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Is the recruiting process the same for every potential employee? Do you need to be concerned if a potential employee asks more questions early on or waits to later in the process? Does it mean something about how that person will fit into the organization? What causes someone to make the decision to join your firm? Is it the firm? Is it you, the hiring manager? Is it something else entirely. These were some of the questions discussed in this informative (but short) video from FundFire. I was thrilled to share my thoughts along with Tina Byles Williams, Kate Burke and Christine Hurtsellers. Watch it for a few actionable takeaways on what you need to be mindful of when hiring talent right now. It's something we're thinking a lot about at Third Street Partners on behalf of our clients. #assetmanagement #talent #recruiting #humanresources

Here’s the thing: Young people are encouraged to challenge employers, but can face criticism for ‘questioning everything’. They’re also expected to join a workforce with soft skills and confidence working F2F, but have lived through a pandemic where there was no opportunity to learn those nuances. Some great conversations have been opened up by speakers and panellists at The Open University event today around harnessing young talent. Great to support a client seeking solutions to future-proof UK businesses and invest in young talent👌👌 #ElevateEquity

There are so many pitfalls when getting exit ready - especially for women business owners - starting with the advice they often get to start with the numbers. Numbers are certainly important but so are the emotional effects. Want to know more? ▶️ Watch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gS482z_H #WomenInBusiness #WomenBusinessOwners #WomenBuildValue #ExitReady #yourhiddenadvantage

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As another JFF Horizons comes to a close, I sit down with Maria Flynn, president & CEO of Jobs for the Future (JFF), to discuss the top workforce issues at this year's conference, including skills-first hiring. Here's a bit of that conversation. More to come in the coming weeks. WorkingNation #WorkingNationOverheard #workforce #skillsbasedhiring #workforcedevelopment #JFFHorizons #HorizonsonLinkedIn

Invest in W o m e n: Accelerate Growth! Review of top leaders' success in the business supply market Today is International Women’s Day! Join the United Nations in celebrating under the theme 'Invest in women: Accelerate progress'. We highlight the progress of the Top 30 women leaders in the international business supply market....

Let's delve into some reflection thoughts for 2024 focused on diversity, inclusion, and employees' well-being. Together, we'll tackle the root cause of these issues and work towards eliminating this 21st-century vice cycle.

Hope you enjoy the conclusion of a 3 part conversation on equity in hiring. #equity# diversity #inclusion #hiring #equality #conversation https://lnkd.in/dFS_eVv5

Let's talk diversity, equity and inclusion in real estate! Take 5 minutes with expert Stacey Bernal to learn more about what bias is and how you can become a more well-rounded person by seeking to understand others.

States with a diverse mix of industries are often better sources of #talent, a factor companies should consider when deciding where to grow. Learn how Illinois' diverse industry mix has created positive waves across the state in our #TalentGuide. #BeinIllinois 🌊 https://ow.ly/HhtK50QcEwV