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Struggling to build a high-performing talent acquisition team that delivers exceptional candidate experiences, even in tough markets? In this episode, I sat down with Doug, Head of Talent Acquisition for the Americas and Europe at a major global brand, to explore the real drivers of TA success: authentic employer storytelling, operational excellence, prioritizing candidate experience, and smart internal mobility strategies. We also delved into AI in recruiting—where it excels for sourcing, job description creation, scheduling, and pre-screening, and where human insight remains essential for assessments and building relationships.

What You'll Learn:
Winning with Employer Value Proposition (EVP): Craft a genuine, compelling story that resonates with candidates and ensures every interviewer stays on-message.
Candidate Experience as Your Edge: Nail the basics like on-time interviews, quick feedback, and treating candidates like valued customers.
Navigating Hiring Cycles: How top TA teams adapt during slowdowns with smarter prioritization, cost controls, and a focus on internal talent.
Effective Internal Mobility: Why skills like institutional knowledge, learning agility, and influence often trump a perfect resume match.
AI in Recruiting: Tools for JD creation, pre-screen scoring, and candidate Q&A—plus pitfalls like spammy outreach and over-reliance on gamified interviews.
Hiring Managers as Allies: What proactive leaders do to attract top talent and how disengagement derails searches.
Candidate Tips: Stand out by being a true fit, leveraging advocates, researching thoroughly, and reaching out politely to key decision-makers.

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro: Why this conversation matters
1:10 Doug's journey: From agency to Fortune 500 TA leadership
3:20 The power of storytelling in employer branding
5:25 Bringing EVP to life in every interview
8:05 Candidate experience fundamentals you can't ignore
12:10 Handling uncertainty: Prioritizing during hiring slowdowns
15:40 Internal mobility strategies that work
20:30 AI's role in TA—and its limits
26:15 Cutting through spam: Authentic outreach tips
30:10 Partnering effectively with hiring managers
34:25 Advice for candidates: Be the signal, not the noise
38:00 How to initiate meaningful conversations

Key Takeaways for TA Leaders and Hiring Managers:
Authenticity wins: Candidates detect generic outreach—use AI for efficiency, but keep it human.
Discipline delivers: Strong processes, feedback loops, and consistent narratives outperform big brands alone.
Internal talent is gold: Tap into adjacent skills and high-potential employees for your hidden pipeline.
AI as a tool, not a takeover: Leverage it to cut friction, but reserve judgment and relationships for people.

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