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🎓 Happy to share my completion of the Recruiting, Hiring & Onboarding certificate from the University of Minnesota🌟 ➡️Delving deep into talent acquisition strategies, I've gained invaluable insights into crafting job descriptions, conducting interviews, and optimizing the onboarding process. #ProfessionalDevelopment #UniversityOfMinnesota #TalentAcquisition

Are traditional hiring practices missing out on truly capable talent? It’s time to look beyond direct experience and discover the power of durable skills. Join us for an enlightening webinar, “An Unexpected Journey: How Durable Skills Shape Career Paths,” on November 21st. Dive into insightful discussions with experts from Plum and hireEZ, as they explore how recognizing and nurturing these transferable skills can unlock career success and reveal hidden talent. Don’t let another exceptional candidate slip through the cracks. Register here: https://hubs.la/Q02X6hHy0

“I forgot we had discussed that capability in your interview!” During a capability assessment session a manager was reminded of a capability strength of a new hire. When this capability was brought to light again, this immediately led to the new hire being fast tracked through his career pathway. Hiring for an organisation's capability needs is essential, but how do we ensure these discovered talents aren’t overlooked or undocumented once they’re onboard? This is where a structured **internal capability program** comes in, interlinking all people touchpoints— recruitment to development and promotion. By aligning capability data with people optimisation strategies, we ensure no potential goes unnoticed, and every individual can contribute meaningfully to the organisation’s growth. #PeopleOptimisation #CapabilityDevelopment #TalentManagement #EmployeeGrowth #ctwyt

Shifting Gears: The Rise of Skills-First Hiring 🔍 The trend towards valuing skills over traditional credentials is reshaping hiring. This approach broadens talent pools, enhances diversity, and improves job fit. But it's not without challenges, from assessing skills to adapting interview processes. How is this trend affecting your hiring decisions? Share your experiences with the #SkillsFirst approach. #HiringTrends

💡Love this from Adam Grant! A fun Reckitt fact for you...𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 is one of the key elements that Talent Acquisition are asked to assess when screening candidates. 💡It's important to be able to demonstrate learning agility in an interview when in pursuit of a new role, in a changing landscape, where there's an increasing focus on 'skills' rather than simply experience. 💡 Weekly tip from me - take on those extra projects that are on offer at work if you're ready for a stretch. Put your hand up to take on the task that makes you feel the most uncomfortable. Keep growing through breadth! #talentacquisition #growthmindset

🌟 End of the Week Reflections: Recruiting Edition 🌟 As we wrap up another dynamic week in the world of recruiting, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the journey and celebrate the milestones we've achieved. ✨ Highlights: Successfully placed 3 candidates in exciting new roles, and witnessing their enthusiasm reminds me why I love what I do. Collaborated with incredible hiring managers to streamline our interview processes, ensuring a smoother experience for everyone involved. Attended an insightful workshop on the latest trends in talent acquisition, gaining fresh perspectives to enhance our strategies. 💪 Challenges: Navigating the complexities of remote interviews and ensuring a seamless experience for candidates. Balancing a high volume of applications while maintaining a personalized touch in our communications. 📚 Lessons Learned: The importance of empathy and understanding in every candidate interaction. The value of continuous learning and adapting to the ever-evolving recruitment landscape. The power of networking and building strong relationships within the industry. 🙏 Gratitude: Grateful for the support and collaboration from my amazing team. Together, we achieve great things! Thankful for the candidates who trust us with their career journeys and for the clients who partner with us to find the best talent. As we move into the weekend, I'm reminded of the positive impact we make in people's lives every day. Here's to all the recruiters out there making a difference, one placement at a time! What's been your biggest win or learning from this week? Let's celebrate together! 🎉👇 #RecruitmentLife #EndOfWeekReflection #TalentAcquisition #TeamWork #ContinuousImprovement #Gratitude

“Businesses have never done as much hiring as they do today. They’ve never spent as much money doing it. And they’ve never done a worse job of it.” We spoke to Achuthanand Ravi on how businesses can hire and interview better. This is an excerpt from The People Success Masterclass. Sign up to learn more about talent, culture, and policy: https://lnkd.in/gfUZq6tq

To all the talent acquisition professionals who got laid off, many of you are going through the ups and downs of the talent acquisition journey, thinking... "I have so much to learn!" "Will I ever measure up to other professionals?" "All those interviews didn't prepare me for this!" "Can I really make it in this field?" Questions, insecurities, doubts - these are all part of the experience in talent acquisition. It's okay to feel this way, but don't let it consume you. Switch those thoughts to: 1️⃣ "I may lack experience, but I belong here." 2️⃣ "I may not have all the solutions now, but I'm growing every day." 3️⃣ "My skills and training count for something." 4️⃣ "Seeking guidance is a strength, not a weakness." Stay strong and keep pushing forward.

Do you trust the assessments used during your hiring process? Do your candidates trust them? It’s so important to build confidence in these assessments so that evaluations are fair and effective. Watch this video to learn some important ways you can instill confidence in your competency assessment.

Competency mapping serves as a valuable tool during the hiring process, providing a structured and objective framework to assess candidates’ suitability for specific roles within the organization. By clearly defining the key competencies required for each position through the competency mapping process, hiring managers can align the job requirements with the candidates’ qualifications, skills, and experiences. https://bit.ly/3qoSbKB #competencymapping #alignment