Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA)

Experience mental fitness for HR leaders at the 2024 RPOA Annual Conference! This year's conference theme is resilience leadership. Today’s HR leaders are like elite athletes. They rely on their ability to build high-performing teams and embed themselves deeply into the performance and engagement of their people. 🗓️ Join us on October 6-8, 2024 at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown for this transformative experience. Learn from @Kristen Fox Lampert and @Suzie Mitchell how to shift from a reactive to a proactive mindset and make impactful, positive changes in your professional and personal life. We are grateful to our sponsors—Advanced RPO, Hueman RPO, Broadleaf Results, An Aleron Company, AgileOne, Indeed for Business, Comrise, TalentEdgeAI, and NXTThing RPO for their invaluable support in bringing these critical insights to the forefront of HR leadership. 🔗 Register to attend: https://bit.ly/4dNp8DV Don't miss this opportunity to join peers at the conference, enhance your mental agility, and become a more effective leader. See you in Chicago! #RPOACON2024 #HRLeadership #MentalFitness #TalentAcquisition #ResilientLeadership

Are you prepared for the complexities of M&A in the recruitment process outsourcing industry? Join us at RPOACON2024 for an essential panel discussion, "What RPO Leaders Should Know about Mergers and Acquisitions." 👥 Meet Our Expert Panelists: Bill Filip, seasoned executive with extensive experience in M&A. Pam Verhoff, renowned for her strategic acumen in complex deals. Dwight Cooper, a veteran in navigating successful acquisitions. 🗓️ Moderated by Joe Marino, this session will deep dive into the crucial aspects of M&A, from financial targets and deal structures to the overall process of being acquired. Whether you’re considering buying, selling, or simply want to understand the dynamics of M&A, this discussion will provide you with the insights needed to strategize effectively. 🗓️ Date: October 6-8, 2024 📍 Location: Renaissance Chicago Downtown 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3za7jjf Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that can inform your strategic planning and position your RPO business for success in an evolving market. Connect with market experts to help you learn and grow your network. #RPOACON2024 #MergersAndAcquisitions #RPO #BusinessStrategy #Leadership

Talent leader @Elaine Nicol of AgileOne provides valuable knowledge on how recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) improves talent acquisition. Here is a preview of part two of her recent interview with the RPOA. #TalentLeaderCouncil. 🌟 RPOA: What is recruitment process outsourcing (RPO)? Elaine Nicol: Recruitment Process Outsourcing occurs when companies partner with an RPO firm and outsource certain elements of the talent acquisition process. 🌟 Q. How does RPO function in talent acquisition? RPO has evolved beyond basic outsourcing. Providers now offer high-level sourcing strategies. By partnering with talent acquisition leads, RPO providers become the client's TA department, focusing solely on recruiting with subject matter expertise. 🌟 Q. How do high turnover rates affect the hiring process and workforce planning? High turnover rates can trap organizations in a cycle of hiring quantity over quality. Rapid growth and retirement planning can also impact long-term workforce planning. Businesses facing cost pressures often prioritize less experienced employees, leading to hiring mistakes and high turnover. A partnership with an RPO firm requires ongoing optimization to adapt to evolving technology and processes. Clients must continuously evaluate and improve the talent acquisition experience for the future. 🌟 Q. Why does a partnership with an RPO firm require ongoing optimization and enhancement to meet the changing talent acquisition needs? A good RPO partner collaborates with you to produce excellent results. However, the process doesn't end there. Clients must continuously adapt and optimize the talent acquisition process through ongoing evaluation and improvement to enhance the candidate, hiring manager, and overall talent acquisition experience for the future. To read the complete interview, click the image below. 👇 The Talent Leader Council is a blog series by RPOA featuring insights from talent acquisition leaders on industry trends. It supports RPOA's mission of creating thought leadership and educating the marketplace about recruitment process outsourcing and positions RPOA as the PLACE TO GO FOR RPO™. #workforceplanning #rpo #recruitmentprocessoutsourcing #talentacquisition #ta #successionplanning https://bit.ly/4dS9k2C

