Author name: Paul Collins

In the digital age, the quest for talent is akin to fishing in a vast ocean. The challenge is not just about finding the right fish, but also about using the right bait and casting the net in the right waters. In a previous blog, we discussed the concept of ‘fishing in your own pond’ for digital talent. Now, we’re taking it a step further by equipping you with the right tools to manage the process effectively.

I was recently discussing a skills-led approach to talent management with an organization, and had a conversation that went along the lines of: Me: “You know if you are considering a skills-led approach then check-out SFIA, a framework written in the language of employers.” HR Person: “Well we don’t really use SFIA, so it’s not

Competition for digital talent remains critically high, despite the headlines espousing downsizing and lay-offs in some of our largest technology organizations. That’s because digitally fluent companies are 5.4x more likely to be projecting high revenue growth (over 20%) than their less digital counterparts.

While the open recruitment market is a large, and viable, talent pool, have you ever considered fishing in your own organizational pond?