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Hiring touches everyone’s lives. It’s time to hire better. On Hire Quality, Qualifi co-founder Devyn Mikell sits down with the movers and shakers of talent acquisition to hear their talent triumphs, hiring horror stories, and genuine opinions about the recruiting industry. Find out how recruiting leaders help turn job seekers into co-workers and take away lessons to empower your own hiring practices from each episode of Hire Quality. It’s time to hire better.

  1. Streamlining Talent Acquisition with AION Management’s Jose Diaz

    27.08.2024

    Streamlining Talent Acquisition with AION Management’s Jose Diaz

    Curious to know what recruiting in the military looks like? Spoiler: it’s not all that different from typical talent acquisition. Jose Diaz talks about his time as a former recruiter for the US Air Force Reserve and shares the similarities and differences between military and civilian recruitment.  As the Director of TA for AION Management, Jose also discusses the importance of creating efficient candidate experiences and streamlining recruitment processes. Tune in for expert insights about building efficient teams, leveraging technology, and the importance of listening to frontline employees. In this episode, you’ll learn: Processes are Crucial to Operate Efficiently: To streamline recruitment, you need to have job descriptions, interview guides, and a solid workflow. Having a system in place is the best way to manage talent pools, especially in industries with high attrition rates.Be Intentional with Your Tech Stack: Choose an ATS program that best fits the organization’s needs. Having too many systems can be confusing, but having too little technology can be limiting.Shut Up and Listen: Leaders need to talk less and listen more. Ask feedback from frontline staff so you can identify issues and address bottlenecks to help achieve your organization’s goals. Jump into the conversation: [00:00] Introducing Jose Diaz [04:31] Insights from military recruitment [11:59] Streamlining processes at AION Management [16:49] The tech stack can make or break you [21:18] Reverse mapping with your team

    28 мин.
  2. Acosta’s Brittany Ethridge on Scaling High Volume Hiring Success

    13.08.2024

    Acosta’s Brittany Ethridge on Scaling High Volume Hiring Success

    Recruiting quality candidates within a tight deadline is a balancing act in high-volume staffing—take it from Britanny Ethridge, the powerhouse Director of Talent Acquisition for Acosta North America. Brittany discusses the challenges and strategies in the gig and project recruitment space. She shares insights on how to keep teams motivated, ways to avoid burnout, and the intricacies of balancing quality with quantity in hiring.  With real-life examples of unique staffing requests and tips on effective team management, this episode provides valuable takeaways for anyone in the talent acquisition industry. In this episode, you’ll learn: Prioritize a Strong Start with New Team Members: It’s all about creating a positive and productive work environment right from the get-go. From day one, equip your team with the tools and resources they need to be successful. Embracing Progress Over Perfection: Strive for progress, not perfection. This mantra helps boost morale and productivity. Implementing a flexible work culture also prevents burnout.  Challenges in High Volume Recruiting: Recruiters need to balance speed with quality in hiring. It’s important to do due diligence to hire staff with excellent work ethic. Jump into the conversation: 02:39 The world of gig staffing. 13:47 Equipping recruiters for high-volume success. 22:58 Quality recruitment in a fast-paced hiring landscape. 25:11 Applicant tracking system and tools.

    33 мин.
  3. Nurturing Diverse Talent Pipelines with Tyra Duren

    30.07.2024

    Nurturing Diverse Talent Pipelines with Tyra Duren

    Are your DEI initiatives helping to advance careers? In this important episode of "Hire Quality," host Devyn Mikell speaks with Tyra Duren, the dynamic Director of Talent Development at Lawrence Group about the unique challenges women and people of color face in the pursuit of senior-level positions. Luckily, Tyra has plenty of practical advice on navigating the often tricky landscape of promoting DEI, even within traditionally conservative sectors.  Tyra’s inspiring story and expert advice make this episode a must-listen for recruiting and talent acquisition leaders looking to foster a more inclusive workplace. Tune in, and discover the strategies to champion diversity and equity in your organization.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Spotlighting Diversity in Hiring: Tyra shares a powerful anecdote about a qualified black candidate who secured a job within three days at her company after being overlooked for years elsewhere, underscoring the value of looking beyond traditional candidate pools to find hidden gems that bring fresh perspectives and experiences. Navigating DEI in Conservative Spaces: Tyra's experience in promoting DEI within the more conservative world of baseball offers crucial lessons. The main takeaway? Persistence and strategic advocacy can pave the way for substantial cultural shifts, even in traditionally non-diverse industries. Learning the Language of Executives: One of Tyra’s key messages is the importance of speaking the language of both employees and executives to drive effective change. This linguistic dexterity helps in not only advocating for better benefits and policies but in ensuring that the executive team buys into the importance of DEI.  Jump into the conversation: 04:51 Advocating for people's rights in corporate America. 13:12 How to achieve DEI success in the architecture and construction industries.  23:28 Reasons why a diverse workforce is crucial. 28:16 Start low, learn, then move up wisely.