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What does the future hold for recruitment process outsourcing? Discover the answers at Terry Terhark's keynote session at the RPOA Annual Conferene. Terry will review the current evolution of the RPO Industry. With over 30 years of industry experience, Terry will dive deep into the latest trends, buyer behaviors, and technological advancements that are reshaping the RPO landscape. 🗓️ Join us on October 6-8, 2024 in Chicago to explore how shifts from cost-driven to quality-centric approaches are influencing talent acquisition today. Learn about the pivotal role of data analytics, AI, and automation in creating more efficient and tailored RPO solutions. We extend our gratitude to our sponsors—Advanced RPO, Hueman RPO, Broadleaf, AgileOne, Indeed, Comrise, TalentEdge AI, and NXTThing RPO—for their invaluable support. 🔗 Don’t wait, secure your spot now: https://hubs.li/Q02LDFy70 This session is a must-attend for anyone interested in staying ahead in the dynamic world of talent acquisition. Gear up to gain strategic insights that will prepare your organization for the future challenges and opportunities in RPO. #RPOACON2024 #TalentAcquisition #HRLeadership #InnovationInRPO

Talent leader Elaine Nicol of AgileOne shares valuable insights on the benefits of consistent hiring and how RPO can improve hiring processes and drive organizational success. Here is a preview of part one of her recent interview with the RPOA. #TalentLeaderCouncil. 🌟RPOA: Why is it important to have a consistent hiring process? A consistent hiring process ensures happiness and meets both quantitative and qualitative metrics. RPO maintains standards, promotes fairness, and enhances efficiency, resulting in a high-quality, unbiased workforce, improved performance, and reduced hiring time. It streamlines the process and provides a positive candidate experience, benefiting an employer's brand. In today's digital age, delivering a fair and positive candidate-centric process can significantly enhance an employer's reputation. 🌟 Q. What are some of the causes of systematic problems with the hiring process? The absence of a well-established talent acquisition strategy at the executive level leads to inconsistent hiring processes. Hiring procedures should be uniform, although the methods for recruiting frontline employees may differ from those for recruiting senior executives. Without a strategic, documented hiring process and the necessary tools, ad-hoc solutions are often used to fill in the gaps, resulting in discrepancies across multiple locations and a disjointed hiring experience. These inconsistencies arise due to a lack of a strategy for ensuring uniformity and a metric for measuring and refining the process, ultimately leading to varied practices across different locations. 🌟 Q. How can companies improve their hiring process when fractured across various departments? The key to a successful hiring process lies in creating a clear strategy, documenting processes, using the right tools, and involving the appropriate individuals from the start. A thorough assessment and effective communication plan are crucial, leading to long-term time savings and improved efficiency. Regular optimization is also vital. 🌟 Q. How does RPO improve hiring consistency? RPO firms use their expertise and insights to implement consistent hiring processes across different departments and locations. Involving the client is crucial as it ensures that recruiting methods align with the client's culture and address location-specific nuances, resulting in a high-quality hiring experience for everyone. To read the complete interview, click the image below. 👇 The Talent Leader Council is a blog series by RPOA featuring insights from talent acquisition leaders on industry trends. It supports RPOA's mission of creating thought leadership and educating the marketplace about recruitment process outsourcing and positions RPOA as the PLACE TO GO FOR RPO™. #hiringprocess #consistenhiring #rpo #recruitmentprocessoutsourcing #talentacquisition #ta https://hubs.li/Q02Mfdlr0

