In this episode, thinker, writer, creator, builder, leader, and co-founder of FairNow, Guru Sethupathy joins Lamees Abourahma to share invaluable insights on AI governance in recruiting. He highlights a framework for understanding AI governance (ethics, fairness, bias, security, regulations, etc.) and questions to ask technology vendors. This episode helps talent leaders ensure that their technology solutions reflect the values and ethical standards of their organization.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Daniel Culbertson, Senior Economist at Indeed Hiring Lab, joins Lamees Abourahma to provide a valuable overview of general trends in the US labor market and recommendations for recruiting professionals. This episode gives RPO and TA leaders important data to face the challenges and embrace the opportunities of the dynamic US Labor Market.

Intro
The Slowing Labor Market: Supply and Demand Trends     [2:32]
The Contrary Unemployment Rate                                          [4:30]
Indeed Job Postings Show Healthy Demand for Workers    [6:00]
Slow Hiring Rates Amidst Labor Supply Improvements      [10:24]
Wage Growth Normalization                                                     [14:46]           
Remote Work Perseveres                                                           [16:45]                               
Economic Outlook and Recession Possibilities.                    [19:40]
Recruiting Strategies for Tight Labor Markets.                      [23:13]
Outro.                                                                                            [26:10]

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Alison Richmond and Lori Blanford from ClearEdge Marketing join Lamess Abourahma to help you make the most of the fall budgeting season. They will show you how to create a market plan and budget to bring in leads and boost sales in the new year and beyond.

Chapters

Intro: 

Marketing Budget Season Is Here [3:35]

What A Marketing Budget Should Be [5:17]

Where To Start The Budgeting Process [7:02]

Assess Past and Current Marketing Performance [8:33]

Start Building Your Marketing Budget [11:12]

Common Marketing Budget Pitfalls [13:00] 

How To Rebound When Your Budget Comes In Lower Than You Expected [15:07]

Closing

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Lamess Abourahma  is joined by John Fitzgerald, President at LevelUP HCS, to deconstruct AI's positive and negative influence on talent acquisition (TA). 

Chapters

Intro: 

Evolution of AI [1:40]

Current Usage of AI [6:34]

Limitations and Concerns/Beneath the Surface of AI [14:25]

How AI Optimizes the Candidate Experience [21:00]

Future Trends in AI [25:39]

Closing

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Lamess Abourahma is joined by Annemarie Penny, Advanced RPO's Director of Business Development, to moderate an insightful discussion between Kevin Armstrong, Advanced RPO's Program Director, Mike Foster, Advanced RPO's Account Director, and Sarah Buck, Advanced RPO's Account Manager, about the reality they're experiencing in today's recruiting market and how that reality can affect an organization's recruiting efforts. The RPO leaders discuss ghosting, wage growth, competition for talent, and scalability. 

Chapters:

Topic #1: Ghosting [1:50]

Topic #2: Wage Growth [9:08]

Topic #3: Competition for Talent [15:00]

Topic #4 Scalability [22:33]

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Episode sponsored by ClearEdge Marketing, a company dedicated to transforming the business of talent through marketing, recruiting, and career empowerment services. Check them out at https://www.clearedgemarketing.com/ 

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Lamees Abourahma is joined by Nicole Clarke, Co-Founder of Shazamme, a recruitment marketing technology company in Australia. Shazamme is also an RPOA member and iCOCO partner. For this episode, Nicole explains how technology can be used to create secure and transparent career websites with effective job landing pages. She also highlights the effective use of technology to attract potential candidates and convert them into hires.

Intro: [00:00]

Topic #1: The Necessity of Modern Website Technology for RPO providers [2:22]

Topic #2: Recruiting Is Marketing [4:23] 

Topic #3: Why Career Sites Are Important [5:31] 

Topic #4: Website Technology Must-Haves for RPO providers [10:17]

Topic #5: Setting Up A Career Site For Success From A Foundational Level [14:31]

Topic #6: Job Details Must-Haves [16:03] 

Topic #7: RPO Must Bring Innovative Solutions To The Table [18:33] 

Topic #8: Risk Reduction [22:54] 

Topic #9: Tracking and Analyzing Data  [24:04]

Topic #10: How RPOs Can Support Clients In A Modern Way [25:37]

Closing: [27:05]

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Episode sponsored by ClearEdge Marketing, a company dedicated to transforming the business of talent through marketing, recruiting, and career empowerment services. Check them out at https://www.clearedgemarketing.com/ 

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Jason Krumwiede, a renowned RPO leader from Broadleaf Results, joins Lamees Abourahma to explore the world of direct sourcing for successful contingent labor hiring, providing applicable best practices and a hopeful outlook.

