Despite reports to the contrary, DEI hasn’t fallen off of any hiring radar. In fact, according to Jobvite data, 75% of HR professionals stated that their company would prioritize diversity hiring in 2024. But this is where the challenge arises – good intentions are one thing, but the practicalities of diversifying your recruiting methods can often stall the cause. Traditional hiring practices are often ill-equipped to find a broad range of talent, relying on conservative yard sticks like degrees or years of experience as proxies for ability. But skills-first hiring might offer a solution to th ..read more

It’s not what you wanted to hear, right?! I can understand the immediate frustration that recruiters would feel upon hearing a proclamation like this. Having to meet or exceed expectations with reduced headcount and resources is a tough ask to just accept. But the unfortunate truth is that we’re entering an era where it is simply becoming the norm to do more with less, regardless of the field you’re in. I’m seeing it from a lot of customers right now, across the spectrum. For some, there’s a mandate to reduce TA teams but maintain or surpass output. Others are looking to gain more productivity ..read more

Staying updated on the latest workforce trends is crucial for TA leaders and HR professionals. This week, we delve into three significant developments shaping the talent landscape and get SocialTalent CEO, Johnny Campell’s first-hand takes on these pieces. First, we look at a hugely impactful piece from the Financial Times which is digging into how we must reframe DEI in the context of the workplace given the recent (and unfortunate) surge in backlash. A thought-provoking news item from CNBC that leverages research from Harvard to determine that adaptability is the most important trait in s ..read more

Hiring the right talent can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially when the haystack is full of vague job descriptions and shifting priorities. One of the biggest challenges recruiters often face is getting clear, actionable hiring criteria from hiring managers. It’s not uncommon to encounter lists of unrealistic expectations, conflicting inputs, or a lack of understanding about the role’s true requirements. These hurdles can lead to inefficiencies, extended hiring timelines, and missed opportunities for bringing in top talent. One of the most critical roles a hiring manage ..read more

Recruiting can be a very forward-thinking discipline. We are constantly looking towards tech and the future of AI to optimize how we hire candidates. But what if there was something so simple, and so obvious, that every single recruiter and talent leader could adopt it right now and it would transform their approach to candidate experience? Let me tell you a short story… Imagine you are applying for two jobs with Company A and Company B. Your process with both has been very similar; you’ve submitted your application, you’ve been moved on to screening, you’re in contact with the resident recrui ..read more

Staying updated on the latest workforce trends is crucial for TA leaders and HR professionals. This week, we delve into three significant developments shaping the talent landscape and get SocialTalent CEO, Johnny Campell’s first-hand takes on these pieces. First, we look at an intriguing article from Quartz that is uncovering a very suspect situation of organizations posting fake job ads. Mind-boggling stuff! Examining the ‘paper ceiling’ – a reference to degrees – Financial Time’s report on how companies are trying to look beyond university requirements in order to find talent also digs in ..read more

Often more of a status symbol rather than a true indicator of ability, the traditional requirement of a college degree is increasingly being reevaluated – particularly in the light of today’s competitive job market. For decades, degrees were seen as a ticket to better job prospects and higher salaries. However, as the workplace evolves, so does the perception of education’s role in determining job suitability. According to research by the Harvard Business School, U.S. employers are changing their degree requirements to fill open roles in the midst of intense talent shortage. This shift reflect ..read more

One of the greatest things about being on the road again, going to events and meeting clients, customers, and friends within the industry, is getting the chance to chat about what is truly happening on the ground with recruiting in 2024. We can read articles or listen to podcasts that wax lyrical about the common challenges that the talent world is facing, but nothing beats hearing it from the horse’s mouth. And it was during one of these illuminating conversations that I was struck with a sudden realization: What the hell has happened to employee referrals? As TA teams struggle to find the ta ..read more

In this podcast clip, Gui Neves shares his passion for diversity and inclusion in the talent space, which has driven him to create a not-for-profit organization aimed at supporting the LGBT+ community. During the pandemic, Gui recognized the disproportionate impact of unemployment on the LGBT+ community, particularly in Brazil. Utilizing his recruitment skills, he launched a website in July 2020 to offer mentoring sessions, providing career guidance and support to those in need. Gui’s initiative started modestly, with him personally mentoring individuals. However, it quickly gained traction ..read more

Staying updated on the latest workforce trends is crucial for TA leaders and HR professionals. This week, we delve into three significant developments shaping the talent landscape and get SocialTalent CEO, Johnny Campell’s first-hand takes on these pieces. First, we dive into the World Economic Forum’s Gender Parity report and see the large gap that is still to be resolved in this regard. Described by Johnny as “profound,” McKinsey’s latest piece on the impending impact of AI on the workplace and the need to up-skill is a must-read. Transformation is coming and we need to be on the pulse ..read more