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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
You may have noticed that some D&I teams have turned into DEIB teams, adding Equity and Belonging to Diversity and Inclusion. They are BRILLIANT additions but many businesses are still more focused on the D and the I, with the E and B not fully understood and embedded across the wider business. Let’s take a look at what they both mean.
- Jody Smith
This week in Talent: cleaning up a hot mess talent function, using a customer journey to convince the higher-ups to change an ugly user experience. Why creating personas was a game-changer in analysing a talent experience and more.
- Jo Vohland
Last night, Melbourne rolled out the red carpet for the Internal Talent Awards (ITAs), shining a spotlight on the brightest stars in the talent acquisition industry.
It was an unforgettable evening packed with applause, excitement, and well-deserved recognition of innovation and excellence. The team at ATC sends a huge congratulations to all the finalists—what a fierce competition. Dive into the full list of winners below and see who claimed top spots in this glittering celebration of talent.
- The Conversation
Parents sometimes ask: what’s the point of drama class? Many want their children to choose elective subjects, especially in Year 12, that parents think will help them get into university and establish a career.
This is despite the fact work possibilities are wide open for the average 17 year-old, who is likely to have a range of jobs and careers over their lifetime.
- Jody Smith
This Week in Talent: We welcome back Jody Smith to the editor seat, who brings us an intro to Human Centred Design (HCD) thinking, a bunch of design tools and resources you should bookmark, and Jody’s recommendation of which ATC Events session to attend if HCD is your jam.
- Petey Wang
This Week in Talent: Petey Wang joins us for a special edition in celebration of Wear it Purple Day. This edition not only spotlights the vibrant diversity within our community but also prompts a reflection on the visibility and recognition of LGBTQI+ accomplishments and milestones over the past year. Plus, it includes a great DEIB resource and much more.
- Jo Vohland
It has received a lot of attention since the law was introduced to parliament, but what does new the "Right to Disconnect " mean for workplaces, and what does it mean for TA?
- Kim Boland
When CPO Kim Boland was asked to help her Organisation expand into a new Country, new Labour Laws, Cultural Learning and Tax Considerations and Access to Talent were just some of her key concerns.
- The Conversation
This might seem like quite a dull affair, but for the world of finance, it’s a blockbuster event. Investors watch on with bated breath, and company share prices can move dramatically with the announcements.
And it has big implications for the rest of us, too. Here’s why earnings season is so important, and how to make sense of all the noise.
- Kevin Wheeler
Today's work environment is more flexible, creative, and focused on results rather than process than in the past. This transformation has freed workers from traditional work constraints and opened up new possibilities for how and where work can be done. Kevin shares his insights into the strategic role of Talent Facilitators - opening opportunities for those who work in Talent
- Andy Martin
We gave Andy Martin, the Head of Talent Acquisition at Only About Children,3 quick questions that we had about his upcoming session at ATC2024 and we were blown away by his insights.
This is not the first time Andy built a Talent Advisory team and he believes this is now the standard of what TA will eventually become in many organisations.
- Denise Pereira, Marrin-Boyd Andrews, Sarah Calverley
What does it take to be a Sourcer in today's world? We asked three Sourcing Leaders what their top questions are when interviewing a Sourcer for their team. Here are 8 interview questions a Sourcer needs to be able to answer, according to the experts.
- Damian Bridge
Many organisations are looking to hire more contractors to support their FY25 goals. If the contingent workforce is part of your hiring plans, Oncore have got you covered with their latest 2024 State of Contracting Report.
With 500+ contractors surveyed, their report highlights the trends and insights needed to optimise your attraction and retention strategies.
- Jenna Molan
It’s that special time of the year when we showcase the best Internal Talent – the finalists for the 2024 Internal Talent Awards were announced today by TaPod- We Talk Talent.
- Sunanda Creagh, The Conversation
Done well, the renewable energy transition should improve the lives of First Nations Australians. Many are looking for ways to stay on Country, use their knowledge of Country and contribute to industries that align with their values.
