by Qualifi
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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August 27, 2024
<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Curious to know what recruiting in the military looks like? Spoiler: it’s not all that different from typical talent acquisition.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Tune in for expert insights about building efficient teams, leveraging technology, and the importance of listening to frontline employees.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">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 </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">high attrition rates.</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">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.</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">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.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Jump into the conversation:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">[00:00] Introducing Jose Diaz</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">[04:31] Insights from military recruitment</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">[11:59] Streamlining processes at AION Management</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">[16:49] The tech stack can make or break you</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">[21:18] Reverse mapping with your team</span></p>
August 13, 2024
<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">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.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Embracing Progress Over Perfection: Strive for progress, not perfection. This mantra helps boost morale and productivity. Implementing a flexible work culture also prevents burnout. </span></li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">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.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Jump into the conversation:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">02:39 The world of gig staffing.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">13:47 Equipping recruiters for high-volume success.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">22:58 Quality recruitment in a fast-paced hiring landscape.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">25:11 Applicant tracking system and tools.</span></p>
July 30, 2024
<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Are your DEI initiatives helping to advance careers? </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">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. </span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="background-color: transparent;">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.</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong style="background-color: transparent;">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.</strong></li></ul><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;"><span class="ql-cursor"></span></strong></p><ul><li><strong style="background-color: transparent;">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. </strong></li></ul><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;"><span class="ql-cursor"></span></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">Jump into the conversation:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">04:51 Advocating for people's rights in corporate America.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">13:12 How to achieve DEI success in the architecture and construction industries. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">23:28 Reasons why a diverse workforce is crucial.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(38, 42, 92);">28:16 Start low, learn, then move up wisely.</span></p>
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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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