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Leaders have an opportunity to gain an edge in the battle for talent: deliver a superior recruiting experience to every candidate, even those who don’t receive an offer. Discover what you can do to deliver the white-glove recruiting experience job seekers expect. #SkillsAlliance #Recruiting #JobSeekers #TalentAcquisition

🌟 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

Calling all employers: Want to access untapped talent?  Join the Fair Chance Hiring Cohort, launching in January 2024!   What we do: We work with companies to build the internal processes and policies needed to hire and retain individuals with prior convictions. Why us? Our nine-month programming brings together thought leaders, companies who have done this, customized coaching, and peer learning and sharing to support companies on their fair chance journey. We cover topics ranging from revisiting your background check process, to recruiting strategies and partnerships, to launching and scaling fair chance hiring pilots - and more. Who should join? If your company wants to pursue fair chance hiring and is looking for support to bring this goal to life, this cohort is for you! We ask that employers come ready and eager to (1) share their goals, successes and challenges with each other and (2) actively identify and drive HR and organizational changes to hire this talent pool. Want to learn more? Reach out to Stephanie Dolan and Liana Bran to hear why businesses are pursuing fair chance talent and learn more about our program, opportunities to take action, and results from our previous cohort. You can also learn more here.  https://lnkd.in/ghNbQv_A Cara Plus Chicagoland Workforce Funder Alliance #FairChanceHiring #SecondChanceHiring #CollectiveImpact #CohortBasedLearning #Cohort #Corporation #Access #Equity #Inclusion #UntappedPotential #UntappedTalent #Hiring #Opportunity

🚀 Explore Faye Phillips' career journey in talent acquisition! Gain invaluable insights into her innovative recruitment strategies, how she navigated industry shifts, and the pivotal moments that shaped her success. ✨ Dive into Faye's experiences and unlock actionable advice to propel your TA career forward. Read the full interview here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecWaFh5K #TalentAcquisition #CareerJourney #TheTalentCommunity

🌟 As small business owners we often think we can't compete with larger firms with deeper pockets for talent. But I bet if you asked your happy employees if that's true, they would disagree.🌟 Small businesses have much to offer, especially if you create an environment of continuous learning and personal and professional development. Here are some things that worked for me in the past that you could try if you are not finding the right people... 🔍 Enhance Your Job Listings & Diversify Channels - Craft compelling job descriptions. - Post on various platforms: online job boards, social media, and local communities. 💼 Competitive Benefits & Unique Perks - Offer what big companies can't: flexible hours, remote options, and personal growth opportunities. 🏅 Build a Strong Employer Brand - Share your values, mission, and culture. - Showcase employee testimonials and success stories and leverage social media. 🤝 Utilize Employee Networks & Referrals - Encourage staff to recommend candidates. - Offer incentives for successful hires. 🌐 Engage with Local Communities & Industry Events - Participate in job fairs and conferences. - Host workshops and be part of industry discussions. 📢 Redefine the small business hiring process! Share your experiences and tips in the comments below. 👉 Stay tuned for more insights and strategies to help you ensure your business operates efficiently so you can grow without chaos and sell when you are ready. #SmallBusinessHiring #JobOpening #HiringTips #BusinessGrowth #EmployeeEngagement

Exciting announcement for #earlytalent recruiters! With exclusive access to impactful conversations, join today and make a positive change to your recruitment strategies 👌

Let's celebrate Recruiter's Day by recognizing their vital impact in the world of work! 👏👏👏 At the heart of every company lie extraordinary individuals who tirelessly work to attract and select the right talent. Today, on Recruiter's Day, it's the perfect moment to express our gratitude to those playing this pivotal role. Being a recruiter is not just a job; it's a calling. It's the ability to unearth hidden gems in the vast sea of candidates, to understand the company's needs, and find the perfect match of skills and culture. It's being a bridge between potential and opportunity. Every time a recruiter identifies the right person for a position, they're contributing to the company's success and the individual's professional growth. They are the architects of the team, building solid foundations for a brighter future. Today, let's acknowledge the hard work, dedication, and passion of all recruiters. Their work may not always be recognized, but their impact is undeniable. Happy Recruiter's Day to all those who tirelessly work to make career dreams a reality! 🌟🌟 #RecruitersDay #ThankYouRecruiters #HumanResources 🌟🌟

Are you doing enough to promote your employer brand? This week Tim Clifford went live to discuss the importance of career sites when promoting your employer brand. Tim discussed what it is that candidates really want to know before applying, and how, when using career sites to their potential, organisations have attracted top candidates for their vacant roles. Don't miss out on some brilliant insight from Tim. Watch our webinar on-demand here: https://lnkd.in/ecZmFPxG #careersite #hrwebinar #employerbrand

I ran into a candidate I placed nearly 10 years ago this weekend! They've been promoted 3x with another one on the horizon 😍 Some times, being a recruiter is hard (just people being peopley), but then you get a gentle reminder that you can truly change the course of someone's career (or a companies outlook), and that right there is what keeps us recruiters going! ✨ #leadershiphiring #recruitment #startuphiring #people

Finding top talent during the summer months can really feel like a challenge at times. With fewer job seekers, thinking outside of the box to attract top candidates is crucial. Our latest blog explores top tips to effectively recruit during the summer period. Read more👇 #recruitment #hiringstrategy #hr