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Scroll through the articles below to explore insights, case studies, and interviews created for, and by, the TA Community.
Or if you want weekly Talent updates, check out our regular This Week in Talent (TWIT) column which comes out every Friday.
- Jo Vohland
Learn why Hays is doubling down on talent tech innovation—driven by a commitment to improving recruitment outcomes, staying ahead of market trends, and fostering partnerships that redefine the future of work. Discover why being part of the Innovation Lab at ATC for the past 4 years aligns with their vision for smarter hiring.
- Simon Townsend
Why is time-to-hire a terrible metric? Because it measures your team, but in a horrible way. It’s so variable, and there are so many other metrics that would be more beneficial to focus on. Let Simon Townsend change your mind in this recap of his ATC2024 5+5 Think Again presentation.
- Jo Vohland
Discover how workplace initiatives like Movember drive conversations about men's health and wellbeing. Learn how organisations use creativity to raise awareness and foster a supportive culture. Explore inspiring success stories, tips for engaging teams, and the long-term impact of fostering health-positive workplaces. Join the movement to create lasting change for men’s health.
- Adam Avci
This Week in Talent: with the end of the year approaching, talent acquisition teams face a flurry of activity, from pre-holiday hiring to defining metrics for success in 2025. Adam explores the challenges of balancing urgent hiring goals, refining candidate experience, and selecting 'hero metrics'—key indicators that truly reflect team impact. As TA leaders review traditional measures like time to hire, diversity, and brand strength, the question remains: what metrics best capture success in today’s hiring landscape? Join the debate on the core metrics for TA success and get inspired for the year ahead.
- The Conversation
Australian workers have accumulated over 160 million days of untaken leave, a trend largely driven by increased workloads, financial concerns, and mental health struggles. This mounting leave liability poses challenges for both employees' wellbeing and business budgets.
With burnout on the rise, some employers are starting to mandate leave to support mental health and manage long-term costs, raising questions about whether Australians may eventually be required to take leave for their own and their organisation's benefit. For more details, read on.
- Paul Martin
Struggling with "black hole" job applications? Discover insights from Paul Martin, Director & Co-Founder of Therefore Talent where CX experts explored how Customer Experience (CX) principles can transform recruitment and reduce candidate frustration.
Paul highlights the power of closing job ads after 7 days, a data-driven approach that boosts hiring efficiency and candidate satisfaction. Learn how a CX-focused 7-day ad strategy, inspired by industry data, improves applicant experiences, streamlines processes, and helps talent teams maintain a positive brand image.
- Adam Avci
This Week in Talent: future planning and graduate recruitment is top of the list for Adam this week, sharing his experience at MYOB's future makers academy and his top tips for making an assessment day work. Did he back a winner at the Cup? Pretty sure it was a roughie. Read on.
- Jason Teoh
Curious about how flexible working policies can enhance visibility and drive workplace inclusion? Jason Teoh delves into innovative approaches to workplace flexibility, encouraging leaders to redefine productivity and reimagine visibility beyond the usual office hours. If you’re looking for strategies to shape a flexible, inclusive work environment that truly values employees, don’t miss this insightful read.
- Adam Avci
This Week In Talent: Adam Avci, Talent Lead at MYOB, joins us as the TWIT editor for November and he starts by sharing outcomes of a recent team offsite. He also talks about squiggly careers and the importance of internal mobility. Want to get squiggly? Read on.
- The Conversation
Should employers prioritise efficiency at all costs? It might seem like a good idea. More processes than ever before can now be automated with robotics, artificial intelligence and other technology.
Regardless of whether efficiency tracking practices are right or wrong in a moral sense, a more fundamental question arises. Does increased surveillance and productivity measurement actually increase employee performance?
- Quila Cervelli
Curious about how to give your talent acquisition strategy a fresh edge? In our ATC2024 recap of Aurelio Tedesco's insightful session on revitalising the TAS brand, we learnt Aurelio’s innovative approach is helping businesses redefine their employer branding, attract top talent, and stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. If you’re looking to energise your recruitment efforts and tap into the future of TA, this recap is a must-read!
- Jamie Holder
This Week in Talent: ATC2024 has come and gone, and Jamie Holder is wrapping things up for us while it's still fresh in our minds. From the rise of AI in recruitment to Kevin Wheeler’s provocative predictions, there’s plenty to dive into. Spoiler: AI isn’t here to replace you, but it will make you better—if you embrace it. Want to revolutionise your hiring process? Skills-based hiring, predictive analytics, and personalisation are where it’s at. Plus, some serious fangirling over Kevin. If you missed ATC2024, don’t worry—this recap will get you up to speed.
- Jenna Molan
HUGE thanks to everyone who joined us for ATC2024 and helped us make our very first Melbourne ATC a smash hit.
A big thank you to all of the speakers, moderators, partners, sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, and attendees who made ATC2024. We’re putting it lightly when we say we really can’t do it without you.
- Jamie Holder
This Week In Talent: Jamie talks all things leadership within the TA space, including talking career conversations, how (and when) to delegate and practical things that leaders can do to develop the confidence and skills in their team. Whether you’re new to leadership, a seasoned veteran or aspiring to lead one day – this TWIT is for you.
- Jenna Molan
With 60% of the global population in work, the importance of addressing mental health risks in the workplace cannot be overstated. Poor working conditions, discrimination, and job insecurity contribute to mental health challenges like stress, anxiety, and depression.
But what can we actually do to make things better? Well, the WHO and Mental Health Australia have a few ideas.
