The IT Talent Trap vol.2

We’ve tackled this topic before and it’s making a comeback! We’ll be diving into IT recruitment once again! Joining us on this turbulent journey is: Gabi Preston-Phypers, Founder at Tooled Up Raccoons, and coming back to the stream: Phillip Poynton, who is Recruiting Salesforce Superstars.

In today's rapidly shifting job market, both companies and candidates are facing significant challenges. Companies struggle to source the best talent, often ending up with candidates who excel at navigating Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and processes rather than being the ideal fit. Meanwhile, professionals are finding it increasingly difficult to secure stable positions.

In this follow-up session, we will broaden the scope and look at the problem from various angles. We’ll discuss things like boolean searches, where candidates just fall through the cracks. We’ll take a go at unicorn hunting, where companies try to hire half a department in a single position. We’ll look underneath buzzwords and try to put that in the candidates perspective! We will be sprinting through various obstacles that sometimes we set for ourselves as candidates, recruiters or hiring managers! This isn't just about working with a broken process. It's about understanding how to survive it from both the employer and candidate perspectives.

This is a unique opportunity to gain a broader perspective on the dynamics of IT talent acquisition and empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions, whether you're hiring or seeking your next role.