Intro: [00:00]

Topic #1: A Whole Lot of Confusion Around Direct Sourcing [5:53]

Topic #2: Trends in Direct Sourcing [6:48]

Topic #3: What Does a Typical Workforce Look Like [9:43]

Topic #4: What are Total Talent Management Services (TTM)? [10:50]

Topic #5: Current Definition of Direct Sourcing [12:10]

Topic #6: De-Mystifying Direct Sourcing Based on Different Service Providers [13:16]

Topic #7: Benefits of Direct Sourcing [15:22]

Topic #8: Direct Sourcing in Action [18:02]

Topic #9: Direct Sourcing Attributes and Best Practices For Direct Sourcing Success [20:03]

Topic #10: What Will Contribute to Future Adoption of Direct Sourcing [22:36]

Closing [24:35]

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Lamees Abourahma is joined by Trent Cotton, Vice President of talent and culture at HatchWorks, Kelly Berlage, Vice President of global talent acquisition at Lineage Logistics, Rob Navarette, Global Head of global service delivery, recruitment and transformation, technology and operations for WTW, and Zach Chertok, workforce analyst for IDC, to explore how employers can best navigate current hiring challenges and understand the benefits of recruitment process outsourcing(RPO).

Intro: [00:00]

Topic #1: Trent, Rob, and Kelly Describe Their Current Scope of Annual Hiring [4:50]

Topic #2: Zach Describes The Research Done at IDC [8:46]

Topic #3: Intro Into Discussion [10:09]

Topic #4 Reality of Current Hiring Demand and Talent Market [10:50]

Topic #5 How Has The Reality of The Talent Market Affected Talent Acquisition Strategies [31:30]

Topic #6 Paying Talent With Bitcoin [40:51]

Topic #7: Benefits of RPO in The Current Hiring Landscape [42:42]

Topic #8 Panelists Share Key Takeaways of Discussion [50:31]

Closing [55:05]

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Episode sponsored by ClearEdge Marketing, a company dedicated to transforming the business of talent through marketing, recruiting, and career empowerment services. Check them out at https://www.clearedgemarketing.com/ 

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Victoria Hil, Senior Director of Diversity and Social Impact at Advanced RPO joins Lamees Abourahma to speak about fostering an inclusive work environment by understanding and accommodating neurodiversity. Discover practical strategies to support thinking styles of employees who have conditions like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, and unlock the benefits of these divergent thinking styles. Hear real-life examples and expert advice on creating a culture of empathy, open communication, and tailored accommodations. Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply want to understand neurodiversity, this episode gives you the knowledge to build a thriving, neurodiverse workforce.

Introduction and Welcome.                                                     [0:00]
Introuction to Neurodiversity                                                    [2:36]
Understanding Neurodiversity                                                  [6:49]
Case Study: John the Data Analyst.                                        [13:34]
Neurodiversity Spectrum and Common Conditions           [18:06]
How Common is Neurodiversion                                            [25:47]
Case Study: Cynthia Member of Internal Project Team      [29:07]
 Creating a Culture of Safety and Support.                           [29:40]
Famous People of the Neurodiversity Spectrum                  [35:22]
Do You Know Someone Who is NeuroDivers?                       [39:26]
Understanding Neurodiverse Triggers                                    [40:14]
Addressing Neurodiversity in the Workplace.                        [43:33]
Outro.                                                                                             [50:11]

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, acclaimed RPO leaders Kris Fox and Zach Coffey at Hueman join Lamees to discuss best practices for successfully implementing an external partnership. They will share valuable tips on ensuring a successful external recruitment (RPO implementation) and emphasize the importance of setting clear goals, building a strong team, and establishing a solid project plan. These tips help create a foundation to support your new implementation.

Hueman, a leading national people solutions organization and a gold member of the RPOA, has been instrumental in shaping the RPO landscape. We are proud to announce that Joe Marino, Hueman's Chief Operating Officer, has recently joined the RPOA Advisory Board, further demonstrating our commitment to excellence and industry leadership.

