HRO Today Educational Podcast Series

Talent acquisition has long been treated as a supply chain – but trust is rarely treated as part of the infrastructure. In this episode of the  HRO Today  Educational Podcast,  HRO Today  CEO, Elliot Clark, speaks with President of Consulting Services for Procom, Carolyn Levy, about why assurance, verification, and transparency are becoming essential in modern talent acquisition. The conversation...

Healthcare workforce strategy is evolving. While hiring demand remains strong across the industry, many healthcare organizations are reassessing traditional staffing models in favor of more flexible, long-term approaches that offer greater visibility and control over workforce planning. Rather than relying solely on external staffing partners, providers are increasingly exploring internal talent p...

Gone are the days when recruitment success was defined by having a local office in every market. Today’s workforce is global, remote, and increasingly complex, requiring talent solutions that can deliver results anywhere, regardless of location. As organizations look to hire critical talent across borders and time zones, expectations for RPO and workforce services providers have shifted toward spe...

The supply chain of contingent labor requires that staffing providers have the financial ability to meet the needs of their clients and organizations. Like any business, recruitment and staffing companies must meet their operational requirements even before the revenue starts rolling in. Providers need a financing partner that can stand by them through the ups and downs of the labor market. Raul E...

As global workforces become more mobile, HR and relocation teams are under increasing pressure to deliver efficient and cost-effective relocation experiences. With nearly half of organizations already using AI in their global mobility programs – and more planning to adopt it – HR leaders must determine where AI can deliver real value without sacrificing compliance, data security, or the human touc...

Employee recognition is the center of workforce morale and productivity. But with the rise of new workforce technologies, the recognition industry has shifted from an occasional award to an ongoing social acknowledgement program. Top recognition leaders need to know how to incorporate this new technology so that they can see HOW their workers are doing, not just WHAT their workers are doing. Akiko...

Artificial Intelligence is unavoidable in the new employment landscape, and according to the 2026 Korn Ferry Talent Trends Report, more TA leaders will be looking to incorporate autonomous Agentic AI into their tech stack. Agentic AI can make decisions and operate independently as another member of the team without constant human input. But is agentic AI a passing fad or will it grow to replace tr...

How Global Workforce Strategies Are Redefining Talent Acquisition   The modern workforce is no longer defined by geography. Astechnology continues to dissolve physical boundaries and offer new options for getting work done, organizations are increasingly exploring offshore and nearshore hiring models to expand their access to global talent. By leveraging these strategies, companies can achieve gre...

Talent acquisition leaders have the complicated role of fulfilling the workforce needs of their companies while meeting the operational needs of their workforce. A constantly evolving landscape requires leaders who think on their feet and adapt to the changing landscape. In Episode 2 of the HRO Today Leaders of Distinction Podcast, Amanda Cupido speaks with Leader of Distinction and TA Leader of t...

Gone are the days of widespread resignations and job changes. Now, with voluntary quit rates at historically low levels, many organizations are experiencing a new workforce challenge called “job hugging.” Employees are staying in their roles due to a number of factors, including economic uncertainty, a tight job market, and concerns over change. As a result, HR leaders must keep an eye on the work...

Technology is making its mark on the relocation industry. Today's relocation platforms are automating administrative tasks, providing flexible, comprehensive support for transferees throughout the relocation journey, and leveraging tech solutions to standardize and scale mobility experiences across the globe.  On the latest episode of the HRO Today Educational Podcast, Angela Tan , SVP of Glob...

How do you attract the best talent? What are new ways to improve employee engagement? And how will AI impact HR best practices? Introducing HRO Today's Leaders of Distinction, a podcast that gets inside the minds of HR's game changers. In this podcast series, host Amanda Cupido brings conversations that will shape the future of HR and explain how you can help lead the way. This is the podc...

