Recruiting Done Right
- Morgan Hunter
- Jan 7
- 2 min read
In this episode of Monster in My Closet, Anil and Morgan explore the complexities of recruitment with guest Stacey Young, a talent acquisition expert. The conversation covers building intentional hiring strategies that focus on cultural fit, inclusivity, and long-term success. They discuss pitfalls like lack of alignment, the importance of transparency in culture communication, actionable onboarding plans, and how technology, such as AI, is transforming talent acquisition. Stacey provides practical advice for recruiters and hiring managers, emphasizing partnership, accountability, and intentionality in fostering diverse and equitable hiring practices. These show notes include the following:
"If you’re hiring but can’t carve out time for pre-interview prep, then guess what? You don’t have time to be hiring."
Key Takeaways
Define Cultural Fit: Align recruitment processes with company mission, values, and purpose. Conduct pre-interview briefings with the team to establish clear evaluation criteria.
Intentional Onboarding: Develop a detailed onboarding plan covering milestones for the first day, week, 30, 60, 90 days, and one year. Use tools like AI to streamline the process.
Enhance Inclusivity: Use data-driven location strategies to identify diverse talent pools and include a gender-neutral language in job descriptions. Showcase team diversity during interviews.
Streamline Feedback Loops: Schedule weekly recruiter check-ins and establish accountability for interview feedback within 24 hours. Avoid prolonged candidate evaluations to maintain momentum.
Hire Beyond Experience: Encourage hiring from diverse industries to bring innovative perspectives to the organization.
Be Transparent: Clearly communicate role expectations, challenges, and team dynamics to candidates during the interview process.
"Stop posting and praying. Be intentional. Go hunting for talent."
Research and Statistics
Time to First Impression: Research shows new hires form an impression of their employer within the first 30 days. Poor onboarding can increase turnover rates by 50%.
Diverse Teams Drive Innovation: Companies with above-average diversity achieve 19% higher innovation revenue, according to a Boston Consulting Group study.
Inclusivity in Job Descriptions: Studies indicate that gender-neutral job descriptions increase female applications by 42%.
Onboarding Length: Organizations that extend onboarding programs for one year see 69% greater retention rates.
Suggested Reading
Work Rules! by Laszlo Bock
Who: The A Method for Hiring by Geoff Smart and Randy Street
Recruit Rockstars by Jeff Hyman
Radical Candor by Kim Scott (for feedback-related insights)
Wrap-up
Recruiting isn’t just about filling positions—it’s about laying the foundation for your organization’s culture and success. By prioritizing transparency, inclusivity, and intentionality, as Stacey Young highlights, you can transform your recruitment strategy into a competitive advantage. From crafting thoughtful onboarding plans to leveraging diverse perspectives, these steps ensure that both candidates and organizations thrive. In today’s fast-paced world, aligning your hiring practices with your company’s mission and values isn’t optional—it’s essential.
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