The webinar covered strategies for finding and hiring better candidates in the current workforce environment. It discussed how the HR function is shifting from generalists to specialists focused on strategic initiatives like workforce optimization and analytics. New technologies allow for improved data access and integration across devices. The presenters provided tips for smarter candidate sourcing such as leveraging internal referrals, using social media strategically, considering non-monetary benefits, and casting a wide net across job boards and platforms.
13. Enter Millennials
• Gig employee
• Average (2012): 4.4 years
• Millennials: < 3 years
• Shifts due to aging workforce
• In 2015, Millennials had the greatest
share of the US Labor Force
• Global expansion
• Remote management
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14. Workforce Transformation
• Employer Employee Match
• More critical now than ever
• Workplace culture factors
• Flexibility
• Opportunity for advancement
• Who is shopping for who?
• Recruiting in a new era
• The employer has to provide candidates with a compelling story
• Why work for me?
• Recruiting becomes a blend of HR and Marketing
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Marketing
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15. Workforce Transformation
• Employer Employee Match
• More critical now than ever
• Workplace culture factors
• Flexibility
• Opportunity for advancement
• Who is shopping for who?
• Recruiting in a new era
• The employer has to provide candidates with a compelling story
• Why work for me?
• Recruiting becomes a blend of HR and Marketing
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#SourceSmarter
Human
Resources
Marketing
16. Talent Shortage on the Horizon
• The search for “qualified talent”
• Increasing more difficult
• Lack of confidence in education system
• Employers will become more competitive
• Transition to global growth
• Source skilled/unskilled at reduced cost
• As costs of naturalization increase, relocation of talent becomes less and less feasible
• Training becomes a refocused initiative
• Can you train young talent for advancement?
• Begin the process early
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36. Tip 4: Consider Non-Monetary Offerings
• Salary is important – but some perks can seal the deal
• Flexible work arrangements/work from home opportunities (work/life balance)
• Bring your dog (or cat) to work
• Transportation benefits (free/discounted parking or public transit passes)
• Tuition assistance
• Child care programs
• Think about workforce demographics
• Gen Y vs. Boomers have different needs/interests
• Poll them!
• Make sure there are programs for all
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