How can women in talent acquisition build thriving careers and communities?

Krista Tan, co-founder of Talent Collective, shares her journey from a career counseling graduate to a pioneering advocate for women in recruiting.

Krista traces her path from navigating the 2008 recession to becoming a top performer at a leading recruiting firm, and eventually co-founding Talent Collective, a community dedicated to empowering women in talent acquisition.

The conversation explores Krista's innovative approach to building a community for women in talent acquisition, highlighting her commitment to professional development, networking, and creating a safe space for women to connect and grow.

Krista candidly discusses the impact of AI on recruiting, offering insights on how professionals in the field can adapt and thrive in the changing landscape of talent acquisition.

As an industry veteran, Krista offers valuable insights on what makes a great recruiter, including the importance of "recruiter's intuition" and the ability to quickly judge personality fits for companies.

The discussion addresses common hiring mistakes companies make, with Krista emphasizing the pitfalls of overly lengthy hiring processes and the importance of moving quickly to secure top talent.

The conversation concludes with Krista's perspective on the future of recruiting, including a shift towards skills-based hiring, more fractional work, and the ongoing need for human touch in the recruitment process.

Mentors that inspired Krista:

Her mother, instilled the idea that "if you find something you love to do, you're never gonna work a day in your life"
The career counselor at her college, inspired her initial interest in career development

Don't miss this engaging discussion with a recruiter who's revolutionizing the talent acquisition industry while maintaining a focus on empowering women and building community.

References:

Website - https://www.talentcollectiveco.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/krista-scarborough-tan

Anthony Codispoti, AddBack Benefits Agency

https://www.addbackbenefitsagency.com/

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