A lot of people are blaming the lack of talent on the “shortage of critical skills in the U.S.” I think most of the perceived shortage is really a shortage of creative talent strategies. Many employers expect immediate plug-and-play candidates, new employees who come prepared with the skills and training to be productive immediately upon entering the workplace. Employers that invest in growing their own talent, will have an advantage.
The employers that blame the lack of resources on the “talent shortage” might look in the mirror and ask, “What have I done lately to create a strategic talent pool for my organization? Employers need to utilize creative talent strategies to grow their own talent pools. It is up to employers to build a creative talent pipeline. Ways to create strategic talent strategies:
To learn more about Talent Acquisition strategies, watch this HR Matrix Tips “Concierge Hiring” Episode 2. Comments are closed.
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