Happy summer Lancaster SHRM Members!
It’s June and time for graduations, vacations, and celebrations!
Summer brings many fun and positive things to look forward to and according to the media, the jobs reports have also been positive. But if you’re like me you’re also reading about companies taking longer to fill positions or waiting for that unicorn candidate. You may also have heard about or even know candidates ghosted by companies after multiple rounds of interviews or how qualified applicants are not receiving a call or face-to-face discussion. It is an interesting dichotomy and likely correlates to the increasing anxiety and dissatisfaction reported by job seekers.
I know these are summarized trends, but they tell a story. They reinforce the importance for organizations to examine their talent acquisition process, particularly from the candidate’s point of view. Employee experience starts at the recruiting stage.
The trends also emphasize the value of networking and meeting people face-to-face. In-person networking supports both job seekers and Talent Acquisition professionals through connections and opportunities not previously known.
As you know, at Lancaster SHRM, we offer regular events to connect HR professionals in a space where they can discuss best practices, network, and advance their education.
On that thought, the upcoming breakfast seminar on Tuesday, June 11 at HACC is titled Recruiting, Retention and Work-life Balance in Manufacturing, Retail, and Healthcare.
Registration is still open. I hope to see you there!
My best,
Jen