🌟 Achieve Higher Quality and Consistency in Hiring with RPO 🌟 In the competitive world of talent acquisition, employers must maintain high standards and consistency. According to the RPOA 2023 RPO Trends Report, Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) can significantly enhance the quality and consistency of hiring process. 🔹 Higher Quality Hires: Companies using RPO report that 67% experience higher quality hires. RPO providers offer expert screening and assessment processes, ensuring that only the best candidates are selected. 🔹 Consistent Hiring Processes: 50% of employers see an increase in consistent hiring with RPO. This consistency helps mitigate challenges like candidate ghosting and skills shortages, providing a reliable talent pipeline. 🔹 Faster Hiring Times: Two out of three employers working with an RPO partner say that hiring happens faster. In a fast-paced market, reducing time-to-hire assures securing top talent before competitors. 🔹 Enhanced Business Focus: 97% of employers note that having a trusted RPO partner allows them to concentrate on other business-critical priorities. This partnership enables companies to allocate resources more effectively and focus on strategic growth. By partnering with an RPO, you can ensure that not only a faster and more consistent hiring process but also gain higher quality candidates, driving business success. Access the RPOA Report 2023 to learn more about the transformative value of RPO and how it can elevate your talent strategy. 📥 Download here: https://hubs.li/Q02LMkQm0 #AmplifyRPO #RPO #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment #HRTrends #BusinessGrowth #QualityHiring

💡 How can talent acquisition leaders navigate a volatile recruiting environment? Join us for an insightful panel discussion on "The Delicate Balance of The Modern Talent Acquisition Leader," moderated by Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory. Dive into the multifaceted challenges of managing recruitment teams during unpredictable hiring fluctuations with global talent acquisition leaders Kelly Burlage, Sarah Peiker, Rob Navarrete, and Trent Cotton. 🗓️ Date: October 6-8, 2024 📍 Location: Renaissance Chicago Downtown 🔗 Register now: https://hubs.li/Q02LLF7C0 This session will explore various strategies, techniques, and best practices to keep recruiters engaged and productive, especially during slow recruitment cycles. Learn firsthand from the findings of the recent RPO Trends Study and gain actionable insights to navigate the complex recruitment landscape, improving your team's effectiveness and driving business success. We are thankful to our sponsors—Advanced RPO, Hueman RPO, Broadleaf Results, An Aleron Company, AgileOne, Indeed for Business, Comrise, TalentEdgeAI and NXTThing RPO for their support in making these critical discussions possible. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your leadership skills and connect with fellow HR professionals. See you in Chicago! #RPOACON2024 #TalentAcquisition #HRLeadership #RecruitmentStrategies #RPO

Check out the latest Real Talk on Talent episode from RPOA gold member @Hueman RPO! Learn how age and life stages influence workplace behavior more than generational labels. https://bit.ly/3ArnBVr #RealTalkonTalent #podcast #rpo #ta #futureofwork #recruiting

Final reminder of free live webinar tomorrow: Understanding and Valuing Neurodiversity. We all experience, interact with, and interpret the world uniquely! This 30-minute webinar will deepen your understanding of neurodiversity (learning and thinking differences) and recognize the differences in our brains to develop a wider view of “normal,” which helps improve communication, development, and leadership style. The goal is to learn how to listen and engage respectfully for a more inclusive workplace. About the speaker: Victoria Hill brings a unique perspective as the Senior Director of Diversity & Social Impact at Advanced Group. With over 15 years of experience in the human resources marketplace, she has a strong focus on the human experience and building inclusive relationships. Her expertise in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I), Leadership Development, and Human Resources Management is unparalleled. Victoria leads the company’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, which focuses on awareness, training, recruitment process, and public relations. She also facilitates a range of DE&I trainings, including Neurodiversity, Conscious Inclusion, Interview Bias, Bystander Intervention, and Building Inclusive Relationships. Victoria and her team develop diversity programs that promote unbiased decision-making and create a safe space for employees to thrive. Thank you to RPO Leadership Forum partner Advanced RPO ✔️Register to participate and receive the recording: https://bit.ly/4fDBP5r #rpo #neurodiversity #talentacquisition #futureofwork #rpoleadershipforum