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"Technical skills can be developed through training and on-the-job experience. What's really important to us is that behaviour alignment and transferable skills." What a great article in Trenchless Australasia highlighting our values-led approach to hiring! You can read more here: https://lnkd.in/gXQsKtmD

As we stand at the precipice of a new era, The Working Earth envisions the future of work and recruitment in 2024. Our vision is one of increased flexibility, technology integration, and a deeper understanding of individual needs. We foresee a recruitment landscape where adaptability, sustainability, and diversity take center stage. By staying ahead of emerging trends and embracing innovation, The Working Earth is not just a player in the future of work — we are architects shaping it for the better.

UTILITY LEADERS!!! Tennessee Valley Authority's Vice President of Labor Supply & Partnerships, Will Trumm, speaks on "Embrace Change to Overcome Short and Long-Term Workforce Challenges of the Utility Industry." Be in the room (or on Zoom) at the Utility Change Conference as he shares his perspectives and strategies on how #utilities can develop the skills, teams, and supply population for right-now solutions and pipeline solutions for generations to come. Don’t miss this important discussion for the future of our industry at The Utility Change Conference - EAST! Not long ago, the utility industry was the gold standard career path for skilled workers. As those workers are now retiring or planning to retire shortly, the industry – and many other industries – face a shortage of skilled workers. The utility industry needs to make some big changes, fast, in order to avoid unprecedented economic repercussions. → How can the utility industry compete with other industries for the same employees?   → Who are we competing with and what can we do about it?   → How can utilities be more strategic and collaborative to solve our short and long-term challenges together?  → What are the consequences of ignoring this current situation? Get tickets for yourself and your team TODAY! https://lnkd.in/e-Dnp3yK

HR&A recently conducted an economic impact study for Con Edison, which underscores the utility provider’s substantial role as a key economic driver in New York and New Jersey. The report highlights Con Edison’s contributions across three main areas: job creation and business support, significant tax contributions, and efforts to drive equity in the energy sector.        In a recent New York Living feature, HR&A Partner Kate Wittels emphasized Con Edison's impact, stating, “The economic impact report looks at Con Edison as an employer, quantifies its spending in the economy, and shows the jobs and economic activity it generates for New York City and State, both in terms of economic output and taxes.”        To learn more about Con Edison's work impact, read this piece in amNY newspaper: https://lnkd.in/eBDQyqyK       Read the full 2023 report here: https://lnkd.in/eUevJA7a     Graphics by PINGPONG DESIGN STUDIO       #EconomicImpact #JobCreation #CleanEnergy #WorkforceDevelopment #ConEdison 

I’ve made many crazy decisions in my life. Because that’s what felt right at that moment. In 2008, I decided to leave Construction for good after I helped scale an electrical construction firm from 400M to 1.3B in my tenure. Why? The owner’s values didn’t align with mine. I can’t ever compromise my values. I left the company at a time when I could’ve easily gotten promoted. In 2021, I left corporate America (my dream) to start my firm, M Squared Talent Solutions. Reason? Near-death experience showed me the fragility of mindlessly chasing the corporate ladder. It was a great gamble considering it was during Covid shutdowns, my weak body, etc. Present day, I founded The Electrical Community with Irene Walsh Garcia and Sergio Cortez. Easily the 1st community for #ElectricalProfessionals. Prompt? We’ve seen the industry’s problems and can’t unsee them. In our first meeting, we felt this could be a crazy decision. And it was. But that’s what made us pursue it. You see, in my life, all the crazy decisions turned out the best ones. They helped me find my calling - to help electrical professionals live a meaningful life and earn big figures. All that led to the foundation of The Electrical Community. Starting a community for ALL THINGS ELECTRICAL is not an easy decision. But those who dare to do crazy things end up making the best of it. I believe in our vision for the community. If you feel like doing something crazily useful today, check out the community. https://lnkd.in/gmnxE5gf ----------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Mayra Martinez ⚡️ for Tips to live a Meaningful Life! #MeaningfulLifeWithM2 #TheElectricalCommunity #ElectricalConstruction

Amid economic uncertainty, executives in all industries recognize that talent acquisition is key to maintaining a competitive edge. Download our whitepaper to learn how to transition beyond traditional recruitment methods toward sustainable talent strategies.

