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When it comes to bolstering your company culture, few strategies are as effective as internal recruitment. Here's why: 🔍 Internal hires embody your core values. They've grown within the ranks, embodying the ethos that makes your brand unique. This cultural fit ensures a seamless transition and perpetuates the behaviours and attitudes that define your company. 💼 Career growth nurtures loyalty. Investing in your team's progression is a clear sign of commitment - it's saying, 'We believe in you.' This trust translates into employees who are not just workers, but ambassadors of your company's mission and vision. 🔄 Knowledge retention is key. Internal mobility means that valuable insights and experience remain within the business, cutting down on the need for extensive training and steep learning curves. It turns recruitment into an exercise in knowledge preservation. ⌨️ detail2recruitment.com #InternalRecruitment #CompanyCulture #Recruitment

Ensuring the Right Fit: Tailoring Your Recruitment Process for Success It is widely acknowledged that the success of your organisation hinges on having the right individuals on your team. Hence, how can you ensure that your recruitment process is designed to attract those who will share your enthusiasm and determination to propel the company forward? 1. Begin by evaluating your organisational culture, as it often serves as a magnet for potential candidates who are drawn to your work environment. 2. Recognise that for your culture to effectively attract candidates, it must be visible and evident in the day-to-day operations of your organisation. 3. Foster a culture-building mindset among all your employees. Encourage them to provide input on what they appreciate about the company and identify areas for improvement. When people feel valued and know their voices are heard, they become the best advocates for attracting like-minded recruits. 4. Aid new hires in understanding how they will be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of the company's culture. 5. Continuously evaluate your culture's alignment with your clearly articulated objectives. Are you still focused on what truly matters to the company, or have you veered off course? Potential employees pay attention to any discrepancies between what you claim to do and what you actually do. #RecruitmentSuccess #CompanyCultureMatters #RightPeopleOnBoard #TeamBuilding #WorkplaceEnvironment #EmployeeEngagement #CulturalFit #CompanyValues #HiringProcess #EmployeeVoice

Mindset and Attitude   My thanks to Neil Carberry and Recruitment & Employment Confederation Events Team for arranging the rewarding event recently featuring Greg Savage discussing his new book.   It’s great to hear Greg’s delivery and also to have confirmed that what we’re implementing, and our mindset at Roxwell Talent is ‘best-in-brand’ and is contributing to our ongoing growth and success.   Whilst he covered all areas of recruitment operations, I’d like to highlight the key points he covered on ‘Attitude and Mindset’.   - The best recruiters/”biggest billers” examine what went wrong, keep learning, don’t get complacent, and are deeply competitive. - You should seek equity with clients and own the problem with them – you are the expert at recruitment! – Equity is a journey, and it takes time to earn. - Anything that can be predicted can be automated so you need to be brilliant at consulting and advising. - Never drag wasted emotion forward – build bouncebackability (yes, it is in the dictionary 😊). - In the long run there is no luck. As Shane Warne said, “It’s not luck, it’s Attitude”. - Try to have 10 seconds of courage to start the hard tasks/difficult tasks that are most important.   We know, not only as recruiters, but as recruitment business owners, that our mindset and attitude along with that of our teams, is the starting point as our ‘Why’, in delivering the best service to our clients and candidates, whilst recognising that it's essential in growing our business through providing a healthy culture and environment.   How much time do you allocate to ensuring your mindset and attitude are focussed to your best advantage?   #recruitment #training #leadership

Morning Reflections ☕️: 💼The recruitment process is a very important journey for both the candidate and the employer. In this process, the soft skills play a pivotal role. Employers recognise the importance of softs skills such as communication, emotional intelligence or problem solving. The soft skills foster a productive work environment. Candidates are now evaluated beyond their technical skills and technical qualifications. Therefore, recognising the importance of soft skills in recruitment helps organisations to navigate challenges and to build high-performing teams.🔚

🏅📜 Just finished reading Brent Morrell's innovative take on talent recruitment, and I couldn't help but reflect on the real-world implications for HR professionals. 1️⃣ Authenticity Matters: Crafting job postings with Shakespearean flair isn't about theatrics, but about authenticity. When you're genuine in your approach, potential hires notice. 2️⃣ Creativity & Culture: Initiatives like "Office Olympics" or a "Wall of Gratitude" aren't just fun—they shape a company culture. It's crucial for organizations to not just adopt these strategies but adapt them in ways that align with their core values. 3️⃣ Fail Forward: Embracing failure as a stepping stone to innovation is powerful. It's about fostering a growth mindset and celebrating risk-taking, which in turn attracts forward-thinking talent. From my lens as an HR consultant, these insights aren't mere strategies but are foundational building blocks for a thriving workplace. It's not about following the trend but understanding the why behind it and tailoring it to fit your unique organization. As we reimagine our talent strategies, let's ask: Are we just attracting talent, or are we building a community? 💡✍️ #TalentMatters #HRInsights #CompanyCulture #BeyondRecruitment https://lnkd.in/eCXX9Vnc

In the recruitment world, we often highlight the importance of showcasing soft skills to potential employers. But what exactly are they, and how can they be measured? Often overlooked in favour of their 'hard' counterparts, soft skills such as communication, leadership and problem-solving are becoming increasingly valued in the business world. Why? Simply put, they're the skills that help to foster an innovative and collaborative workplace - something that is crucial for businesses hoping to stay ahead of the curve. Nurturing these abilities in existing staff and seeking them out in potential candidates is an essential part of future-proofing your workforce. Let's reappraise our understanding of 'soft' skills - they're not soft at all, but rather vital components required for a robust and resilient organisation. It’s high time we invest more energy into identifying and nurturing these key traits within our teams.

As we navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, providing timely and accurate feedback to candidates has never been more crucial. Here's why: First impressions count, and in the recruitment process, the manner in which feedback is delivered can significantly shape a candidate's perception of an organisation. Prompt feedback demonstrates respect for the time and effort applicants have invested. It reflects a company's professionalism and can enhance its reputation in the competitive talent market. Accuracy in feedback is equally important. It offers candidates valuable insights into their performance, highlighting strengths and pinpointing areas for improvement. This constructive approach not only aids their professional development but also fosters a positive relationship between the candidate and the company, regardless of the outcome. Moreover, in an era where employer reviews can be shared widely on platforms like Glassdoor, the way a company interacts with potential employees can have far-reaching implications for its employer brand. Positive candidate experiences can lead to endorsements and referrals, bolstering the company's ability to attract top talent. In the UK, where the job market can be particularly competitive, providing timely and accurate feedback also aligns with best practices outlined by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). It upholds the principles of fairness and transparency that are highly valued in the UK's professional landscape. In summary, timely and accurate feedback is a cornerstone of effective recruitment. It not only enhances the candidate experience but also solidifies a company's standing as an employer of choice. As we strive for excellence in talent acquisition, let us not underestimate the power of feedback to shape the future of our workforce. #Recruitment #Feedback #TalentManagement

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A new article offering talent acquisition tips for HR managers on forbes.com features a contribution from our Co-Founder, Alex Gillespie! The article touches on the importance of active listening, mitigating unconscious bias, planning and skill evaluation. Alex points to a need to look beyond skills-led interviewing, instead focusing on cultural markers like values, work ethic and adaptability. Read the full article here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eyEtU4GZ

Soft skills matter. Studies show that 53% of employers consider them "essential" when hiring, and 89% of recruiters associate bad hires with a lack of soft skills. Remember, fostering an employee-friendly workplace starts with strong soft skills. #hiringtips #softskills #recruitmenttips #jobseekertips #interviewtips