth roundtable discussion where we dive deep into the crucial metric of 'Quality of Hire'.Our expert panel will shed light on the definition of quality of hire, its significance, and the most effective methods for its measurement. We'll explore its correlation with other metrics like employee engagement, performance, and retention and delve into its impact on overall business performance.Discover how to leverage data and analytics in your talent acquisition decisions and how to use quality of hire to evaluate and adjust your recruitment strategies over time.

Every six months or so I like to sit down with Neil Carberry, CEO of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation, to discuss the current state of the labour and recruitment landscape. Neil provided insightful commentary on major trends shaping the market in 2023. We covered the ongoing remote work debate, the rise of AI and technology, salary transparency, and advice for attracting talent today. Key takeaways included: - The UK faces talent shortages amidst shifting workplace preferences post-pandemic - While some companies are pushing RTO, flexible and remote roles are here to stay - AI and technology are transforming recruiting, though human skills remain vital - Salary transparency is gaining momentum, empowering workers - Businesses should focus on upskilling, retention and modernising work culture Neil offered a cautiously optimistic view of the future, urging proactive adaptation. Although economic conditions are challenging, he stressed that opportunities abound for forward-thinking, talent-focused firms. This wide-ranging discussion provides an invaluable overview of the UK TA, recruitment and overall workforce landscape.