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Do you find hiring frustrating?? Are you disappointed with recruiting?? My name is Konstanty Sliwowski and I am a veteran of nearly 20 years in the business of recruitment, strategic talent acquisition and employment consultancy. I now focus my time on advising organisations and managers on how to be more, strategic, efficient, and effective at engaging and hiring top talent.In this podcast series, I speak with business leaders about how they attract and hire top performers. The high's and low's. And of course some funny stories and recruitment mishaps.If you are tired of recruitment processes that suck up your time and seem to never end and are looking for a more predictable way to attract, engage and hire top talent but also reduce the number of candidates you need to interview, come listen to our guest hiring managers including CEO's, CTO's, and CPO's open up about hiring experiences and how they approach talent acquisition.

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Why Managers Struggle with Hiring and How to Fix It

July 05, 2024 • School of Hiring

In this episode, we delve into one of the most pressing issues faced by managers and leaders today: hiring the right people. Our guest, Jodi Brandstetter, a bestselling author, speaker, design thinker, and business coach, shares her insights on the common misconceptions and challenges new managers face in the hiring process.

Episode Highlights:

Introduction: We discuss the ego problem around hiring and the difficulty managers face in admitting they need help.
Statistics: Only 30% of managers receive interview training according to a study by TrainingZone UK, with a LinkedIn poll showing a slightly better but still low 37%.
Common Misconceptions: Jodi elaborates on the most common misconceptions new managers have about hiring.
Contributing Factors: Beyond the lack of formal training, Jodi discusses other factors that contribute to hiring struggles.
Balancing Speed and Fit: Tips for new managers on how to balance the need to hire quickly with finding the right fit in today’s competitive job market.
Overcoming Stigma: Advice for new managers on overcoming the stigma of asking for help with hiring.

Guest Info: Jodi Brandstetter is a best-selling author, speaker, design thinker, and business coach dedicated to transforming the hiring process. Her insights and expertise provide valuable guidance for anyone involved in hiring.

Special Offer: Don't miss out on the free Hiring Blueprint download available at www.schoolofhiring.com. This resource is designed to help you streamline your hiring process and find the right fit for your team.

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Konstanty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sliwowskik/
Jodi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodibrandstetter/

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