We're Only Human

How to Use "Contracting" as a Recruiting Power Skill

Ben Eubanks Episode 188

In this engaging episode of 'We Are Only Human', host Ben welcomes Paul Norman, a seasoned TA leader and consultant. Paul shares his extensive experiences in talent acquisition across diverse industries like financial services, technology, and healthcare. The discussion covers TA strategy, aligning recruitment with business goals, user experience in recruiting, and building credibility with hiring managers. Paul also emphasizes the importance of listening, contracting during intake meetings, and simplifying the hiring process to be successful at scale. Tune in for practical tips on enhancing your talent acquisition function.


Key moments
00:41 Paul Norman's Career Journey
02:00 Challenges and Success in Talent Acquisition
03:50 Aligning TA with Business Goals
06:51 Strategies for High Volume Hiring
13:57 Improving Candidate and Hiring Manager Experience
19:37 Building Credibility and Effective Processes
31:34 Final Thoughts and Contact Information


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