Talent and Growth - The Talent Acquisition Podcast

Flashback to our round-table we hosted with Carmen Cristina Tempesta (People Partner at Atom Learning), Nuria Requena (Talent Acquisition Manager at Spacelift) and Lauren Williams (Head of People & Culture at Phlo).

Scheduling issues this week so replaying a great roundtable from 2022 around scaling a business sensibly! Featuring Charlotte Lamb, (Head of People & Talent at Togather), Isabel McParland (Business Operations and Strategy Manager at BVNK) and Tony Payne (Founder of ApplyPro).

Today we are joined by Helen Tomlinson, Director of People & Talent at EV Energy. Takeaways Start with the business strategy and vision to determine skill needs. Take a top-down approach to avoid making assumptions and ensure alignment with the business. Review current roles and consider external comparisons when assessing skills. Utilize expertise from advisors and engage in transparent and e...

Today we are joined by Laura Probert, CPO at Egress. Takeaways Bonuses are not effective motivators of performance, as evidenced by research and studies. Removing bonuses from the compensation structure can lead to improved performance and a more engaged workforce. It is important to communicate the reasons for removing bonuses and address any concerns or objections from employees. Performance man...

Today we are joined by Reece Batchelor, TA Lead at Photoroom. Takeaways Understand the why behind transitioning to an outbound sourcing strategy Identify and address blockers within the team Invest in team skills and tools, such as Ashby, for automation Define success metrics to track progress Use data to inform and improve the sourcing strategy A/B test messaging to improve response rates Integra...

Today we are joined by Jennifer Longden, Head of HR at Pollinate International. Takeaways Getting the employee experience right from the start is crucial for organizations as it ensures that new hires are up to speed and able to deliver value. Line managers play a key role in the onboarding process and need to set expectations, keep people accountable, and bring them into the company culture. Unde...

Today we welcome Jim Clarke, Talent Acquisition Director at ITG who runs a high performing TA Team, focusing on data, metrics and KPIs. Takeaways Data metrics and KPIs are crucial for running an effective talent acquisition team. Tracking and analyzing key metrics and KPIs help optimize the performance of the TA team. Balancing the quantity and quality of candidates in the recruitment funnel is es...

Today we are joined by Craig Turner, Head of Talent at Benefex. Takeaways Implementing an applicant tracking system (ATS) can streamline the hiring process and provide a single source of truth. Securing buy-in and sponsorship from key stakeholders is crucial for the success of the talent acquisition (TA) function. Linking TA metrics to business outcomes, such as revenue generation or cost savings,...

Today we are joined by Prentiss Sorrells II, Head of HR at Advantive to discuss how they have built and maintain such a high performing culture. Takeaways A high-performance culture is aligned, engaged, and working together to achieve the common goal. Goal setting, alignment, and accountability are key characteristics of a high-performance team. Establishing alignment and accountability are the in...

Today we are joined by Leah Sharma to talk Fractional TA. Takeaways Fractional TA services can benefit any company, but they are particularly popular among early-stage businesses. Engaging with a fractional TA professional provides quick ramp-up, fast results, and experienced advice. Essential skills for a fractional TA role include having a toolbox of experience, the ability to quickly digest inf...

Today we are joined by Natalia Escobar Ribeiro, to chat DEIB . Takeaways DEI is not limited to gender, sexual orientation, and culture; it also includes disabilities and ageism. Ageism and disabilities are often overlooked in DEI discussions, but they are important issues that need to be addressed. Misconceptions about DEI include viewing it as a political issue and fearing conflict. Implementing...

Today I welcome Chantelle Anderson, Head of Talent at First Central. The conversation discusses the challenges faced in the business and strategies implemented to increase gender diversity and give women more voice within the company. The success of these initiatives has led to recognition and awards for First Central as a great place for women to work. Takeaways Collecting mandatory data and recr...

