On this episode of The Full Desk Experience, we dive into the current state of the job market and how staffing and recruiting companies can navigate the uncertainty. We discuss the importance of not getting conservative during times of adversity and the need to stay aggressive and manage finances wisely. Additionally, we look at the effectiveness of communication methods and why phone calls remain the most effective means of communication. Tom Erb emphasizes the importance of building relationships and networks in the staffing industry, and the problems with overreliance on job boards for recruiting. Tune in to learn more about the current state of the job market and how talent companies can stay ahead of the curve.
About Tom Erb: Tom Erb grew up in West Virginia and went to college at West Virginia University and later he pursued a career in the staffing industry. After getting his MBA, he landed a job at Olsten and worked his way up from interviewer to area director. He then spent ten years at Spherion, where he discovered his passion for sales, before becoming a Regional Vice President. Tom went on to start his own company, Tallann Resources, which offers consulting and training services to the staffing industry. Over the past 13 years, he has worked with over 1000 staffing companies and continues to love what he does.
*Introduction and Guest Speaker [00:00:27]*
Kortney Harmon introduces herself and the guest speaker, Tom Erb, and provides a brief overview of his background and experience in the staffing industry.
*Tom Erb's Background and Journey [00:01:59]*
Tom Erb shares his journey in the staffing industry, from starting out as an interviewer to becoming a regional vice president, and ultimately starting his own consulting and training firm, Talent Resources.
*Current State of the Economy and its Impact on Staffing and Recruiting Firms [00:05:00]*
Tom Erb discusses the current state of the economy and its impact on staffing and recruiting firms, including the overcorrection of hiring and layoffs in some industries, the changing definition of "open jobs," and the ongoing challenge of finding enough qualified candidates to fill positions.
*Adapting to the current climate [00:08:45]*Speaker 2 asks how staffing offices can adapt to the current climate change and continue to grow their business. Kortney Harmon suggests that companies should not swing to extremes and should focus on both sales and recruiting. She recommends building relationships with clients and connecting with more candidates.