Intro

How do you build a solid foundation for an RPO implementation? [4:12]

What are the five critical areas for a successful implementation? [6:16]

What is the role of an implementation lead in project management, and how do they handle pushback? [10:35]

What is the importance of establishing critical roles in implementation, and how can visual aids help with project planning? [14:16]

What is the required effort for a talent acquisition leader to implement an RPO? [17:47]

Overall, what should a successful implementation of RPO services look like? [20:12]

Key Takeaways [24:47]

Outro

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahama welcomes Trent Cotton, author of the newly released book High-Performance Recruiting. Trent will present the seven traits, environments, and leadership styles of high-performance recruiting teams.

Trent's insights, grounded in his real-world experiences as a recruiting leader and his meticulous research, provide the theory and practical application of the traits. He shares stories illustrating how each trait works together to elevate team performance. 

Intro

The Purpose of Trent's  book 7 Traits of High Performace Recruiting [3:36]

Mediocre Recruiting Teams v. High-Performance Recruiting Teams [4:54]

The 7 Traits of High-Performance Recruiting Teams [7:00]

The 7 Environments in Which High-Performance Recruiting Teams Flourish [20:35]

7 Leadership Styles That Help High-Performance Recruiting Teams Thrive [25:18]

Outro

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahma is delighted to welcome back to the program two highly acclaimed RPO leaders Mike Foster, Accounts Director, and Justin King Director of Solution Design at Advanced RPO. Mike and Justin will help you understand how a to analyze talent acquisition (TA) programs to create strategic advantages using a pragmatic recruitment scorecard. Advanced RPO, a leading RPO provider and an RPOA gold member since 2015.

Intro

What is The Recruitment Scorecard [02:52]

Effectively Assessing Your Hiring Process [4:32]

How to Use the Recruitment Scorecard to Assess your ATS Configuration [10:46]

Optimizing Job Posts [16:58]

Outro

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Episode sponsored by ClearEdge, a company dedicated to transforming the business of talent through marketing, recruiting, and career empowerment services. Check them out at https://meetclearedge.com/

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In 2023, the global RPO market size declined by 7 to 9 percent. Despite this downturn, the future of RPO is bright. According to Everest Group, the compounded average growth rate for RPO is projected to climb to 15 percent by 2027, forecasting the global RPO market to reach about $10 billion.

In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, guest speakers share strategies on marketing and selling RPO during an economic downturn and provide powerful advice to prepare for the rebound. 

Speaking in this episode: Leslie Vickrey, CEO, and founder of ClearEdge, Pam Verhoff, President and CEO of Advanced RPO, Kim Davis, Sr. Managing Partner at @KRD Resources, and @Ben Eubanks, Chief Research Analyst at Lighthouse Research & Advisory. The panel was recorded in September 2023 during the annual RPOA conference in Chicago.
 
Intro

Moderator and Panel Participants Introduce Themselves [01:20]

 Marketing Strategies That Matter The Most During a Downturn [11:35]

 How Marketing and Sales Teams Can Effectively Use Recruiting and Hiring Data [14:15]

 A Down Market Is A Perfect Time To Invest In Your RPO Business [19:32]

 RPO Selling is Team Selling [23:00]

 Strategic Selling Optimizes RPO Sales Teams [26:33]

 Marketing and Sales Messaging For The Two Different RPO Buyer Personas [31:30]

What Marketing Sales Teams Can Do Now to Prepare for the Market Rebound [37:58]

Outro

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Episode sponsored by ClearEdge, a company dedicated to transforming the business of talent through marketing, recruiting, and career empowerment services. Check them out at https://meetclearedge.com/

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In 2023, the RPOA partnered with Lighthouse Research and Advisory for the second year on the RPO Value and Insights Study, which provides data-driven insights into RPO buyers' current value and buying considerations. The 37-page research report is available to download for FREE from the RPOA website; click the link in the show notes.

In this episode, Lamees Abourahma welcomes chief analyst Ben Eubanks from LightHouse, RPO leaders Pam Verhoff, President of Advanced RPO, and Jason Krumweide, Executive Vice President of Broadleaf Results.​​​​​​​ The panel provides valuable data analysis and firsthand market insights based on the 2023 RPO Trends Report.
  