Excited to have been featured in Dagens Næringsliv's recent article over the weekend on the current state of talent in Norway and beyond! Here at Statkraft, our experiences in the talent market have shown some changes since COVID, with a less stretched tech talent supply, but indicators do point to a more competitive market returning. While we're seeing strong profiles responding to job adverts in higher volumes, technical and skilled workers remain a challenge to attract, especially in areas with challenging locations. We're also experiencing similar situations outside of Norway in countries such as Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain. While some talent markets are more open to changing roles, there are still specific profiles with stiff competition, especially in areas with traditionally scarce and highly specialised talent such as hydrogen and offshore wind. In many cases we are operating in locations that have historically not had these types of industries which means the skills and experience are also limited. Lots to consider including seeking our "hidden gem" locations where talent is more plentiful, crafting an impactful employer brand to show why we are worth it, building long term relationships with talent early on, and also considering relocation where possible. Check out the article below to learn more about the challenges we're facing in sourcing talent for various positions. What challenges are you facing in recruitment and which talent segments are the hardest within energy right now? Are you doing anything different to overcome these challenges? #recruitment #mobility #renewables #norway #europe #jobs #talentacquisition #employerbranding #talent #career Helge Kroll Rafik Laatiaoui Fabian Runte Lisbeth Fuglebakk

Monday, Monday 🎶🎼🎵 It’s Solar Eclipse Day here in North America - the rareity is not that it is happening but that it’s visible to us this time - you probably already knew that. You may find yourself in the dark today and there’s nothing I can do about that but if you need help shining a light on your career. . . I’ll be right here as your guide 🔦💡 Spherion Staffing & Recruiting Raleigh #knowyourwhy #fractionalhr #staffingsolutions

Want to Win the Talent War? Don't miss this exciting upcoming live session taking place on August 22nd on a topic that I am hearing in nearly every client meeting: Join our webinar on "Building a Sustainable Talent Strategy." With 85% of employers expecting departmental growth in the next year, it's time to rethink talent acquisition. Learn how to: ➡️ Create a robust talent pipeline ➡️ Tackle current hiring challenges ➡️ Future-proof your organization Perfect for HR professionals, executives, and hiring managers. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eTEFxh42 #SustainableTalent #HRWebinar

So, I'm about to do something that will likely earn me an eye-roll from my brother, but let's be real, I'm his big sister—should he really expect anything less? Michael is actively looking for his next gig in Operations. His last role was specifically in the solar industry. He's an amazing husband, father of 3, veteran, and all-around amazing human. And smart... sometimes too smart ;) He's the kind of guy who puts his head down, works hard, and never complains. He's also incredibly humble and won't ask for help... but as his big sister, I can't help but want to give him a little nudge in the right direction. After his time serving our country as a Marine, my brother dove into his next chapter with unwavering determination. He attended Rutgers University in Camden, where he not only excelled but also managed to balance a full-time job as a foreman at a solar company. Juggling studies, work, and being a husband and father was no easy feat, but he tackled it head-on, proving his resilience and dedication. His last role was Senior Director of Operations for a large solar company, and he held that title for close to 5 years. My brother's unwavering commitment to excellence and his ability to thrive in challenging environments serve as a testament to his remarkable character and determination. And let's not forget, he had to put up with me all those years—so his ability to thrive in challenging environments is impeccable ;) ✅ If you're a recruiter, employer, or just someone with connections in solar ops, drop a comment or shoot me a message to point him in the right direction. ✅ And if you're not in the job hunt game but believe in lifting up hardworking folks like my brother, a word of encouragement or tagging someone who might have a lead would mean the world. Appreciate you all for any likes, shares, or comments below. Let's see if we can get him connected to the right person! Thank you! And sorry Michael Sweeney. #usmc #marine #bigsister #solar #operations #veteran