Content by TA Teams for TA Teams
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.
- Allen Russell, Jenna Molan
We were delighted when Allen agreed to answer 3 quick questions about his upcoming ATC2024 session - using Talent Intelligence for Talent Advisory. Read on to hear how Adobe embarked on a data intelligence journey and what this massive undertaking entailed.
- Jenna Molan, Matthew Lant
Matthew Lant took time out of his busy schedule as Head of Recruitment and Employer Brand at the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) to answer 3 quick questions about getting started in talent and his upcoming session at ATC2024: Unified Hiring: how we redefined AFCA's needs and aligned Hiring Leaders.
- Jo Vohland
Return to the office is back in the news again. Using RTO as a blunt instrument ignores key factors like diversity and what candidates are looking for in their work and lives. Find out how to get the most out of your Talent Pool by going on life's journey with your potential employees.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Conversation
Being “ghosted” – cut off from all communications without an explanation – isn’t a pleasant experience in any situation.
So when you’re in the middle of a job hunt – and may have poured your heart and soul into application forms and interviews – it can really sting.
- Aurelio Tedesco
We sat down with Aurelio and asked him 3 quick questions about his upcoming session at ATC2024, reviving TA's brand when trust is gone. Aurelio highlights the importance of a customer service mindset, keeping trust as a part of regular conversations and much more (including a surprising restaurant recommendation in Melbourne!)
- Petey Wang
Petey considers how TA and business can better engage with the next generation by adapting to the needs and expectations of millennials and Gen Z, noting it is not just beneficial but essential.
- John Vlastelica
HR and Recruitment have often felt like 2 separate functions that just work out of the same office. But as the way we work evolves, many modern TA leaders are thinking it’s time to get the band back together. Here are some examples of how Talent Leaders from global organisations have unified elements traditionally thought of as "HR" into the TA function.
- The Conversation
While it's now illegal to restrict employees from openly discussing their salary, it's still generally "not the done thing." But, not talking about salaries can cause problems with pay gaps (by perpetuating implicit bias), and also with employees who mistakenly think they are underpaid. You may not be ready for it now, but there are plenty of reasons for your organisation to start moving towards a model of salary transparency.
- Lucy Eldred
Design Centred Thinking is frequently employed by product development and digital teams, but there's good reason why Talent Acquisition Teams should be using this methodology to help solve critical talent problems. Here's a run down of how TA teams can use Design Centred Thinking, including an example of a Candidate Experience re-development project.