Watch the webinar and review the slides: https://resources.rpoassociation.org/key-takeaways-and-insights-from-the-2023-rpo-trends-report

2023 RPO Trends: A Buyer’s Guide: https://resources.rpoassociation.org/2023-rpo-trends-a-buyers-guide

Intro

Ben Eubanks' Opening Remarks [1:36]

What Employers Expect From Their Existing RPO Partner [4:39}

RPO Partners Fail To Meet Employers' Expectations of Supporting The Alignment Of Hiring Strategies With Business Objectives [5:54]

Employers On How RPO Providers Can Meet Their Expectations of Aligning Hiring Strategies With Business Objectives? [6:28]

Variables Buyers Used In Choosing Their Existing RPO Partner [8:38]

Employers Increased Demand For Innovative Recruiting Strategies [10:11]

Additional Employer Preference [11:54]

Example Of An RPO Provider Coming Up With An Innovative Recruiting Strategy [13:22]

Why Employers Change RPO Providers [14:58]

What Prevents Employers From Using RPO [18:19]

The Most Important Factor That Would Persuade Employers To Use RPO [20:54]

Elements Of A Successful RPO Partnership [23:16]

Tips From  RPO Leaders On How RPO Providers & Employers Can Align Hiring Strategies With Business Objectives [28:41]

Best Practices To Evaluate The Quality of Support Of An RPO Provider [34:00]

Valuable Bonus Content Q&A Portion [37:53]

Outro

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Contact Pam at pverhoff@advancedrpo.com

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, senior marketing leaders and recruitment industry experts Christine VanTimmeren and Ann Warren from ClearEdge Marketing join host Lamees Abourahma to explain how PR can accelerate and amplify marketing and recruiting efforts for recruiting providers and their clients. With their insights from the recruitment industry and first-hand experience with successful campaigns, you will surely walk away with new ideas and inspiration to take your marketing and PR efforts to the next level.

Intro

What is Public Relations? [3:55}

The Six Benefits of PR [5:37]

Measuring PR Success [7:51]

What Does PR Look Like For RPO Providers [12:47]

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, acclaimed RPO leader Zach Coffey at Hueman joins host Lamees  Abourahma to take you through the critical elements of creating a candidate persona based on the skills and personality attributes of those who succeed in a specific role

Intro

What is a Candidate Persona? [5:06}

Why are Candidate Personas Important [5:43]

Creating a Candidate Persona [6:45]

Candidate Persona of a Train Conductor [12:27]

Candidate Persona Questions [14:51]

How Candidates Search for a Job [16:58]

Benefits of an Effective Candidate Persona [19:01]

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

As AI snowballs in recruiting, tech vendors amp up investment to improve tools for recruiters. In this episode, Lamees Abourahma shares Kevin Wheeler's keynote speech at the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. He provides insights on the role of AI in recruitment. He highlights the advantages of RPO companies using AI. Wheeler gives a hopeful perspective on the future of recruitment technology, while noting its potential challenges on the industry.

About the Guest Speaker

Kevin Wheeler, a futurist and writer, knows the ways of talent. He was one of the founders of the RPOA. He advises Fortune 500 companies on human resources, talent acquisition, and growth. Kevin often speaks and writes about the future of these fields. His latest work is "Talent Acquisition Excellence: Using Digital Capabilities and Analytics to Improve Recruitment." He crafts a column each week that looks out onto the horizon of hiring and HR. He travels the world, sharing his insights at events. Kevin directs the Australasian Talent Conference in Australia.


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Your Employer Brand Bleeds Talent—And You Don't Even Know It

According to Lighthouse Research & Advisory, 83% of candidates distrust employer brand authenticity—a crisis that costs organizations their best talent before interviews even begin. Talent acquisition leaders confront a stark reality: while 72% of professionals refuse to apply to companies with negative reputations (even when unemployed), most organizations treat employer branding as an afterthought rather than a strategic imperative. Companies that fail to build magnetic employer brands will find themselves locked out of increasingly competitive talent markets, watching top candidates flow toward competitors who've mastered authentic storytelling and cultural alignment.

