The Automation Tipping Point Talent acquisition leaders today are caught in a balancing act: the need to move faster while keeping hiring deeply human. Technology promises efficiency, but automation isn’t a magic wand; it’s a tool. Knowing when to automate is the real leadership advantage. In recruitment, timing
Because the biggest barrier to transformation isn’t technology.... It’s trust. Every leader says they want change. But when the moment arrives, new systems, new structures, new ways of working, resistance creeps in. Suddenly, the room that was full of nodding heads is full of crossed arms. The truth
Let’s start with a provocation: Talent Acquisition isn’t enough. For too long, organisations have obsessed over how to find talent but not how to enable it. They pour millions into sourcing tools, employer branding, and recruitment marketing… yet neglect what happens after the contract is signed. Here’s
Because if Talent Acquisition can’t prove its value, it will always be seen as a cost centre. Let’s be honest.... Talent Acquisition (TA) has a branding problem. Despite being responsible for hiring the very people who create business value, TA is still too often viewed as a transactional,
In today’s hyper-competitive talent landscape, Talent Acquisition (TA) is no longer a backend function; it’s a strategic differentiator. Yet, many organisations still rely on legacy systems and outdated practices that can no longer keep pace with evolving business needs. Transitioning from a legacy TA model to a leading-edge
Or are you just saying what you think people want to hear? Every organisation claims to have a compelling Employee Value Proposition (EVP). It’s on your website. It’s in your recruitment campaigns. It’s polished, approved, and perfectly branded. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: most EVPs don’
In many organisations, TA is still perceived as a primarily tactical function, focused on filling roles, reducing time-to-hire, and managing requisition loads. While these are important responsibilities, they represent only a fraction of the value TA can deliver. As businesses face increasing uncertainty, shifting workforce needs, and heightened competition for
For years, my career has been my main focus. I’ve thrived on quick getaways, long weekends here and there, to “recharge” just enough to keep going. Or so I thought. This week I returned from a four-week holiday in Italy. For someone used to surviving on short breaks, it
For many organisations, headcount planning is an annual budgeting exercise, an administrative step to tally positions, assign costs, and get approvals. But in a world where talent is a decisive factor in growth, innovation, and resilience, headcount planning can be so much more than a spreadsheet. When approached strategically, headcount
TA has never been busier. Talent Partners are juggling requisitions, sourcing, scheduling, screening, and countless touchpoints with candidates and hiring managers. But here’s the truth: reporting on “how busy” we are doesn’t prove the value of our work. Too often, TA leaders present metrics like: * Number of resumes
For decades, many organisations have approached hiring as a reactive exercise, filling vacancies when they arise, often under pressure, with little time to think about the bigger picture. This “vacancy-filling” mindset may keep the seats occupied, but it rarely moves the organisation forward. In today’s fast-changing business environment where
There has long been debate about whether Talent and HR should sit under the same banner. My view? They should be separate departments with distinct mandates, but work in deep alignment. Different Priorities, Different Mindsets HR is foundational, ensuring the business runs smoothly through policies, compliance, employee relations, payroll, and