    32 мин.
  4. Beth Wolfe On Overcoming Recruitment Challenges with Leadership Alignment

    16.07.2024

    Beth Wolfe On Overcoming Recruitment Challenges with Leadership Alignment

    Recruiters aren’t supposed to just take orders from upper management. At least not if you ask Beth Wolfe, Senior Director of Recruiting at Daxco. She says recruiters need to have open dialogue with hiring managers in order to achieve shared talent acquisition goals. In our Hire Quality conversation, Beth outlines how to build rapport to become a strategic partner with the hiring managers—not just an order taker.  Tune in to learn how to foster deeper connections with hiring managers and how this can help you drive change and gain support for recruitment initiatives.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Building Trust and Driving Change: Strong connections with senior leadership can help push for process changes and advocate for non-traditional candidates. Having leadership's buy-in is huge. The Efficacy of Strategy Sessions: Rebranding intake meetings as "strategy sessions" allows TA specialists and hiring managers to set realistic expectations and be aligned on a course of action together.  Being Intentional about Diversity and Inclusion: Looking for different types of candidates can be challenging but rewarding. Technology and AI tools can help recruiters diversify their pipelines with significant ease.   Jump into the conversation: 03:42 Beth's journey into recruiting. 09:05 How to build trust with hiring managers.  13:09 Driving change in the recruitment process starts with goal alignment.  22:17 The critical importance of diversity and inclusion in recruitment.

    32 мин.
  5. Brandon Jeffs On Treating the Recruiting Pipeline Like a Sales Funnel

    02.07.2024

    Brandon Jeffs On Treating the Recruiting Pipeline Like a Sales Funnel

    Stop spamming application tracking systems and get noticed by the right opportunities instead. If that sounds a bit like flipping the script, this conversation with special guest Brandon Jeffs, the dynamic Director of People and Talent at TLDR is for you. Brandon emphasizes the importance of creating a positive candidate experience while juggling the challenges of optimizing time and attention for each applicant. Brandon further evaluates friction points within the recruitment process, helping you harness fractional recruiting resources for maximum impact. Tune in to gain tips on effective interview questions, learn how to assess candidate fit, and discover why the recruiting community needs more unity and less discord on platforms like LinkedIn.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  Focus on Quality Over Quantity: Prioritizing the right opportunities can significantly increase the chances of successful placements. Rather than spamming the system, it's smarter to target roles that align with candidates' strengths and interests. Provide a Positive Candidate Experience: A good experience resonates and leaves a lasting impression, which can enhance a company's reputation. This approach fosters goodwill and could lead to attracting high-quality talent through referrals and positive word of mouth.Innovations in Recruiting and Catching Up to Sales: Leveraging the same tech stacks and innovative approaches used in sales can transform recruitment practices. Automation and Fractional Recruiting Resources: These can free up time and let recruiters focus on more strategic initiatives rather than getting bogged down with operational tasks.  Jump into the conversation: 04:17 Early-stage startups value talent over titles. 11:08 Smaller companies are in need of efficient hiring solutions. 14:54 Embrace diverse markets for startup growth success. 19:53 Sharing leads fosters reciprocal help and success. 24:45 Improve candidate experience by focusing on qualifications. 27:47 Startup innovation challenges corporate recruiting norms. 33:22 Surprised by  34:14 Ask why five times to understand a candidate thoroughly.

    38 мин.
  6. The Realist Recruiter On Attracting Top Talent With Authentic Content