How can organizations rebuild candidate trust and transform their employer brands into talent magnets? In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast from the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association, host Lamees Abourahma interviews Elaine Nicol, Senior Director of RPO Customer Experience at Agile One, to explore how talent leaders can assess and strengthen their employer brands using a comprehensive eight-dimension framework. Nicol shares actionable strategies for minimizing unconscious bias, leveraging employee advocacy, and progressing through the employer branding maturity model to create authentic brands that attract and retain exceptional talent.

This episode features Elaine Nicol's presentation from an RPOA webinar on employer branding. Throughout the conversation, Elaine references her slides and framework materials.

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Key statistics referenced:

• 83% of candidates distrust employer brand authenticity 
• 72% of professionals won't apply to companies with negative reputations
• 77% of job seekers research company culture before applying 
• Companies with strong employer brands are 58% more likely to attract top talent

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

According to Deloitte, companies that effectively activate their employer value proposition can improve retention by up to 69%, yet healthcare systems face unprecedented talent shortages. The American Healthcare Association reports healthcare organizations expect a deficit of nearly 100,000 critical workers by 2028 while battling post-COVID financial pressures. To make matters worse, Lighthouse Research & Advisory shows only 17% of candidates trust employer brand claims, creating a credibility gap that forces leaders to choose between authentic branding and rapid hiring.

Solving this crisis requires answering how healthcare employers can integrate operational efficiency with genuine employer branding without sacrificing either priority. In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, Lamees Abourahma speaks with Hilary Jarman, Vice President of Talent Marketing and Product Strategy at Hueman People Solutions—a leading RPO provider and Gold member of the RPO Association—to explore how healthcare organizations can use authentic storytelling and streamlined processes to attract committed frontline talent.

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Sources: 

An employer value proposition effectively activated can improve retention by up to 69%, 

Healthcare organizations expect to lose nearly 100,000 critical workers by 2028, 

Only 17% of candidates trust employers' brand claims.

Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, RPO expert Chip Holmes joins Lamees Abourahma to share insights on the growing trend of Project-Based RPO. As organizations navigate economic uncertainty, this flexible recruiting approach functions as a critical "relief valve" for hiring challenges. Chip explains how Project-Based RPO helps companies maintain stability during seasonal demands, facility relocations, and post-merger integrations without disrupting internal teams.

The conversation explores how AI and automation enhance project efficiency through improved screening, selection processes, and predictive analytics. Chip emphasizes that effective implementation requires cultural alignment, thorough communication, and strategic forecasting. Looking ahead, Project-Based RPO evolves from purely transactional to a more strategic function, with greater emphasis on workforce planning and technological integration.

This episode provides essential guidance for organizations considering this increasingly popular talent acquisition approach.

About the Guest

Chip Holmes: Global RPO leader and special consultant with Randall Reilly

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this insightful episode of Time to Hire, host Lamees Abourahma speaks with Agile One executives Andrea Barre (VP of RPO) and Jordan Morrow (SVP of Data and AI Transformation) about transforming talent acquisition through data analytics. Barre and Morrow discuss how organizations can pivot from reactive recruitment to strategic workforce planning by using high-quality data and AI. They explore essential metrics for optimizing hiring processes, strategies for aligning talent acquisition with business goals, and the critical role of data literacy across all organizational levels. Barre and Morrow emphasize that successful implementation requires more than just technology—it demands a culture where people understand and effectively use data. 

The conversation covers:

• Key metrics organizations should track to optimize their hiring processes
• The transition from point solutions to holistic ecosystem approaches in data strategy
• How RPO providers can bridge the gap between talent acquisition, business objectives, and data teams
• Practical strategies for overcoming the challenges in implementing data-driven talent acquisition
• The essential role of AI and automation as enablers that augment human capabilities rather than replace them
• The importance of data literacy across all levels of an organization for successful implementation

This conversation provides valuable guidance for TA and HR leaders seeking to future-proof their talent acquisition strategies in today's workplace.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahma welcomes mental fitness expert Kristen Fox, Practice Leader at Talent Rise, alongside Suzie Mitchell, SVP of Client Delivery at Broadleaf Results. Fox reveals how brain training transforms leadership effectiveness in talent acquisition. The conversation delivers strategies to overcome negative thought patterns and build resilience.