Today I welcome Martin Nicholson, Director of ProAction HR to discuss how companies can get it right with hiring. The common mistakes businesses make during the hiring process include rushing the recruitment process, not spending enough time getting the process right, and not clearly defining the job description and candidate requirements. Martin helps us understand how to fix these issues. Takeaw...

Summary Jo Wickramasinghe, Chief Product and Technology Officer at BPP, discusses the major digital transformation the company underwent after 50 years in business. BPP, known for its professional qualifications in accountancy and law, expanded into other areas such as management, technology, and healthcare. However, the fragmented experience and outdated systems hindered scalability. Jo was broug...

Summary Robin Reshwan, VP of Talent at Enable, discusses the role of talent teams in organizations and how they can have a bigger impact beyond just hiring. She emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking and understanding the business goals when it comes to talent acquisition. Reshwan also highlights the significance of effective communication within the organization and how talent teams can...

Tom, a talent acquisition expert, shares his experiences and insights on building scalable talent functions. He emphasizes the importance of pragmatism and adaptability in fast-growing companies. Tom also discusses the challenges of defining and measuring quality of hire and the role of data analytics in talent acquisition. He highlights the essential tools and technologies for supporting scalable...

Doug Thomson, Head of Technology at Clearbank, shares his approach to people management and team development. He emphasizes the importance of helping team members identify and build the skills they need to achieve their dream job, while also creating an environment that encourages them to stay. Doug discusses the process of identifying career goals, breaking them down into actionable steps, and pr...

In this episode, Tony Payne discusses the importance of hiring for potential over experience. He explains that hiring for potential can lead to faster, cheaper, and more diverse hiring, as well as increased sustainability for the business. Tony compares hiring potential to gardening, where you focus on the plant before it blooms and get more longevity out of it. He also shares strategies for scopi...

Varun Mohan, co-founder of Codeium, shares the journey of his company from being a GPU virtualization company to building an end-to-end application for code AI. They made a hard pivot when they realized that transformers were going to become popular and decided to build a product around it. Codeium now has over 600,000 users and processes over 100 billion tokens of code every day. Varun emphasizes...

Liz Dowling, Chief People Officer at Viooh, shares insights on building a people workflow and the role of AI and automation in HR. She emphasizes the importance of having a solutions mindset, being adaptable, and getting things done. Liz highlights the need to align the people workflow with the company's strategy and prioritize programs accordingly. She also discusses the challenges faced in b...

Justin Megawarne, co-founder of Megaslice, discusses their hiring philosophy and how they attract the right candidates for their company. They focus on being transparent about the challenges and realities of working at Megaslice, filtering out those who are not a good fit. They emphasize resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace chaos as key traits they look for in candidates. Their h...

Dave Cook, Chief Technology Officer, discusses the shortcomings of traditional training and coaching programs and the importance of a prolonged duration for effective learning. He emphasizes the need for personalized and adaptive training that is relevant to the individual and their specific business context. Dave also highlights the importance of follow-up and continuous learning to ensure that n...

Crina Pupaza is an accomplished Human Capital leader with a wealth of experience in both large, established corporations and nimble startups, building and managing People and Culture teams and successfully scaling organizations from 50 to 500+ employees. With a Masters degree in Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and 15+ years as an HR leader, Crina brings deep behavioral insight,...

Summary The conversation explores the current state of AI adoption in the recruitment and HR tech space, the challenges and opportunities, and the impact of AI on bias and diversity in the hiring process. It also delves into the phases of technology uptake and the innovative use of AI in business development. The conversation explores the challenges and potential of AI, the need for time investmen...

Adam Jackson, Co-Founder of Braintrust Network, discusses their unique talent network and the introduction of BrainTrust Air, an AI-powered talent acquisition tool. The conversation covers the benefits, impact on candidate experience, and the ethical use of AI in recruitment. Adam also shares insights on the future of talent acquisition and the evolution of AI in the hiring process. Takeaways Brai...