What if you could revolutionize your recruitment strategy and attract top talent like never before? Join us as Thad Price, CEO of Talroo and Ready Set Hire, shares his expertise on transforming the way companies approach hiring. Learn how to turn the internet into your ultimate help wanted sign and treat candidates like valued customers. Thad breaks down the importance of effective job postings and timely engagement, offering insights into how Ready Set Hire leverages recruitment marketing best practices to streamline the candidate experience and bring in higher-quality applicants. We also ex ..read more

Are you waiting until a new hire's start date to begin the onboarding process? If so, you should reconsider! In this episode of Hire Calling, HR consultant Ricky Baez shares the importance of starting your onboarding process the moment a candidate applies and best practices for integrating new hires into your organization. Additionally, he will touch on ways you can leverage technology (especially AI) to streamline your processes and how to give candidates constructive feedback who didn't secure the role.  Additional Resources: 1. New Hire Checklist: The Easiest Way to Onboard 2. How to ..read more

In this episode, we explore the complexities of employee relations with HR consultant Ricky Baez. Topics include: 1. Understanding Employee Relations: The importance of respecting diverse personalities and maintaining a positive work environment. 2. Common Challenges: How differences in opinion and communication impact productivity. 3. Balancing Empathy and Strategy: Essential skills for HR professionals. 4. Navigating Sensitive Topics: Practical advice on handling politics and religion at work. 5. Proactive Leadership: Encouraging civility and respect, especially during election years. Join ..read more

On this episode, special guest Diane Prince shares her secrets of entrepreneurial success in the staffing industry. From her start as a temp to selling her thriving business, Diane’s story is all about vision, grit, and chasing your dreams. In our conversation with Diane, we explore her unique path as a solo founder, balancing independence with the power of partnerships. Learn how her creative approach to reference checks opened doors to unexpected opportunities, highlighting the underrated art of networking. We also tackle the challenge of growing sales teams, discussing how to shift from be ..read more

Are you struggling to find and hire exceptional IT professionals? Sioux Logan is our special guest on this episode of the Hire Calling Podcast! She is the visionary founder and president of RedStream Technology, an IT staffing firm located in New York City. Immediately, you will be whisked into Sioux's world, revealing the raw, unfiltered experiences of launching a tech staffing firm from the ground up.  Pete and Sioux begin by discussing the job market's post-pandemic seismic shifts, which have left many professionals uncertain, but they share their optimism for the future. They analyze ..read more

How does a team go from good to great? Kate O'Neill, CEO of Teaming, joins Pete today with an insider's perspective on how their team intelligence software revolutionizes how managers foster high-performing teams. From providing personalized communication coaching to enhancing interaction within diverse teams, Teaming's AI-driven platform is making waves in the professional world. Kate recounts the strategic decisions that helped her startup flourish before diving into the heart of why Teaming was created—a solution to the void left by traditional project management tools. As CEOs, she and Pe ..read more

In this episode of the Hire Calling Podcast, learn how to scale your hiring efforts without sacrificing the human touch. Ricky and Pete dive into the fast-paced world of high-volume recruiting, whether it's building the perfect call center team or ramping up for the season. They discuss setting clear objectives, leveraging milestones, and balancing efficiency with a candidate experience that feels personal rather than automated. Pete and Ricky share how forward-thinking workforce managers use historical data to predict and adapt to their needs in real-time, ensuring you're always well-prepared ..read more

Are you struggling with a high candidate drop-off rate during your recruitment process? In this episode of the Hire Calling Podcast, Pete Newsome and Ricky Baez examine the pitfalls and consequences of a high candidate drop-off rate and offer insights on overcoming it. They also focus on the candidate's experience during the hiring process, as many withdraw due to disorganized procedures or a lack of engagement from the recruitment team. Pete and Ricky emphasize the importance of respect and transparency regarding expectations and the recruiter's role as the candidate's "GPS." Lastly, they e ..read more

Is a prolonged hiring process preventing you from hiring great candidates? In this episode, Pete Newsome and Ricky Baez share tips for speeding up your hiring process. They highlight the delicate balance between practicality and accuracy in hiring. Additionally, they tackle issues like long hiring processes and high hiring costs for companies. The hosts then discuss how difficult it can be to manage a large number of applications. But thanks to AI, recruiters can sift through resumes more quickly.  Applying to jobs has never been so easy, especially with the one-click apply feature. Howe ..read more

Are you tired of the never-ending cycle of hiring and searching for the perfect candidate? Do you wish there was a better way to find those hidden gems in the job market? In this episode of the Hire Calling Podcast, we're about to unveil the secret to recruiting top talent you might not even know you need – passive candidates. Join host Pete Newsome and co-host Ricky Baez as they demystify the world of passive recruiting. They'll explain what makes passive candidates unique, why they're worth your time, and how to effectively engage with them. Discover the power of social media, particularly L ..read more