The discussion provides actionable insights on:
- Convert saboteur thinking to sage perspective
- Develop mental resilience
- Apply brain-training techniques
- Build empathetic leadership approaches

Mitchell shares firsthand experience implementing Fox's mental fitness strategies, demonstrating practical applications for talent professionals navigating recruitment challenges.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abouramha welcomes global talent and procurement experts to discuss the changing role of Recruitment Process Outsourcing in talent acquisition and procurement strategies. Moderator Sherry Hamilton leads procurement officer Michael Stringer and global talent expert Gloria MacLennan through key developments for 2025. The panel explores how RPO providers deliver value through technology innovation while maintaining human connections. They highlight the importance of data transparency and strong partnerships between talent teams and procurement. Listeners will learn how RPO solutions help organizations address talent shortages and adapt to changing business needs. The discussion provides practical insights on selecting RPO partners who can future-proof talent strategies.

The panel discuss:

• Changes expected in procurement and talent acquisition in 2025
• The importance of simplification in recruitment processes
• How AI is impacting talent acquisition while maintaining a human touch
• The role of cost in RPO partnerships
• Challenges talent and procurement teams face with evolving skill requirements
• How organizations can select and work with RPO providers to future-proof their businesses
• The importance of collaboration, transparency, and partnership between companies and RPO providers

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, recruitment industry veterans Paul Sharpe and Miles Lloyd join Lamees Abourahma to share strategic insights on transitioning from contingency recruitment to RPO models. They outline a framework for developing talent solutions that create predictable revenue streams while delivering greater client value. The experts highlight customer segmentation strategies, service proposition development, and the Kano analysis method for testing market fit. This episode helps agency owners build sustainable recurring revenue through properly structured RPO offerings that elevate their business beyond traditional recruitment models.

The conversation covers:
- The definition and business case for RPO solutions
- A systematic approach to customer segmentation
- Building and testing service propositions
- Pricing strategies that maximize profitability
- Technology requirements for successful implementation

The guests:

Paul Sharpe, Co-Founder, NorthStar People

Miles Lloyd, Co-Founder, NorthStar People

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahma features Maria Scarangella's keynote address from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. Maria, former GEICO executive, shares insights from her 37-year career in HR and operations. She explains how companies can measure the costs of hiring, training, and turnover to make better decisions. Scarangella reveals how she saved GEICO $94 million per year by focusing on employee performance and retention. She breaks down the connection between talent strategies and business goals. The episode includes details about her new HR economics course launching with RPOA in 2025.

Discover how to transform your HR department from a cost center into a profit powerhouse with Maria Scarangella's groundbreaking 4-week HR Economics certification program - the only course that teaches you exactly how to calculate, present, and maximize the ROI of every hiring dollar your company spends.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Lamees Abourahma welcomes Terry Terhark to the podcast. Terhark, a 35-year, highly-accomplished veteran of the RPO industry, shares his perspective on the growth of recruitment process outsourcing.

Terhark chronicles RPO's evolution from project-based hiring to a mature, rapidly growing market, highlighting the impacts of COVID-19 and AI. He emphasizes the importance of quality recruiting, direct sourcing, and strategic consulting as core RPO capabilities. He predicts increasing technology expectations, more blended deals, and the potential for higher RPO valuations. Terhark advises RPO providers to differentiate on quality, build strong relationships, and understand their market position.

Listen to this episode for a comprehensive view of the RPO industry's past, present, and future.

This episode is based on an edited version of Terhark's keynote for the 2024 RPOA Annual Conference. Mark your calendar for the upcoming RPOA conference in Chicago on September 28-30, 2025.
 

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, host Lamees Abourahma features an expert panel of TA and RPO leaders from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. The panelists discuss key findings from the latest RPO Trends Study. Ben Eubanks, Senior Analyst at Lighthouse Research and Advisory, moderated.

The panel shares how RPO providers help companies use AI, improve their brand, and hire better. The panelists also give tips on making a strong case for RPO services and on urgent hiring needs. By listening, talent professionals can learn new strategies to improve recruiting, boost their employer brand, and innovate talent acquisition. Tune in to learn the top recruitment trends for 2025.

Want in-depth insights and data on the top RPO trends for 2025? Find the RPO Buyers Guide on the RPOA website (coming later January 2025)!

