Always On Sourcing
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
TA
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
TA
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
TA
In a world where talent acquisition (TA) is expected to be fast, data-driven, and scalable, one might assume that aggressive, top-down leadership is what’s required. However, the truth is that TA doesn't need more command-and-control; it needs stewardship. Stewardship is a leadership style rooted in service, accountability,
TA
Talent Acquisition (TA) is often seen as a growth driver, bringing in the people needed to execute strategy. But TA is also a powerful risk management tool, protecting organisations from costly mis-hires, skills gaps, compliance failures, and operational slowdowns. When TA leaders frame their function as a risk mitigator, they
AI in Talent Acquisition
As a Talent leader, I get approached 20+ times a week, whether calls, emails, or LinkedIn messages, from vendors insisting that their product will "solve my problems." Funny thing is, most of them don’t even know what those problems are. My golden rule: For me, if you
AI in Talent Acquisition
In today’s hyper-competitive talent market, sourcing is no longer a one-off task; it’s a continuous, strategic function. Future-focused companies are shifting away from reactive hiring and building always-on sourcing cultures that engage talent proactively and persistently. The key driver of this shift? AI-powered sourcing tools. At Abano Healthcare,
TA Transformation
In a world driven by rapid technological advancement, it’s tempting to believe that upgrading tools and platforms is the silver bullet for transforming Talent Acquisition (TA). Applicant Tracking Systems, AI-powered sourcing, and recruitment marketing platforms all provide efficiency and better hires. And while these tools play a critical role,
Talent Acqusition
Talent Acquisition (TA) is no longer just a recruitment function; it's a strategic enabler of business growth. Yet, many TA teams still rely on fragmented systems and legacy processes that crack under pressure when demand surges or market conditions shift. To meet the growing expectations of agility, efficiency,