Use this AI Hiring Readiness Checklist to assess whether your Talent Acquisition and HR teams are equipped to lead in a workforce shaped by AI: 🧠Strategic Planning We participate in early-stage workforce planning conversations with business leaders We advise on where AI can replace, augment, or enhance roles We help evaluate whether a role …
“AI First” Hiring Is Here
One of the biggest shifts happening in talent strategy today is the rise of AI First hiring. It’s a question more TA leaders are hearing from executives: “Can an AI do this job before we hire a human?” And in many cases, the answer is yes. AI agents are now able to handle a surprising …
Better Hiring Isn’t Just About Process—It’s About People
Have you ever found yourself stuck in the middle of a hiring decision—unsure who to choose, what to look for, or how to avoid another costly misfire? You’re not alone. Hiring managers and business owners often face a frustrating trifecta: Unclear goals: What are we really looking for? Paralyzing indecision: Which candidate is the “right” …
Building a Hiring Pipeline: The Candidate Funnel
As talked about in other posts, a Hiring Pipeline or Candidate Funnel is a way to ensure quicker access to pre-vetted talent for positions that the company hires for frequently. The concept of a “Candidate Funnel” mirrors the customer acquisition funnel familiar in marketing and sales. It’s a structured approach to talent acquisition, designed to …
The Evolution of Talent Acquisition: From Traditional Recruitment to Strategic Approach
In human resources, the evolution of talent acquisition stands out as a pivotal transformation. Gone are the days when hiring was just about filling vacancies. Today, talent acquisition is a strategic approach, aligned with an organization’s long-term goals and deeply integrated into its growth and success. This evolution from traditional recruitment to strategic talent acquisition …
Why Soft Skills Are Critical in Hiring Tech Talent
Focus on Soft Skills for better technology hiring When hiring for tech roles, technical expertise often takes the spotlight. But have you considered the critical role of soft skills in building a thriving tech team? In today’s competitive market, hiring a candidate with the perfect blend of technical prowess and interpersonal abilities can mean the …
Keys Under the Streetlight: A Tale of Talent Search
What does Talent Search have to do with a streetlight, you might ask… We’ve all heard the joke about the drunk man searching for his lost keys under a streetlight. When a police officer comes along and asks what he’s looking for, the man explains he lost his keys. After fruitlessly scouring the area …
Candidate Sourcing Strategies: Active vs. Passive
How you approach finding candidates and the methods you use will have a big impact on your success in filling an open position. You need to use different candidate sourcing strategies for active candidates vs passive ones. Active candidates are on the lookout for new opportunities, readily applying to job postings, and engaging with recruitment …
Creating Effective Job Descriptions
This topic is covered frequently because of its critical role in hiring the right candidate. Creating effective job descriptions is an art that combines insight, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the role and organizational culture. To craft descriptions that not only attract the right candidates but also inspire them to envision themselves excelling …
Envision Success for a Better Hiring
The foundation of a great hire is much more than a traditional job description. While it’s fundamental to grasp the logistical aspects of a position—such as location, salary, the urgency of hire, reporting lines, responsibilities, and specific required skills—the crux of defining a position delves much deeper. The true essence of starting a great hire …