Guests:
Rob Navarrete, Global Head of Global Service Delivery Recruitment and Transformation at WTW
Kelly Burlage, VP of Global Talent Acquisition at Lineage Logistics
Trent Cotton, VP of Talent and Culture, Hatchworks
Sarah Peiker, CEO, Board Member, Global Workforce Strategist
 
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In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, Lamees Abourahma features Ben Eubanks's keynote speech from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. Ben, the lead researcher at LightHouse Research & Advisory, shared key insights from the 2025 RPO Trends Study. He discussed what job candidates want. He also talked about how employers can use AI and data to improve their recruiting. You'll learn the top priorities for companies using RPO services. You'll also learn what makes them satisfied with their RPO partners. This episode has tips to help you hire better candidates and outpace the competition.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

This episode of Time to Hire explores the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) industry. Moderated by Joe Marino, Chief Growth Officer at Hueman and a member of the RPO Association Advisory Board, a panel of industry leaders share insights on critical aspects of the M&A process from both the buying and selling perspectives. Key topics include financial targets, deal structures, and navigating the acquisition journey. The episode was originally recorded during the 2024 RPOA Annual Conference in Chicago on October 7, 2024.

Guests:
Bill Filip, Founder & Managing Director, Delancy Partners
Matt Corbett, Founder and President, ZRG Embedded Recruiting
Dwight Cooper, Chairman at Hueman People Solutions

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

With an 80% average turnover rate plaguing the trucking industry, transportation organizations struggle to fill critical positions while facing an unprecedented driver shortage. The trucking sector needs 1.2 million new drivers over the next decade, yet current recruitment strategies continue to fail at scale. Only 17% of candidates believe employers are honest about their employer brand, creating a crisis of trust that compounds talent acquisition challenges. This shortage threatens the backbone of American commerce, forcing companies to rethink their entire approach to talent attraction and retention.

Solving this talent crisis requires more than traditional recruitment tactics—it demands authentic employer branding that prioritizes mindshare over market share. In this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, host Lamees Abourahma speaks with Emily Gordon, and Zack Flippo of Randall Reilly, to explore how transportation firms can build genuine employee value propositions that attract drivers and create lasting competitive advantage. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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Emily Gordon, Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Randall Reilly

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

The Food and Beverage industry and other high-volume-hiring industries face a critical employer branding crisis costing organizations qualified candidates and revenue daily. Production, quality control, and engineering roles now require what industry experts call "radical transparency over sugar-coating" - candidates demand honest conversations about workplace culture and conditions.  Organizations deploying generic "people-first" messaging watch candidates abandon the process for competitors offering videos of authentic day-in-the-life experiences during the hiring process.

In this episode of Time to Hire from the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association, host Lamees Abourahma welcomes Michelle Krier from Advanced RPO to discuass why talent acquisition leaders must abandon bland, undifferentiated employer brands that mirror every competitor. Krier exposes the disconnect between company brands and employer brands, explaining how recruiters can balance high-volume hiring speed with meaningful candidate experiences. Learn practical strategies for eliminating friction points that cause day-one departures, measuring employer brand effectiveness through candidate Net Promoter Scores, and creating transparent communications that attract right-fit candidates while reducing costly turnover cycles in this demanding industry. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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Michelle Krier, Senior Vice President at Advanced RPO

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

High-volume hiring faces a critical speed-to-hire crisis costing organizations top talent daily. Frontline positions now require what industry experts call "drive-through hiring" - candidates expect job offers as quickly as they receive fast-food orders. Organizations deploying lengthy applications and password-protected portals watch qualified candidates abandon the process for competitors offering streamlined, mobile-friendly experiences completable in 60 seconds or less.

In this episode of Time to Hire from the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association, host Lamees Abourahma welcomes Jamie Minier, President at NXTThing and RPOA member, who brings over 25 years of RPO expertise to discuss the explosive growth of Project RPO solutions and strategic approaches to frontline hiring challenges. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Raleen Gagnon joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss how global workforce intelligence transforms talent acquisition strategy, why traditional outsourcing assumptions no longer work, and how predictive data gives companies a competitive edge in today's rapidly changing market. Learn how Raleen solved the frustrating challenge of using 30+ different tools by building TalentEdge—a unified platform that consolidates global workforce data and provides 3-6 month market forecasting.