    18.06.2024

    The Realist Recruiter On Attracting Top Talent With Authentic Content

    The world of online recruiting is constantly evolving thanks to changes in social media platforms, evolving technology, and not to mention a certain global pandemic. To help you keep your recruiting game sharp through all this change, we’re spending this episode with Joel Lalgee AKA The Realest Recruiter.  Joel provides a treasure trove of practical strategies for recruitment and talent acquisition leaders, from overcoming the challenges of building relationships during the pandemic to monetizing content on platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram. When it comes to crafting an authentic online presence that attracts top-tier talent, Joel is at the top of the game.  Learn how to shift your mindset from competing with other companies to understanding social media as an attention game, and discover the impact of showcasing authentic workplace culture through employee-generated content. And while they’re at it, Joel and Devyn will also tackle the problem of candidate frustration due to lack of communication and the importance of transparency in the recruitment process. And don’t forget to stick around until the end when  Joel reveals his favorite interview question.   In this episode, you’ll learn:  Transitioning to Modern Recruiting: By prioritizing content creation and leveraging social media platforms like LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram, he managed to not only survive but thrive during his transition from corporate recruitment to contingency recruiting during the pandemic. Authenticity in Social Media: Employee-generated content that showcases real workplace culture can be a game-changer, especially for smaller companies looking to stand out.Rethinking Candidate Communication: Just as you'd track a package from an online order, Joel advises that companies should provide clear and consistent updates to candidates.Challenges and Metrics Revisited: The traditional focus on metrics such as the sheer number of candidates in the pipeline might not be the most valuable. Leveraging Technology and AI: Joel talks about how AI tools can significantly enhance the candidate experience and help filter out unqualified applicants.  Jump into the conversation: 05:35 Do what works rather than sticking with a process.  12:44 Content must reflect your personal identity and storytelling style. 17:55 Attract candidates by showcasing an authentic work culture in your online promotion. 31:02 Something must be done about candidate frustration with wait times and follow-ups.

    39 мин.
  7. Mastering Diversity & Inclusion: Insider Strategies From Torin Ellis

    28.05.2024

    Mastering Diversity & Inclusion: Insider Strategies From Torin Ellis

    Every organization requires diversity and inclusion to succeed. That’s why we’re honored and excited to have Torin Ellis, an expert advisor, coach, and consultant specializing in diversity and inclusion (DNI) in the recruitment and talent acquisition space. Torin has a lot to say about why DNI efforts should be woven seamlessly into organizational design and how measuring their impact is crucial for growth. And he graciously shares his approach to cultivating a DNI practice with empathy, intentionality, and transparency to drive employee engagement, productivity, and retention. Tune in to this episode for practical tips, real-life experiences, and a fresh perspective that will transform the way you approach DNI in your organization. Key Takeaways: Takeaway One: Embrace Mistakes in Diversity and Inclusion: Understand that making mistakes is part of the journey in DNI efforts. Takeaway Two: Focus on Impact Over Quotas: Shift your DNI focus from meeting quotas to driving engagement, productivity, and retention in your organization. Toryn Ellis emphasizes the importance of measuring the impact of diversity and inclusion efforts on employee satisfaction and company growth. Takeaway Three: Overcoming Resistance in DNI: Navigate challenges and resistance in implementing diversity and inclusion strategies within your organization. Toryn Ellis shares his experiences and insights on addressing individuals who may not initially support DNI effort Jump into the conversation: [9:09] How to get started in recruiting with minimal resources. [12:59] The infuriating problem of tying diversity efforts to tragedy. [22:24] How to achieve an organizational redesign that's complimentary, not disruptive. [28:54] Overcoming the constant struggle of striving for empathy and intentionality.

    39 мин.
  8. Employer Branding Secrets with Employer Brand Labs’ James Ellis

    14.05.2024

    Employer Branding Secrets with Employer Brand Labs’ James Ellis

    When it comes to attracting top talent with an engaging employer brand, there may be no one-size-fits-all solution, but James Ellis of Employer Brand Labs is close. In this episode of Hire Quality, James demonstrates why he is the employer branding expert with a pile of anecdotes about how brands like Spotify and Oatly have mastered the art. Of course, he’s also got tips and tricks for how companies can craft compelling, authentic messages to attract top talent even if resources are limited. Tune in to up your employer branding game with advice direct from a seasoned pro in the field. Key Takeaways: Takeaway One: Good employer branding is less about the specific technology you use or your approach and much more to do with thinking critically about what methods best align with your company’s unique culture and goals. Takeaway Two: Ditch the standard metrics. Determine employer branding success by aligning your efforts with business outcomes such as cost savings through reduced ad spend or agency fees. Takeaway Three: Be authentic. James warns against promoting aspirational messages that don’t reflect the current state of your organization. Instead, he advocates for transparency and honesty in showcasing your business culture to attract genuinely interested candidates. Jump into the conversation: [04:31] Employer branding is about seeking better candidates, not more of them. [19:33] Solid recruitment marketing simplifies the job search for applicants. [21:49] A key component of employer branding is creating compelling, impactful, and authentic content. [27:17] If you want to measure the true value of your employer branding efforts, you can’t stick with the same, worn-out metrics.

    43 мин.
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Hiring touches everyone’s lives. It’s time to hire better. On Hire Quality, Qualifi co-founder Devyn Mikell sits down with the movers and shakers of talent acquisition to hear their talent triumphs, hiring horror stories, and genuine opinions about the recruiting industry. Find out how recruiting leaders help turn job seekers into co-workers and take away lessons to empower your own hiring practices from each episode of Hire Quality. It’s time to hire better.

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