sharon@talentpropeller.com Sharon Davies Recruitment is not something that generally makes you smile! For owners and HR Managers in small to medium sized organisations, lack of resources doesn't have to mean second class solutions. Sharon Davies is a technology innovator and thought leader who has dedicated her career to developing recruitment tools that make hiring faster and easier. Here, she shares her insights, recruitment advice and predictions for the future. en-us https://talentpropeller.co.nz/ Are COVID changes here to stay? Mon, 19 Oct 2020 15:13:23 +1300 10:17 talentpropeller2681 Advertising tips to fill your vacancies fast. How is technology driving changes in the recruitment process and how can SMEs leverage this? Thu, 22 Oct 2020 14:35:15 +1300 10:15 talentpropeller2684 Advertising tips to fill your vacancies fast. How is technology driving changes in the recruitment process and how can SMEs leverage this post COVID? Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:46:29 +1300 12:09 talentpropeller2687 Is November a good time to recruit or should I wait until the new year? That’s a question employers are asking themselves about this time every year and even more so in 2020 post COVID. Today Victoria and Sharon discuss the pros and cons of a pre-Xmas recruitment campaign. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 11:26:06 +1300 8:13 talentpropeller2690 In our latest podcast, learn how a good application form can save you hours and help you get your hiring right. Fri, 27 Nov 2020 12:11:24 +1300 10:10 talentpropeller2693 Today we are talking about one of the basic fundamentals of a successful recruitment process, the advert. CEO Sharon Davies tells us how the job ad itself plays a critical role in getting you good candidates. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:54:35 +1300 7:28 talentpropeller2696 For business owners and those in positions of responsibility that involve HR and people, there have certainly been some ups and downs in 2020. In this podcast, Sharon and Victoria share their favourite heartwarming and inspiring employer stories of the year. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 10:57:28 +1300 10:37 talentpropeller2699 My New Year’s Resolutions. Sharon takes the lead and shares some of her 2021 predictions, along with advice for busy managers who are putting hiring plans into action for the year ahead. Mon, 11 Jan 2021 10:49:07 +1300 11:34 talentpropeller2702 In this podcast we to talk about where to advertise your vacancy to get the best possible response. Job boards vs social media, what's working for small to medium organisations right now and how do we advertise without breaking the bank? Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:44:31 +1300 10:04 talentpropeller2705 Guide to Interviewing: As February is typically the busiest time of the year for hiring managers and business owners, here are Sharon's top tips for great interview technique to get the best out of your candidates. Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:41:07 +1300 10:42 talentpropeller2708 How to build a talent bank: If you place an advert online TODAY, you are only going to reach those people actively looking on THAT job board, at THAT time. Learn how to spread the net wider, get referrals and capitalise on past advertising investment, all year round. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:26:23 +1200 7:28 talentpropeller2711 'Recruitment for dummies' Even if you an SME owner who only recruits a few times a year, it pays to have a recruitment strategy. In this podcast, Sharon talks about the fundamentals to get right when planning to ensure you don't waste your time - or money. Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:55:17 +1200 6:17 talentpropeller2714 'Why Google should be part of your recruitment campaign' : Google advertising is not just for products, it also delivers candidates to job advertisements. Are you leveraging it as part of your recruitment strategy? In this podcast, Sharon shares some learnings and fresh ideas. Thu, 03 Jun 2021 13:01:08 +1200 9:19 talentpropeller2717 Sifting through resumes can be time consuming and anxiety-inducing. If you are an employer hoping to find the proverbial ‘needle in a haystack’ in 2021, here are some handy hints from the experts to help you hire smarter. Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:24:46 +1200 09:30 talentpropeller2720 This month, Sharon reflects on the state of the labour market, the rise in AI and the future for employers. Mon, 19 Jul 2021 09:12:24 +1200 11:34 talentpropeller2723 Do you know which media is delivering the most candidates? Listen to find out what Talent Propeller's latest Media Analytics Report has to say about the state of the advertising media landscape today and what you can do to maximize return on your advertising dollars. Fri, 20 Aug 2021 13:31:36 +1200 8:08 talentpropeller2726 Australia, do you know which media is delivering the most candidates? Following on from last month's podcast on Talent Propeller NZ's Media Analytics Report about the state of the advertising media landscape today, this month we share with you our Australian media report and what you can do to maximize return on your advertising dollars. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 10:46:07 +1200 10:10 talentpropeller2741 Onboarding a new recruit is an expensive process. You want to make sure your new hire is the right hire the first time around. In today's podcast, we share 2 easy ways to reduce the risk of hiring the wrong person and 3 reasons why these methods work. Thu, 14 Oct 2021 08:47:24 +1300 7:24 talentpropeller2744 It's the question on every employer and hiring managers mind at the moment: why aren't candidates applying to my job? Listen to today's podcast to gain insight into the barriers that are turning candidates away and what you can do to keep candidates engaged and eager to progress through the recruitment process. Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:06:17 +1300 6:40 talentpropeller2747 Doing what you've always done in the recruitment space is no longer working. It's a tough labour market out there so we want to share with you 3 new and innovative ways to get your vacancies in front of your ideal candidates and why it's past time to rethink your recruitment strategy. Thu, 25 Nov 2021 10:28:28 +1300 9:09 talentpropeller2750 Founder and Managing Director of Talent Propeller Sharon and Client Service Director Victoria discuss the year that was 2021: what worked, what didn’t and what we can expect in 2022. Wed, 15 Dec 2021 09:53:28 +1300 9:13 talentpropeller2753 Instead of kicking off 2022 with our gaze focused on the future of recruitment, we discuss the key challenges employers face in filling vacancies and practical steps that can be taken to overcome these persistent barriers that have only grown in the last couple of years. Tune in to pick up expert recruitment market insights! Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:31:46 +1300 8:07 talentpropeller2756 Lower application numbers, more competition for staff, and more candidates declining offers. The job market in 2022 is tough for employers. If you are one of the thousands of organisations that are struggling to fill roles, it's time to move to a longer-term brand and values-based advertising strategy. Listen now to find out why and how! Fri, 27 May 2022 10:39:25 +1200 5:49 talentpropeller2759