What talent acquisition leaders will discover:

• Why India and the Philippines don't always make the right outsourcing destinations anymore
• How to use workforce intelligence to maximize margins and speed up hiring
• The hidden costs of employment that go far beyond salary in global markets
• How predictive analytics inform your workforce planning and budgeting decisions
• Why startups and mid-size companies now need global workforce strategies, not just enterprises
• Real-world applications: from margin optimization to sales pipeline development

This conversation you won't want to miss.

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About the guest: 

 Raleen Gagnon, CEO of TalentEdgeAI

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Heather Siler from Hire Velocity joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss how Project RPO can solve healthcare's most pressing talent challenges, from managing workforce fluctuations to scaling teams rapidly across multiple geographies. They explore real-world examples of successful implementations, the evolving role of AI in recruitment, and why the human touch remains irreplaceable in healthcare hiring. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Key Takeaways Include:

• Project RPO offers flexible solutions for time-sensitive, geography-specific, or volume-based hiring needs
• Healthcare organizations can maintain their existing TA functions while leveraging specialized project teams for unique challenges
• Technology enhances efficiency but human interaction remains critical for quality hiring
• Successful RPO implementation requires strong leadership buy-in and clear communication
• RPO partners act as brand ambassadors, going to market as your organization rather than just providing candidates from a "black book"

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Connect with RPO leaders and TA innovators as we explore powerful stories shaping strategic talent acquisition.

September 28–30 | LondonHouse Chicago

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Join the RPO Association today to stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, achieve your professional goals, and benefit from improved business performance.

About the guest: 

 Heather Siler, Vice President of Talent Solutions at Hire Velocity

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

Leigh Cuevas joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss the three critical shifts every TA leader must make: moving from reactive to proactive sourcing, turning sourcers into passionate brand ambassadors, and building engaged talent communities before you need them. Discover the proven framework that cut one aerospace manufacturer's time-to-fill in half while boosting retention to 87%. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

Join us in Chicago for the 2025 RPOA Annual Conference!

Connect with RPO leaders and TA innovators as we explore powerful stories shaping strategic talent acquisition.

September 28–30 | LondonHouse Chicago

Learn more and register now! 

Join the RPO Association today to stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, achieve your professional goals, and benefit from improved business performance.

Contact the RPO Association at info@rpoassociation.org

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Matt Corbett, President at ZRG Embedded Recruiting, joins Lamees Abourahma to discuss the transformative effect of AI on the recruiting industry. They examine the benefits and challenges of integrating AI into hiring processes, the importance of balancing technology and human touch. Matt also shares insights on how organizations can successfully navigate the turbulent seas of AI-powered recruiting. This is a conversation you won't want to miss.

This episode helps talent acquisition leaders strategically navigate AI implementation, balance technology with human touch, and avoid common deployment pitfalls.

Ready to Transform Your Hiring Strategy?

56 percent of employers can’t forecast hiring needs — but 63 percent see ROI when tech aligns with strategy.
 👉 Start with insights from the 2025 RPO Trends Report.

Join the RPO Association today to stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, achieve your professional goals, and benefit from improved business performance.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.

In this episode, Jenna Hinrichsen, Director of Recruitment Strategy and Labor Market Analytics at Advanced RPO, joins Lamees Abourahma to share strategic insights on leveraging data analytics for effective talent acquisition. They explore how organizations can move from reactive hiring to proactive workforce planning through market intelligence and competitor analysis. Jenna outlines a framework for developing data-driven recruitment strategies that align with market realities while delivering greater hiring success. Jenna highlights compensation benchmarking, experience requirement optimization, and the critical importance of acting on data insights rather than merely collecting them. 

This episode helps talent acquisition leaders build sustainable hiring processes by embracing market data, even when it challenges existing assumptions. 

The conversation covers:

• Talent competitor analysis
•  Salary benchmarking
• Flexibility strategies 
• Change management challenges
• Best practices for integrating analytics into talent strategies

Ready to Transform Your Hiring Strategy?

56 percent of employers can’t forecast hiring needs — but 63 percent see ROI when tech aligns with strategy.
 👉 Start with insights from the 2025 RPO Trends Report.

Join the RPO Association today to stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, achieve your professional goals, and benefit from improved business performance.

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Whether you're a seasoned talent acquisition professional or just starting in the field, "Time to Hire" provides an invaluable platform to expand your knowledge, learn from industry leaders, and stay up-to-date with the rapidly changing world of recruitment.