How Organizations Can Implement Skills-Based Hiring Skills-based hiring is a familiar trend that is making a recent surge in the hiring landscape. Organizations are turning toward practical experience and learned skills as a performance indicator for new employees. The military veteran recruitment industry is a prime example of a sector using modern technologies to improve and implement the classi...

The Rise of a “Ready-For-Everything" Talent Solution From sourcing through onboarding, talent acquisition problems are becoming increasingly complex. How can HR and TA leaders remain agile and prepared as more hiring challenges emerge?   The answer starts with integrating disparate systems and technologies into a streamlined operation.   Integration today is a practical necessity. Clients inc...

“Nurses want more than a job. They’re looking for meaningful work, they’re looking for career growth, and they’re looking for flexibility.”  From a retiring workforce and aging population to a high bar of entry and demanding work, the nursing shortage is one of the most significant challenges that healthcare organizations and recruiters have to face.   Liz Bickley , Chief Operating Officer of Korn...

Exploring L&D as a Talent Acquisition Strategy As we enter 2025, HR leaders are looking at the business market and identifying which trends and shifts they need to pay close attention to in their planning. Korn Ferry’s 2025 Talent Acquisition Trends Report lists several trends that HR leaders should be aware of, including the intersection between a company’s Talent Acquisition and Learning and...

Looking Forward to a New Year   2024 was a year marked by unpredictability in all industries. Sluggish economic growth and an unprecedented drop in voluntary turnover led to a significant reduction in hiring that talent acquisition leaders had to be able to address. However, where there are downcycles, there are often soon to be upcycles, and TA Leaders need to be prepared for the coming marketing...

Hardly a day goes by that an AI headline isn’t in the news. HR leaders need to know if artificial intelligence is here to stay, and how they can best incorporate this new tool into their operations. The global mobility industry is no different. But is AI simply another tech buzzword, or can it be a true transformational tool in the relocation management toolkit? Barry Morris, President and CEO of...

Companies benefit from adding contingent workers to their staffing strategy as it allows for greater flexibility and scalability. This approach can address short-term projects, specialized skill gaps, or seasonal needs without the long-term commitment of permanent hires, and it accelerates time-to-productivity. But what steps should companies take to find the right partner? Anamarie DeVito , Vice...

When you strip everything back, it is fair to say that a business is only as good as the people working within it. As the center of attracting, developing, and organizing talent within a company, Human Resources plays a critical role to impact an organization’s productivity and profitability. But just what is going on in HR that can so heavily influence a company’s performance? On this episode of...

How the 2024 Election Year Could Transform Employee Recognition    2024 has been a year fraught with uncertainty. Between a challenging economy and an upcoming election, HR leaders are reexamining their strategies for attracting and retaining top talent. Recent research finds that recognizing employees can have a major impact on employee attitude, encouraging them to stay with a company and work h...

Taking the Next Step as an HR Executive   When CHROs look to advance their career, there are more options available to them than ever before. While it is more common for CHROs to progress to company boards or CEO positions, another path exists in the provider space. The nature of the consultancy and executive search business has changed and experienced HR leaders have insights that allow them to m...

Why a Skills-Based Hiring Model is Growing in Importance   Skills-based hiring is becoming increasingly necessary due to the changing landscape and globalization of the workforce. While it is not a new concept, organizations are grappling with the renewed importance of skills-based hiring and the value of skills as a performance indicator for candidates. How can companies begin to move toward a sk...

Organizations may assume an outsourced partner would be more expensive, but what about the cost of internal resources used while a role remains vacant? Understanding these factors is essential for anyone involved in HR or procurement to navigate today's workforce challenges, whether considering RPO, MSP, or total talent solutions. How do workforce leaders develop strategies for balancing cost-...

With every new generation that enters the workforce, leadership faces new challenges to engage and optimize their workforce. Between changing generational expectations and new technology that changes the nature of work, leaders need to be able to connect with and empower their workforce. Matt Poepsel PhD, VP of Professional Services at The Predictive Index, joins Elliot Clark, CEO of HRO Today , o...